2016 women writing in the redwoods retreat

2016 WOMEN WRITING IN THE REDWOODS RETREAT
Sunday-Wednesday, April 17-20, 2016 at the
Pema Osel Ling Tibetan Buddhist Retreat Center
What’s more important: time or money? If you love to write fiction or narrative nonfiction,
but can’t find the time, The 3rd Women Writing in the Redwoods Retreat will provide the
time and opportunity. The Pema Osel Ling Tibetan Buddhist Retreat Center in the beautiful
Santa Cruz Mountains outside of Watsonville, California will provide the place.
The retreat offers four hours a day for you to write. You will have the chance to join women from around the country in a serene,
spiritually enriching hillside setting to:
• Receive in-depth feedback on your work
• Become part of an instant, caring, writing community
• Form a writing group on Facebook
• Learn about writing and getting an agent
• Talk about publishing and promotion
• Build a successful writing career
LEARN FROM FOUR EXPERIENCED TEACHERS:
Jordan Rosenfeld, is the author of four writing guides, Writing Deep Scenes: Plotting Your Story Through
Action, Emotion & Theme; and her new book on point-of-view and character is Writing the Intimate Character.
Nina Amir, an author coach and Amazon bestselling author.
Donna Levin, a twice-published novelist who teaches fiction writing at UC Extension, and the author of Get That Novel Finished
Michael Larsen, agent and author of How to write a ‘Book Proposal and How to Get a Literary Agent; and coauthor of Guerrilla
Marketing for Writers: 100 Weapons for Selling Your Work
Left to right: Jordan Rosenfeld, Nina Amir, Donna Levin, and Michael Larsen
Responses from Last Year’s Attendees
"I was surprised by the power of the retreat on my writing life, spiritual life, and personal growth. I discovered a profoundly astute,
talented, and supportive new circle of friends who are serious writers." --Mary
"The retreat certainly moved me closer to my writing goals. I appreciate the professional guidance, the delicious food (must be
mentioned!), and wonderful supportive friendships created. I've already reserved my spot for the 2015 retreat!" -Jarrett
"Having agents and editors on hand, willingly providing advice and encouragement, was an invaluable perk. Plus I came away with
wonderful friendships!" –Wanetta
The retreat is for all fiction and narrative nonfiction writers.
SAVE YOUR PLACE NOW!
The retreat is limited to 35 writers. Registration includes shared housing, meals, and all the marshmallows you can roast.
The registration rate is $495 until March 15th. After the 15th the registration is $545 and $595 after March 25th as space allows.
To register online, go to: www.SFWriters.org and use the link on the right side of the page.
For more information about the retreat, please contact Elizabeth or Mike at [email protected], 415-673-0939. For housing
information, contact Retreat Coordinator Dale King at [email protected].
SAN FRANCISCO WRITERS CONFERENCE—A Celebration of Craft, Commerce and Community
Contact: Elizabeth Pomada or Michael Larsen at [email protected] / 415-673-0939
The Women Writing in the Redwoods retreat is sponsored by the San Francisco Writers Conference, a 501(c)3 nonprofit.