It's Here! It's Here! Our first in-person retreat of 2023 is in...
Orlando! But also with a bonus extra surprise!
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We have been trying to get back to Orlando for years. Our first Orlando retreat with the bonus extension in theme parks was so much flipping fun that we booked another the following year…and then Covid. So we bumped it back, but then Covid stuck around. Again.
But finally—finally—FINALLY—we’re heading back to Orlando! And our retreat will come with the option to spend an extra day hanging out and having fun at…
GALAXY’S EDGE!!!!
That’s right! Our retreat comes with the option to come to Star Wars Land! With us!
I…have never been to Galaxy’s Edge. Which, I know. I’ve written two Star Wars books, one of which is partially set on a ship that’s in Orlando to visit, and I’ve never been?! I’ve been trying to go since before Rebel Rising came out, but family health issues, then Covid, then life all got in the way.
And I’d love for you to join me! Although please note that I will have zero chill! The entire! Time! I will talk only in exclamation points! But it will be fun! And we will have blue milk! And fly the Millenium Falcon!
Also? We’re gonna write some, too, haha.
For this very special writing retreat, you’re invited to join use for five days from March 1-5, as we sprawl out in a luxurious, spacious retreat house. Seriously, I think it may be the biggest house yet?
During the morning, after breakfast, you’ll get workshops led by me (Beth Revis, hi) and Cristin Terrill. These workshops will apply to anyone writing in any genre, but we’re going to add a fun twist—layering in Star Wars stories to help us write. You’ll break down the plot structure of one of the movies with Beth, talk about world building details with Cristin, and analyze the drama, characters, world, and plot of Star Wars.
(If you’re not a Star Wars nerd, don’t worry—we’re not going to make you put cinnamon rolls on your head or do a Wookee roar. We’re just going to have a bit of a theme, but all the workshops will align across genres and you’re 100% fine to mock me for being a nerd while I do it.)
Each afternoon—after a delicious lunch—you’ll have time to work on your novel in a quiet setting or among peers (our retreats are great at helping people find critique partners!) or you’ll be having a one-on-one session—by the end of the retreat, you’ll have one-on-one critique time with both Cristin (the prose analysis) and Beth (the plot whisperer).
Don’t get me wrong—these are working retreats, but they’re also a ton of fun. Cristin and I have been doing these for nearly a decade, and we are so excited have refined and developed a program that really works! (See our testimonials here!)
Our retreats are all-inclusive. All you have to do is show up—we take care of food, lodging, linens, materials, extra coffee to get you going, cookies to comfort after critiques, popcorn during movie time…it’s all in there!
And, of course, there’s also the option to join us for the extended day by visiting Orlando! We get your transportation, an extra night at the retreat house, and your entry ticket. You’re welcome to hang out with us or go off on your own or in small groups. After a retreat of working on your novel, you deserve some blue milk and a break!
Who Are Our Retreats For?
Anyone.
Seriously.
If you have an idea but haven’t written anything yet, Beth will break out her structure plot sheets and help you outline your whole novel. If you’ve written a book but aren’t sure where to go in revisions, Cristin will point out how to strengthen your writing and tighten your prose. If you’re stuck and not sure how to get unstuck, we’ll brainstorm with you until you figure out where to go with your book.
We’ve had people join us who had three chapters and a vague idea, and we’ve had people join us who had ten trunk novels and were trying to break through. We know everyone has their own path; we’re just here to help shaine a light on your path.
What’s Next?
If you’re at all interested in joining us, sign up now! Our retreats are small. We generally limit each retreat to 14-15 people max so that we can give one-on-one time and so it’s not overwhelming. We almost always sell out of our retreats quickly.
We do know that it’s the holiday time and end of the year, so please know that you can reserve a spot with a downpayment, and we’re absolutely open to working out payment plans to help you meet your goals.
While we will be doing more retreats in 2023, this is our only planned retreat for Orlando at this time and for this year. Reserve your spot now!
We hope to see you there!