The Writer's Retreat Kit: A Guide for Creative Exploration and Personal Expression

by Judy Reeves

The Writer's Retreat Kit is a portable book-and-card package with practical prompts for writers. Each retreat contains exercises and tips to get writers and artists started and keep them going.

Genres: Writing

144 pages, Paperback

First published March 17, 2005

Reviews

[Kara · Rating 4 out of 5]

It is a ton of good ideas here for creative writing exercises that will help get you started writing, but I was hoping for more suggestions on the retreat itself – ideas for places, time management, meal ideas, i.e. the down to brass tacks practicality of how to best physically up stakes and plant yourself temporarily somewhere new and get to writing without distractions.

[Sandra Younger · Rating 5 out of 5]

So many gems in this exploration of why and how writers can carve out sacred time and places to focus on their writing.

[Stephanie Ziebarth · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a helpful resource to have along on my own writing retreat. I used the reference cards many times during my weekend. The kit has good motivation, practical tips, and, of course, a whole lot of retreat plans. I'm sure I will refer to it frequently in the future. I especially appreciated the guidance on how to have mini-retreats at home, considering my current stage of life does not allow very many opportunities to take time away from my obligations (i.e. privileges).

[Caitlin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant- I love this book - great ideas for mini retreats- well done and inspirational!!!