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We are considering an advanced writers' retreat for authors who have completed at least three books. Would you be interested in:
December 2, 2011 - 00:50 — Joyce Faulkner
A 2-day event in Gettysburg at a small B&B
83% (5 votes)
A 2-day West Coast event at a resort
0% (0 votes)
On a 3-day cruise in Caribbean
17% (1 vote)
Total votes: 6
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Advanced Writers' Retreat
Frankly, I would love to go on all three retreats suggested, but the real question is: could I afford these retreats even after three books have been published? I honestly don't know, but I can always hope.
Bonnie
Bonnie Toews, author of THE CONSUMMATE TRAITORWWII spy thriller
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Joyce,
I've only published one novel but I'm working on a new one. Two unpublished in file cabinet. But my work appears in many national and local publications. Does this count? Traveling expenses may become an issue for me now that the airline my husband flies for has declared bankruptcy.
Kathy, you absolutely count...
We are looking for folks who want to go deeper into the writing skill. Of course, everyone would be welcome, but I doubt everyone would be interested.
Joyce Faulkner
Author of Windshift, USERNAME, In the Shadow of Suribachi, For Shrieking Out Loud
I'd go -- if I could
I think it's a good idea and would be happy to attend depending on timing, etc. I also vot Kathy gets to go, I think she still owes me a glass of wine.
Here's to Bob! I owe you a glass....
Bob,
I will go on an advanced writers' retreat if you go. So.... I owe you a glass of wine. From one Clovis High School graduate to another. How many MWSA members can claim THAT title???? LOL!!! Folks, that's Clovis, New Mexico. Not to be confused with Clovis, CA. ;) BTW- I have the honor and distinction of being side by side in my senior yearbook with Bob's little sister, Barbara!!!!!
advanced writers....
Joyce,
Clapping my hands that I'm considered an advanced writer even though I still have only One published novel out.. Thanks for your vote of confidence. I've been hard at work on Johnnie Come Lately.
Idea is great
As I write non-fiction, I'm tied to things that would relate to that. In other words, a Caribbean cruise would be more a vacation than an actual opportunity to work. The Gettysburg B&B is most attractive, but would only work if I was actually doing an article or book on the subject (which, oddly enough may happen). So, in my case I'm very specific site oriented. Stepping back from my specific needs, I think this whole idea is a great one and that it should certainly be continued, with assorted offerings at other locations. I've got a couple of other potential projects with domestic locale needs that if I could dovetail with such a thing would be great. Regardless, I endorse this effort.
Brooklyn
I say we head to Dwight's place. LOL. I'll bring a sleeping bag.
The retreat
I see these things promoted in somewhat exotic locations and wonder "why?" Perhaps that is fine for those with large budget operations, thus it may be good for people in our group who want that option to have the cruises, etc. But is it feasible for the rest of us to have something in mid-America in an easy access place, moderately priced? I would miss their expertise, but since budget constraints would restrict that exposure anyway something is better than nothing. The problem with this could be that the presenters are only interested in presenting at the former.
Pup tent
Mike,
I could handle a pup tent if we all brought out own for one night. of course someone would have to know how to start a campfire and keep it going. I could help with the singing. But only if Bob Doerr bring a bottle of wine. ;) I hear I owe him a glass. LOL!
SUCCESSFUL writers' retreats
I don't qualify for such a retreat. But I did, I'm with Mike. Also, how 'bout two retreats -- one Midwest, one wherever? Any idea re Midwest. Perhaps Sunday and Monday immediately following annual conference, Dayton?
Writer's Retreats
We are aiming at all over the place and for different levels. Just a note, Mike. Cruises are the low cost option..they include all meals and rooms and places to meet in their one fee...for a weekend, that can be as low as 300 per person...for a group, it's sometimes cheaper than a hotel in the midwest..so don't presume that it's all that exotic. LOL
Certainly, if there's interest, we'll do writer's retreats for poets, for journalists, for novelists, for non-fiction. And we'll do them all over the place. The question though right now..is for advanced writers who we can't always cater to in a general conference who want to advance their skills in a quiet, focused location....moderate pricing is the goal regardless. Usually, for a small two-day weekend at a b&b, if we can get 12 or more interested, we can get good pricing.
J
Joyce Faulkner
Author of Windshift, USERNAME, In the Shadow of Suribachi, For Shrieking Out Loud