PowerfulStorytelling
Craft that works in any genre. A six-day retreat on the fundamentals of compelling storytelling, open to authors of any genre. Ideal for writers who want to strengthen structure, voice, and momentum in a book already underway.
What You'll Work On
- 01Daily workshops on structure, pacing, and voice
- 02Two one-on-one sessions with a bestselling author or editor
- 03Genre-agnostic craft instruction with genre-specific feedback
- 04Guided writing blocks with clear daily goals
- 05Group feedback in a small, supportive setting
- 06A revision plan tailored to your manuscript
Your Week at the Villa
A typical day balances guided writing blocks, workshops, and one-on-one time, with evenings reserved for dinner and conversation.
Day 1: Arrival & Orientation
Settle into the villa, meet the group, and set your goals for the week.
Day 2: Structure That Holds
Diagnose and strengthen the architecture of your book.
Day 3: Pacing & Momentum
Learn where a reader's attention drifts and how to keep it.
Day 4: Voice & Style
Sharpen the sentences that make your writing recognizably yours.
Day 5: Workshop Day
Share pages, give and receive feedback, and revise in real time.
Day 6: Your Path Forward
Leave with a revision plan and a publishing roadmap.
ReadytoReserveYourSeat?
Retreats are capped at eight authors. Reach out to check availability and reserve your place.