I listened.

Some of the feedback I got from last year's retreat was the desire for more workshops!

Behold! Here are the workshops scheduled for this year's retreat.

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Transforming Your Limiting Beliefs and Fears to Address Writers Block

• Writers block often is a product of mindset. Fears that it won’t be good enough, that writing is too hard, uncertainty about word choice, character development and motivation, etc. We’ll examine beliefs and fears by writing them down, reframing them (both with words and perspective), and creating an affirmation to use during the retreat and when you get home to protect your heart, your progress, and your motivation.

Aligned Action in Your Business and Marketing

• Using a coaching technique called the Wheel of Life, we’ll examine our values and prioritize them. We’ll look for any surprises, and then talk about how can you use your value list to create your perfect-for-you marketing plan.

Character Lab

• Arguably, characterization is a vital part of your manuscript. If a reader can’t resonate with, believe in, or root for the protagonist, they won’t continue reading. So, who is your character and what do they want? I’ve got some super fun techniques to dive deeper into your character’s backstory and motivation.

Using Imagery in Creative Nonfiction

• Telling a compelling story isn’t just about relaying facts—it's about immersing your audience in a rich tapestry of sensations, evoking emotions that resonate deep within. We'll delve into the nuances of each sense, learning to harness their potential in order to craft deeply evocative narratives.

In addition to these four workshops, we'll also have scene analysis, open mic, and silent writing in the mornings. And, as ever, free coaching!

(If you are an alumni, you are welcome to our Alumni Price. Please Hit Reply to let me know, and I'll send you the secret Alumni PayPal link.)

​Click here for more retreat information.​

​Click here to head straight to the shopping page. (I know I said the monthly payment option has ended, but if that is the only barrier to purchasing a ticket, please email me and I'll set up something for you. This is a great event and I want to make sure you can attend.)

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Talk to you soon!

Valerie