About this trip
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Calling all storytellers! 🖋️✨ Unplug from the ordinary and plug into inspiration at our upcoming writing retreat. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of nature, surround yourself with fellow writers, and let the creative energy flow. Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting your literary journey, join us for a week of words, wisdom, and wonderful connections. Let's turn the blank page into a canvas of endless possibilities! 🌿📖 #WritingRetreat #InkAndImagination #CreateWithPassion
The week-long Jonas Saul Masterclass offers a wealth of knowledge, practical skills, and a deeper understanding of your craft. All sessions aim to find more readers in your chosen genre and lean toward you writing cleaner, fast-paced novels that people talk about (word of mouth).
Included:
- The novel idea
- To outline or not to outline
- Motivation: Use a daily word count or other ways - but write!
- Show, don't tell: With examples on how to do that
- Use of active voice instead of passive with tips on how to do that and examples
- Style issues: Worm words to omit, words to add. Cadence and flow are important
- Pace: How to write with pace effectively. What to do and what not to do
- Character motivation and scene purpose are broken down and discussed
- How to write to reader psychology so they enjoy the process
- Self-editing tips to tighten up your work. This saves money on editors and catches agents' eyes
- Add tension to the page. You'll receive tools on how to do that effectively
- Increase emotion on the page. Practical ways to do that on every page
- Industry standards on setup and preparation so you don't look amateur
- Cover art and design know-how tips
- Self-publishing vs. traditional?
- Are you querying agents? And self-publishing tips on how to look like a pro
- Promotion: There are ways to find readers without any financial outlay. We'll also discuss inexpensive yet efficient ways to spread the word.
- Promotion 101: Author Rania Stone will lead a beginner's session on social media covering funnel marketing, landing pages, and what you need your readers to see, plus essential tips for your website (online presence).
- Once the retreat ends, we offer video calls to discuss your writing career. We provide social media plugs to advertise your books as they're released for the following year to over 50,000 followers on our combined social media.
THE RETREAT WEEK SUMMARY:
08:00 – 09:30--Buffet Breakfast.
10:00 - 13:00—Morning sessions run three hours with a short break in between. The itinerary below details these sessions. In the afternoons, you can choose from various activities: edit, walk the beach, swim, hike from one village to another, or take a nap—whatever you like. The possibilities are endless, and the choice is yours!
Afternoons - One-on-one sessions with Jonas to work on what you need: adding tension/emotion into your manuscript, cover art, formatting, career, social media, etc.
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20:00 - Meet for dinner, then spend the rest of the evening chatting about writing. We’ll have readings, critiques, and motivational stories of successes and how to manage your career.
Tours: During our six-night stay on the island of Amorgos, we'll visit the 11th-century monastery, tour the white village of Chora, and go on a village hike!
Jonas Saul Biography:
Jonas Saul is the bestselling author of the Sarah Roberts Series—more than two million sold!—and has written and published over sixty thrillers. After acquiring an agent, he signed several deals in Los Angeles, with MadRiver Pictures optioning his Sarah Roberts Series—over forty books!—(currently in development).
Jonas has often outranked Stephen King and Dean Koontz on Amazon over the past decade. He’s regularly invited to be a guest speaker, teacher, or workshop presenter at international writing conferences and film festivals worldwide.Â
He hosts multiple annual retreats in Greece, where he currently lives. He focuses his teaching on how to get tension and emotion in every scene and on every page, how he made it as a creator/writer, the path to success in this business, and the pitfalls to avoid.
Jonas Saul is an acclaimed author, teacher, and professional freelance editor. He lends his editing prowess to several publishers and offers private editing services to clients. His website, www.imaginepress.org, is a testament to his editing skills, featuring numerous testimonials from satisfied authors.
Cancelation Policy
Cancelation Policy:Â
We offer a 100% refund for all cancelations before March 12, 2025, two months before the retreat begins.
Waiver of Liability
Waiver of Liability:
By participating in this retreat, I agree to release Imagine Greece Retreats (IGR), the retreat faculty, staff, and the associated hotel from any liability for injuries that may occur during the retreat. I understand that this release includes financial responsibility for any injuries incurred, even if they are caused by negligence.
I acknowledge the inherent risks associated with activities such as yoga, meditation, sightseeing, and hiking. I voluntarily assume these risks and understand that I can withdraw from any activity if I feel uncomfortable at any time.
By joining this retreat, I forfeit the right to bring any claims against IGR, its faculty, or staff related to my participation. I understand that I am responsible for following all safety precautions provided in writing and verbally, and I will seek clarification whenever necessary.
In return, I will benefit from the activities and experiences offered during the retreat.
What’s included
- Transport to/from hotelA bus or hotel van will be waiting to transport you to and from the hotel upon arrival and departure.
- AccommodationsAll six nights at Lakki Village Hotel are covered in the Writing Retreat fee.
- Access to all SessionsThe retreat fee gives you unfettered access to all the sessions with Jonas Saul, plus one-on-ones, and more!
- Greek Buffet BreakfastBuffet breakfast is served every day from 8:00 - 10:30 with a wide variety of dishes and beverages: Coffee, tea, juices, jam, cheeses, olives, eggs, warm dishes, seasonal fruits, and more ...
- DinnerGreek and American dishes.
- Village Tour: ChoraThe ancient village of Chora is a magnificent sight to see, with its historic windmills still adorning the hillside.
- Visit the MonasteryThe 11th-century monastery Hozoviotissa is a wonder that must be seen.
- Village HikeWe take you from the village of Tholaria across a mountain path to the neighboring village called Lagada for a picturesque walk.
- Retreat MaterialsAttendees will be given a gift bag of fun and exciting things related to the retreat.
What’s not included
- Flights to/from GreeceAttendees must find their own way to and from Greece.
- Ferry TicketsBlue Star Ferries offers tickets online. Please plan ahead and get your tickets to Amorgos before the retreat begins, and for when the retreat is over.
- Refreshments/BeveragesThe one thing your fee does not cover are beverages. All beverages can be charged to your room and settled up upon check-out.
- Alcoholic BeveragesAs noted above, all alcoholic beverages can be charged to your room and settled up later.
- LunchesThe hotel supplies us with buffet breakfast and dinner. Lunch can be ordered at the restaurant, or in town.
- Travel InsurancePlease investigate what travel insurance works best for you, if needed.
- Hotel Tax FeeThere may be a small fee of a few euros when checking out to cover the hotel tax fee the Greek government imposes upon hotels.
Available Packages
Most of the apartment-style rooms can accommodate anywhere from two to four people. There's a bedroom and a second seating/sleeping room with a kitchenette overlooking the sea, the garden, or the swimming pool. Each apartment has its own unique design.
Note: The rate for these rooms is lower based on double occupancy or more.
Consists of one spacious room overlooking the garden or the swimming pool. Each room has its own unique design.
Available options
Retreat spouses can take a double-occupancy room. The fee covers their accommodations, excursions, and food. (They are not eligible to attend classes, though.)
Itinerary
Upon your arrival to Amorgos, a hotel van (or bus) will be waiting to transfer you to the Lakki Village Hotel, where you can check in, rest, swim, or read.
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