The Motherlode Retreat: Mastering the Art of Writing About our Mothers

JVR6+65, Milanville, PA, USA

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KindWrite Studio Retreats
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Apr 26 - 30, 2026
Group size: 7 - 10
The Motherlode Retreat: Mastering the Art of Writing About our Mothers
JVR6+65, Milanville, PA, USA

KindWrite Studio Retreats
  • Email address verified
10 reviews

$NaN
Apr 26 - 30, 2026
Group size: 7 - 10

About this trip

What’s included

  • All food
    Three delicious meals per day. Snacks available all day. Wine and Beer included with dinner
  • Lodging
    We will all be housed in the lodge and the nearby cabins
  • Private bathrooms
    All rooms have private bathrooms
  • Writing Sessions
    Daily Generative Writing Sessions
  • Writing Sessions
    Daily Craft Sessions
  • Evening Discussions
    After-dinner discussions on the publishing landscape, use of historical material for memoir and other current topics

What’s not included

  • Airfare
  • Transfer to Boyd's Mill
  • Manuscript Review
    Manuscript Review available for additional fee

Available Packages

Full Retreat Price
5 left
$1,800

Available Add-Ons

Consult With Diana Friedman
$225
Available until April 20, 20264 left
Manuscript Review with Valerie Berton
$185
Available until April 20, 20265 left

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KindWrite Studio Retreats
10 reviews
At KindWrite Studio, embracing your creative self is what we're all about. Run by experienced writers and editors Diana Friedman and Valerie Berton, KWS retreats provide support and nourishment to foster artistic growth to writers at all stages of their journey. We are committed to creating safe spaces for diverse expression in all its forms where everyone is valued and respected equally.

Reviews

At the Rehoboth Beach Retreat the food was great, the bed was comfortable and there was time for resting, exercising and touring. Moreover, KindWrite Studio owners Diana and Val hold the creative space so you can write. There were pertinent readings, generative prompts, productive craft exercises, plus an info-packed talk about publishing. I will go again.
By Yvonne F for KindWrite Studio Inaugural Writing Retreat at Rehoboth Beach on Feb 20, 2026
The facilitators of the KindWrite Studio Retreat, Val and Diana, were warm, encouraging, supportive, and open to questions and considerations about both the craft of writing and the business of submitting work for publication. The location was comfortable, the generative sessions were fun and informative, and the food was delicious! All in all, a great weekend retreat at the beach, full of good conversations and leisurely time to write, away from the busyness of regular life.
By Eden S for KindWrite Studio Inaugural Writing Retreat at Rehoboth Beach on Feb 20, 2026
As with all Diana's retreats, I enjoyed her presentations and her ability to make the learning activities fun and thought provoking. The guidance she provided on the publishing industry and resources available was extremely valuable, especially for a new writer like me. She was also proficient in using methods that kept us on track without being overbearing. Her leadership techniques during the retreat were impressive. This topic is not an easy subject to present and it takes an experienced presenter to allow discussion and know when to move on to another topic. This is my second retreat led by her and I will absolutely attend more of her sessions. As you can tell, I am a big fan.
By Barbara G for The Motherlode Retreat: Mastering the Art of Writing About our Mothers on May 14, 2025
Very good accomodations and lovely setting for a writers retreat
By Annette L for The Motherlode Retreat: Mastering the Art of Writing About our Mothers on May 11, 2025
Very well-planned and executed writing retreat. The instructors were enthusiastic and supportive. The topic was a loaded one, but they contained it with great skill. The location was beautiful and very conducive to the creative process. I would happily do another writing workshop with these instructors.
By Ann H for The Motherlode Retreat: Mastering the Art of Writing About our Mothers on May 10, 2025
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