WRW Participants at workshop in Kentucky

You'll attend class each morning and be taught WRW's in-depth, step-by-step course for crafting your novel, of any genre, for publication. This is not formulaic novel instruction. There is no such formula. Gary broke down novel structure scene-by-scene, dissected characters, taught how to choose words with impact, and shared many other fine details novelists must learn as second nature. Here, at WRW, we review these stylistic tools over and over throughout the week until you leave feeling equipped, inspired, and revitalized about your novel. We don't teach the art-- we teach the craft and instruct you on how to nurture the artist. Class instruction uses examples from classic to bestsellers of that day. Prior to the workshop you will be given a list of books used and a series of pre-workshop assignments. During the workshop you will be given assignments, then go back to your private room or one of the various outdoor spots to write. All work focuses on your novel, so while you work on your story's structure, our dedicated staff will be available to brainstorm with you on your plot. In small group sessions, while learning how to diagnose your own and others' style strengths and weaknesses, you'll also boost your editing skills.

Other optional activities include 7am Early Bird sessions, evening wine and appetizer Shop Talks (featuring agents, instructors, students, and authors), Book Signing night, 10pm Night Owl Sessions, and ample 1-1 opportunites with core and visiting staff. WRW is as close to a ten-day, 20+ hour workshop as you can get. It's unparalled in what it offers. And most of all, if you want only a nice writing retreat in which you work on your book and socialize when needed-- it's that as well. The only request of new participants is that you attend the morning sessions based on Gary Provost's groundbreaking course-- and you'll want to anyway. WRW is immersion in the writing world whether you're writing genre, literary fiction, children's literature, memoirs, short stories, or any number of creative writing endeavors. That's why top agents and authors return year after year.

Assisting you throughout the ten days will be WRW mentors and In-Residence guests, including authors/agents/editors who will share with you the truth about today's publishing "business" and --when they meet with you -- how best to market your novel-in-progress.

Informal class with agents Matt Bialer and Grace Morgan (with author Jenny Crusie lurking by the clock.)

The 40th Writers Retreat Workshop will be held June 17 - 26, 2011.

For the first time we visit the Saint Josephs Retreat Center, a gorgeous private facility we hope to use for years to come.

Nearby airports are the Owensboro airport and the Evansville, IN airport. We provide students with complimentary shuttle service to and from BOTH airports. Owensboro is a 2 hour drive from Nashville, TN and a 2 hour drive from Louisville, KY.

First- Feel free to email us: wrw04@netscape.net. Request any information you need.

Ask us for student referrals (students, perhaps from your area, we can put you in contact with).

To participate in the WRITERS RETREAT WORKSHOP, visit our registration page.

Tuition for the 2011 session is as follows (all rooms are first come, first serve):

EARLY REGISTRATION IS OPEN.
SAVE $50 on deposit or $100 in full (discount reflected on registration page)

Returning students private room with bath 1945.00

First-time students private room with bath 1995.00

Returning student private room shared bath 1800.00

First-time student private room shared bath 1850.00

Tuition for WRW includes all meals (three homemade meals daily and fruit/drinks available all day), private room, classes, consultations, and classroom materials; everything but your transportation costs. Saint Josephs Retreat Center offers a limited number of rooms with private shower and toilet facilites. Please note these are based on a first-come basis. Private rooms are also available with shared shower and separate toilet facilities, each unit is shared by ONLY three other rooms. The private rooms are large with ample writing space.

If you would like to make your full payment, or your deposit (second deposit of $500 due two months before workshop, and the final payment of $500 due one month before workshop) by mail, send payment along with your name, address, e-mail, phone numbers (daytime, evening, fax), and a one-page summary of your novel-in-progress.


Our address is:
Writers Retreat Workshop (or just WRW)
PO Box 4236
Louisville KY 40204

Online registration available

We look forward to sharing ten life-chaging days together with you, immersed in the world of your novel and surrounded by those passionate about writing.

Workshop/Retreat cancellations are subject to a $100 processing fee. If you withdraw after being guaranteed a space, and you have notified us in writing at least one month prior to the beginning of the workshop, you may have your payments refunded or applied to another workshop minus cancellation fees. After that date, ONLY if we are able to fill your space, 60% of your payments will be applied to a future WRW session. If you opt for us to hold your space for a future session and after one year from date of first cancellation you have not attended, no credit is available.