OKOBOJI WRITERS’ IN-PERSON RETREAT, SEPTEMBER 20-22, 2021
Turn your ideas into action…
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This retreat is open to beginners and professional writers of all ages. Come to learn, be inspired and take time for yourself. Oh, and you’ll meet very interesting people.
Our goal is to usher you into a new comfort zone.
We are optimistic all attendees will be able to receive the Covid-19 vaccine by September. Let’s celebrate together!
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Speakers
Why?
First, why not?
If you have clicked this far into the website, something is pulling you to do so.
You might also be thinking:
I’m not a writer.
I don’t want to make a fool of myself.
Or…
I’m a professional writer, why do I need something like this?
Answers:
There is a story in everyone.
Fear of looking foolish? Most of us feel that way. Get over it.
Professional writer? Great! Then you know how inspiring it is to be in the company of other writers. And, how important it is to keep learning and growing.
Topics
- Memoir writing
- How to get unstuck
- Finding your voice
- Getting started
- Finding a literary agent
- Self-publishing
- Genealogy research
- Connect with other writers
- Explore Lake Okoboji
- Commentary
- Freelance gigs
- Marketing
About The Organizer
Julie Gammack has produced writers’ retreats in Iowa, the Blue Ridge Mountains of WVA, Whidbey Island, WA and Vail, CO.
