This relaxing and productive weekend is open to anyone who wants to spend the weekend focused on their writing - regardless of genre or experience. 

Highlights of the retreat include:

• Four days of classes and discussions led by an expert writing teacher and creativity coach, and award-winning author
• Evening gatherings to listen to and share your work 
• Happy Hour discussions about the writing life (topics voted on at registration)
• Time to collage with access to collage materials all weekend
• Delicious, organic meals and desserts made by someone else
• Gorgeous location with time to explore, chill out, and re-charge
• Three nights lodging in a lovely house in a secluded area
• Nine lunches and dinners served buffet style, and daylong access to the well-stocked kitchen
• Plenty of time to write, read, relax, and connect with other women writers
• Option for a 1-1 session with Melanie at the retreat to discuss your work. Just 5 slots available - first come, first served!
• Boost your luxury! Massage appointments are available throughout the weekend. Massages are scheduled after you arrive for an additional $85/hour and take place in an on-site massage room. 

This annual retreat is facilitated by Melanie Figg, an expert writing teacher and skilled creativity coach, and published author.

The retreat center (actually a very large house with a separate studio/classroom) is just 5 minutes from Harper's Ferry and 65 minutes from DC and Dulles. It is located in a gorgeous secluded area—perfect for a relaxing, inspiring weekend.

Registration is open!