Gail Anderson-Dargatz  

Writing Retreat
A perfect writing getaway in the Shuswap, BC.

About:

The 2024 fall retreat is now full! Please contact Gail's office to put your name on the interest list for 2025.

Gail hosts this week-long fall writing retreat at the Sorrento Centre in Sorrento, British Columbia. It's a perfect writing getaway both for writers in the Shuswap and Thompson-Okanagan regions and for those who are visiting the beautiful landscape found in so much of Gail's writing.

You'll enjoy five morning master classes with Gail, each on a different aspect of craft, that will help you develop your project to the fullest. While you can expect fun exercises and discussion during the master classes, we willnot critique each other's work. No extra reading! Your focus will be on your project alone.

Gail also offers each writer a private blue pencil session, so be prepared to bring a sample of your writing (up to 3,000 words) to that discussion.

Write and relax:

Following the morning workshop sessions, soak in a relaxed, restful atmosphere in which to write for the rest of the day. Take quiet walks through the lovely Sorrento Centre property and down to the beach or explore the Shuswap. The centre is walking distance from the village of Sorrento, which has most amenities. Get to know Gail and the other writers during meals and informal evening socials.

Count on an experience that will jumpstart your project and transform your writing life.

When:

October 6 -- 11, 2024

Where:

Sorrento Centre, 1159 Passchendaele Road Sorrento, BC.

Where to stay:

You are responsible for arranging your own accommodation, but we've made that easy. We've arranged for affordable rooms at the Sorrento Centre, the location of the retreat. For the full retreat experience, we recommend that even local writers stay in this wonderful, rustic location.

Once you've registered with us, book your room at the Sorrento Centre by going to Sorrento Centre Online Registration and then clicking on "Gail Anderson-Dargatz Writing Retreat" on the program menu, or by calling (250) 675-2421 or toll-free at 1 866-694-2409. Ask for the Richardson Lodge, and for the October 6-11, 2024 writing retreat with Gail Anderson-Dargatz.

Our retreat begins with a relaxed meet and greet over supper in the Richardson Lodge cafeteria on the evening of Sunday, October 6. Morning master classes continue from October 7 - 11. Our week ends with lunch after our final master class on Friday, October 11.

Checkout time is 10 a.m. on October 11, so you'll need to vacate before our final workshop. Another event begins at the Richardson Lodge on the evening of October 11, so if you need to stay that night because of travel, let staff at the Sorrento Centre know on booking your room. They'll help you out.

Where to eat:

An affordable meal package is available for you at the Sorrento Centre dining room for the length of your stay. When you book your accommodation, ask for details about the meal package. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served in the Richardson Lodge, the same building that houses our morning master classes. Again, we'll get to know each other during meal times, so take advantage of this affordable option.

There are also restaurants and grocery stores in Sorrento and Blind Bay. You're only a half hour drive from Salmon Arm and less than an hour from Kamloops.

Cost:

The cost for the retreat is $875 plus GST/HST of your province.

Early Bird discount: $75 off until May 31. Click on the purchase button below; when the prompt appears, use the discount code EARLYBIRD.

As seating is limited, the full fee is due on registration to hold your place.

For more information or to put your name on the interest list, email books@gailanderson-dargatz.ca

 

Work with Gail

Gail works with writers at all levels, from newbies to pros. Choose the course that best suits your project.

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Writing Retreat

A perfect writing getaway in the beautiful Shuswap landscape found in so much of Gail's writing

About Gail

Gail's novels have been national and international bestsellers and two have been short-listed for the Giller Prize, among other awards. She works as a developmental editor and mentors writers from around the world.