Still mulling over possible dates for weekend writing retreats in May (still time to catch the glorious Skagit Valley spring!) and July (when we can have fresh-caught crab for dinner if I am lucky at sea). Much activity in the barn right now, getting it ready for a local wedding in August and the possibility that we can hold larger writing events out there throughout the year. Farms, there is always something that needs doing...
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About the Write At The Farm Retreats --
Okay... after years of doing writers' retreat weekends at our house in Tahoe, I am bowing to requests to do something up at the family farm in Washington. Located in the heart of the Skagit Valley just down the road from the tulip headquarters, my great-grandfather's farm is midway between the towns of La Conner and Mt. Vernon, about an hour and a half north of Seattle. Easy to get to, and wonderful to settle into once you are there, relax and let the scenery and the history inspire you. All you have to do is be a writer for those few days, I take care of everything else. Meals, wine, and a private room are included in the $385 price, and there are only four spots available. This is your chance to spend a pampered but productive and creative weekend in the company of other writers and publishing folk. Call if you want to ask questions -- 916-847-9090. For those coming from far away, the Skagit Valley is a great jumping off point for a longer trip and I am happy to make suggestions.
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Book Brainstorming Session, August 14th 3-6 pm
There are still two spots open for the first ever Write At The Farm Retreat Weekend, August 12 - 14th, call Jennifer if you'd like one! 916-847-9090.
Join me at the farm on Sunday afternoon, August 14th, from 3 - 6 for a powerful and eye opening session of Book Idea Brainstorming! Ten spots available, sign up soon. Details below...
The Publishing School for Writers
Book Brainstorming Session
Okay, you think you have an idea for a book… but you aren’t sure it will sell. You have started a book project… but you aren’t sure it is headed in the right direction. Writing a book sounds sort of cool… but you don’t know where to start. Any of these sound familiar? Not to worry, Jennifer is here to help.
Join former Random House senior editor and New York Times bestselling author for a lively afternoon of brainstorming books. You’ll learn how professional publishing folk come up with ideas for popular books, how editors sometimes reshape books in order to make them more marketable, and how anyone (yes, anyone) can come up with an idea that works.
Sunday, August 14th, from 3-6pm, Jennifer will lead participants through a three hour workshop at The Writers’ House at Century Farm in Mt. Vernon to brainstorm topics and titles for your projects, help you think of new ways to get your work in front of readers (eBook? App?), and fire you up to finish what you have started.
A $42 class fee includes unlimited strong coffee and homemade bread and jam to keep your mind working. Class held at 17322 Beaver Marsh Road (between Mt. Vernon and La Conner). For more information, check out www.writeatthefarm.com or call Jennifer at 916-847-9090. Space limited, only ten participants per workshop.
Join me at the farm on Sunday afternoon, August 14th, from 3 - 6 for a powerful and eye opening session of Book Idea Brainstorming! Ten spots available, sign up soon. Details below...
The Publishing School for Writers
Book Brainstorming Session
Okay, you think you have an idea for a book… but you aren’t sure it will sell. You have started a book project… but you aren’t sure it is headed in the right direction. Writing a book sounds sort of cool… but you don’t know where to start. Any of these sound familiar? Not to worry, Jennifer is here to help.
Join former Random House senior editor and New York Times bestselling author for a lively afternoon of brainstorming books. You’ll learn how professional publishing folk come up with ideas for popular books, how editors sometimes reshape books in order to make them more marketable, and how anyone (yes, anyone) can come up with an idea that works.
Sunday, August 14th, from 3-6pm, Jennifer will lead participants through a three hour workshop at The Writers’ House at Century Farm in Mt. Vernon to brainstorm topics and titles for your projects, help you think of new ways to get your work in front of readers (eBook? App?), and fire you up to finish what you have started.
A $42 class fee includes unlimited strong coffee and homemade bread and jam to keep your mind working. Class held at 17322 Beaver Marsh Road (between Mt. Vernon and La Conner). For more information, check out www.writeatthefarm.com or call Jennifer at 916-847-9090. Space limited, only ten participants per workshop.
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Sign Up Now for One of Just Four Spots!
Okay... after years of doing writers' retreat weekends at our house in Tahoe, I am bowing to requests to do something up at the family farm in Washington. Located in the heart of the Skagit Valley just down the road from the tulip headquarters, my great-grandfather's farm is midway between the towns of La Conner and Mt. Vernon, about an hour and a half north of Seattle. Easy to get to, and wonderful to settle into once you are there, relax and let the scenery and the history inspire you. All you have to do is be a writer for those few days, I take care of everything else. Meals, wine, and a private room are included in the $385 price, and there are only four spots available. This is your chance to spend a pampered but productive and creative weekend in the company of other writers and publishing folk. Call if you want to ask questions -- 916-847-9090. For those coming from far away, the Skagit Valley is a great jumping off point for a longer trip and I am happy to make suggestions.
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