If you're a writer who's experienced creative anxiety, I think you're going to really appreciate this interview with award-winning author and writing retreat host, Lauren Carter.

We chatted about how she combines her deep knowledge of writing craft with tools to help writers navigate through perfectionism and anxiety. She also shared details about the three writing retreats she's hosting in 2024, and so much more!

Show Links:

• Wild Ground Writing Retreats
• If you have questions about any of the retreats, email Lauren at [email protected]
• Lauren Carter's Amazon Author page
• Dr. Eric Maisel, creativity coach and psychologist
• Sage Hill Writing

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• Find a Writing Retreat

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If you've hosted a writing retreat before, you've experienced first hand how much writers can accomplish when they have dedicated writing time, free of outside distractions.

If you want to help your guests stay motivated and inspired after your writing retreat is over, in this episode  I share some ways you can support writers when they return home to real life.  

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• Find a Writing Retreat

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I absolutely loved talking with Kelli Watson about all the ways she and her business partner, Greg Justice, are helping writers realize their dreams of having a published book.

We chatted about how she and Greg formed Scriptor Publishing Group, the virtual writing retreats they started during the pandemic, and so much more!

 Her writing retreat in Ireland sounds absolutely amazing and she doesn't stop with the writing part. Kelli and her team also provide support for editing, publishing and marketing your book.

Show Links:

• Scriptor Publishing Group
• Ireland Writing Retreat
• QuaranTEEN (the book mentioned in the interview that Kelli facilitated during the pandemic)

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 This week's guest is Bonnie Wolkenstein, a clicnical psychologist, writer, and writing retreat host. Her plans for a year-long writing sabbatical in different locations were derailed when the pandemic struck while she was at her first location, Guanajuato, Mexico.

 We talked about how she took advantage of new opportunities, how she uses her skills and expertise to guide writers during her retreats, and the unique way she promoted her retreat.

Bonnie also shared all of the details about her next writing retreat in September 2024 in Guanajuato.

 Show Links:

• Guanajuato Writing Retreat
• Dreaming in Cantera by Bonnie Wolkenstein

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If you followed along with episode 33 to create your plan to promote your writing retreat, and episode 37 to create you registration or application page, now is the time to put your marketing plan to work. 

Show Links:

• Planning a Writing Retreat Checklists, Phase 6 - Promotion
• Episode 33: Planning a Writing Retreat - Create a Marketing Plan
• Episode 37: Planning a Writing Retreat - Create Registration Page

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• Promote Your Writing Retreat
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I'm always on the lookout for more venue options for writing retreat hosts, so I was thrilled to have this week's guest on.

 In this episode, I chatted with Sara Lewis, owner of the Lakefront Retreat Network. She works with retreat hosts to find the perfect lake house that fits the vision for their retreats.

Sara's company can also take care of planning your retreat, as well as arrange private chefs, scout local activities, and provide amenities, so all you have to do is focus on giving your retreat guests a world-class experience.

 Show Links:

• Lakefront Retreat Network
• Instagram: @retreatswithsara
• LinkedIn: Sara Lewis

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• Promote Your Writing Retreat
• Find a Writing Retreat

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• On LinkedIn @writingretreatdirectory

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In this episode, Australian author, Jacinta Dietrich shares her experiences at the Katharine Susannah Prichard Writers Centre.

 During her two-week residency, Jacinta finished the structural edits for the first 20,000 words of her upcoming middle grade fantasy novel.

 We also talked about why she thinks writing retreats or fellowships are so amazing for writers, and some unexpected things she learned that helped elevate her writing.

 Show Links:

• Jacinta Dietrich's Website
• Books by Jacinta Dietrich
• Instagram @jacintadietrich

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Kathy Garland, a business and leadership coach and consultant, shares her takeaways from the three solo writing retreats she booked for herself.

We also chatted about how she completed the first draft of her historical fiction novel during her third retreat, the importance of finding what works best for you and your writing, and how she gives her brain a break from writing while staying in the creative mindset.

I also loved how she talked about how a solo writing retreat complements a group writing retreat because they offer different ways of reaching your goals.

Show Links:

• Kathy Garland's Website
• The Light In Us Substack
• Instagram: @kathygarland
• LinkedIn: Kathy Garland
• Facebook: Kathy Garland International
• Twitter: @kgarland

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Resources:

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• Promote Your Writing Retreat
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• On Instagram @writingretreatdirectory
• On Facebook @writingretreatdirectory
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Once you're ready to create your registration or application page for your writing retreat, make sure you know all of the elements that will entice writers to want to attend.

In this episode I walk you through the checklist so you don't forget anything. I also talk about why you would want potential guests to fill out an application rather than be able to register directly.

 Show Links:

• Planning a Writing Retreat Checklists, Phase 6 Promotion
• Plan a Writing Retreat Roadmap
• Episode 15: Planning a Writing Retreat - Asking for Input
• Episode 17: Planning a Writing Retreat - Defining Your Purpose
• Email List Building 101 for Writing Retreat Hosts Mini Course

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• Promote Your Writing Retreat
• Find a Writing Retreat

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• On LinkedIn @writingretreatdirectory

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In this episode, Kristi Leonard shares how the idea for Writers in the Wild Retreats came to her. In addition to being an author and writing retreat host, Kristi is an audio narrator for nonfiction books, future podcast host, and president of the Women's Fiction Writers Association, so we had a great conversation about all of the writer adjacent projects she's involved in.

As a new writing retreat host, Kristi had some great lessons learned. I also really enjoyed hearing about the different aspects of her retreats like why she doesn't include coaching in them, and what goes into finding the perfect spot that writers will love.

If you're a writing retreat host, or thinking of hosting one, Kristi also gives insights into how she promotes her writing retreats and the role email marketing plays.

 Show Links:

• Website for Writers In The Wild Retreats
• Instagram: @writersinthewildretreats
• Facebook: @Writers In The Wild
• Women's Fiction Writers Association
• Email List Building 101 for Writing Retreat Hosts Mini Course

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Resources:

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• Promote Your Writing Retreat
• Find a Writing Retreat

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• On Instagram @writingretreatdirectory
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• On LinkedIn @writingretreatdirectory

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