A Typical Day at a Retreat
Each day at Wordsmith is a carefully calibrated mix of instruction, conversation, quiet working time, and fun.
— Name, Title
These are the kinds of things we do:
Wednesday
5:00pm - Check in at Retreat House
7:00pm - Dinner and dessert
8:30pm - Introductions and games
Thursday
Morning: Craft workshops led by Beth and Cristin
Afternoon: One-on-one critiques and quiet writing time
Evening: Quiet writing or leisure time / Group Game / Discussion
Friday
Morning: Business of publishing lessons and Q&A with a top agent
Afternoon: One-on-one critiques and quiet writing time
Evening: Quiet writing or leisure time / Group Game / Discussion
Saturday
Morning: Query workshop
Afternoon: Q&A with the local author who will be joining us for the day to hang out and write with us, making themselves available for further conversation. Past guests have included Jennifer L. Armentrout, Kimberly Derting, and Jackson Pearce.
Evening: Group reading of work and then party time!
Sunday
Morning: Final breakfast and group discussion before heading home
Attending my first Wordsmith Workshop was one of the best things I've done both professionally and personally for my writing career. I came away with increased confidence in my work, newfound friendships, and a renewed enthusiasm for the writing process. I couldn't sign up for another retreat fast enough!
Cassie Gustafson: Spring 2017, Fall 2018, Summer 2019, Fall 2019
These are the kinds of things we eat:
Wednesday
Dinner - Baked spaghetti and garlic bread, side salad
Dessert - Apple pie a la mode
Thursday
Breakfast - Make your own eggs, variety of cereals and more
Lunch - Homemade soup, salad, and sides
Dinner - Roast and hot vegetables
Dessert - Cheesecake shooters with fresh strawberries
Friday
Breakfast - Make your own eggs, variety of cereals and more
Lunch - Homemade soup, salad, and sides
Dinner - Grilled chicken, loaded baked potatoes, greens
Dessert - Lemon meringue pie
Saturday
Breakfast - Make your own eggs, variety of cereals and more
Lunch - Homemade soup, salad, and sides
Dinner - Pizza and garden salad
Dessert - Warm brownie sundaes
Sunday
Breakfast - Make your own eggs, variety of cereals and more
All meals can be accomodated for any nutritional needs.