Workshop, write, relax, create. A gift that keeps on giving.
CREATE DEEPER STORY SUCCESS
TREAT YOURSELF TO A COZY, UPSCALE RETREAT WHILE LEARNING FROM INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS IN BEAUTIFUL COROLLA, NC
ENJOY BOUNTIFUL LIGHT AND ABUNDANT OCEAN WAVES FROM A PLETHORA OF SURROUNDING WINDOWS WHILE YOU LEARN AND WRITE IN THIS TRANQUIL ENVIRONMENT. BRING YOUR LAPTOP OUT ON THE OCEANFRONT DECK ALONG WITH YOUR COFFEE MUG TO IGNITE YOUR CREATIVITY. LISTEN TO THE SOUND OF ROLLING WAVES. SOAK UP THE RAYS. ENJOY WATCHING THE MOON RISE OVER THE WATER AND VIEW PLENTIFUL STARS TWINKLING IN THE BLACK-VELVET SKY. DON'T FORGET ABOUT SOAKING IN THE HOT TUB ON THE DECK!
WHAT A GREAT NETWORKING OPPORTUNITY TOO!
RELAX, LEARN, WRITE, REPEAT. ALL OF THIS WHILE HONING YOUR WRITING CRAFT. LORI HAYES IS AN AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR WITH TEN BOOKS UNDER HER BELT. HER DELIGHT IS TO HELP YOU BREAK DOWN YOUR CRAFT INTO SIZABLE BITES. SPEAKING OF BITES, SHE IS KNOWN FOR HER DELICIOUS FOOD FIT FOR A FEAST. IT WAS SAID MORE THAN ONCE THAT HER RETREAT WAS LIKE FAMILY AND FRIENDS COMING HOME FOR A HOLIDAY MEAL.
- Learn key components to develop a successful manuscript, so you sell more copies, obtain glowing reviews, or to secure an agent/publisher
- Create 3-D characters to make your book rememberable
- Editing is important! Learn tips and insights from a pro
- Learn marketing strategies before your manuscript is finished
- Learn daily habits to help with time-management skills, so you finish writing your manuscript
APRIL 16-21, 2023-- Book now!!
BOOK YOUR ROOM WHILE IT'S STILL AVAILABLE. April 16-21, 2023
This is a $31,000 a week house to rent during prime season. Grab a chance to stay at this luxury retreat while you can. Waking up to the natural light, listening to the sounds of the ocean, and watching the waves will inspire you. You can even soak in the hot tub on the deck. But grab your spot soon because these gorgeous bedrooms with private bathrooms won't last long. There is even a handicap-accessible ramp on the ground floor and an elevator.
One of the many wonderful benefits at a writers' retreat, besides learning and meeting new people, is the delicious food prepared just for our group. This is a chance to learn your craft in an intimate, small setting. Most conferences cost $2000-$4500, so take advantage of this unique oceanfront retreat and book today.
ELEVATOR!
There is a handicap-accessible ramp leading to the ground floor and an elevator servicing all the way to the top floor. We want to help make sure you can attend this retreat!
STUNNING VIEWS of the ATLANTIC OCEAN
The stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean have always been Lori's favorite. The North Carolina Outer Banks are loaded with pirate lore, shipwrecks--it is called the Graveyard of the Atlantic for good reason!--and also known for its pristine but rugged beaches. The lighthouse is within a ten-minute drive as well as tours available to see the wild horses Lori writes about in her novels. There are two wonderful bookstores nearby, one housing a delicious coffee shop.
EDUCATION:
LORI HAYES IS AN AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR OF EIGHT PUBLISHED BOOKS. CURRENTLY, SHE IS ALMOST FINISHED WITH HER NEXT TWO BOOKS. SHE IS BOTH TRADITIONALLY PUBLISHED AND SELF-PUBLISHED AND HAS SOLD OVER $30,000 WITH HER SELF-PUBLISHED BOOKS ALONE. SHE KNOWS SECRETS OF THE TRADE, IS WILLING TO SHARE, AND WANTS TO HELP YOU EXCEL IN YOUR WRITING CAREER.
ARE MEALS INCLUDED?
Yes, they are! This is a luxury retreat and includes your education along with a beautiful, peaceful room, and your delicious meals.
APRIL 16-21, 2023-- Make writing friends!!
TESTIMONIALS from PREVIOUS CATCH the WAVE WRITING RETREAT:
- 5 STARS--A WONDERFUL, RELAXING RETREAT FULL OF INFORMATION AND QUALITY TIME FOR WRITING. I FEEL AS IF I HAVE MADE SOME BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES AND MANY NEW LIFE-LONG FRIENDS. I LOVED EVERYONE OF YOU! THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH! -- CINDY P.
- 5 STARS--LORI IS A NATURAL PLANNER AND HAS TAKEN HER SKILLS AND KOWLEDGE AS AN AUTHOR AND WRITER TO PUT TOGETHER A RETREAT WORTH ATTENDING FOR ALL AGES AND ALL LEVELS OF WRITERS. THOUGH THE FOOD AND CLASSES WERE BOTH TERRIFIC, THE INTERACTION WITH FELLOW WRITERS WAS MY FAVORITE PART--LASTING FRIENDSHIPS. I CAN NOT SAY ENOUGH ABOUT HOW GREAT OF AN EXPERIENCE THIS WAS FOR ME. IT WAS BOTH EDUCATIONAL AS WELL AS FUN!!
- LORI IS AN INSPIRING AND ENCOURAGING FACILITATOR WHO IS ENGAGED IN EVERYONE'S SUCCESS. HER WILLINGNESS TO SHARE AND COLLABORATE WAS MUCH APPRECIATED--AS WELL AS HER INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE.
- 5 STARS--RELAXING ENOUGH TO UN-STICK MY CREATIVITY. STRUCTURED ENOUGH TO MOTIVATE ME. GOOD BALANCE! FAVORITE PART: THE WIDE RANGE OF PERSPECTIVES ON A GOOD VARIETY OF THINGS I NEED TO GET BETTER AT. ALSO, THE HOT-TUB! I WAS IMPRESSED TO SEE HOW SERIOUS EVERYONE WAS ABOUT WRITING! I REALLY DID FEEL LIKE I WAS AT A VERY BOUNTIFUL THANKSGIVING DINNER WITH WONDERFUL FAMILY EVERY EVENING, AND I EVEN GOT SOME WRITING DONE!--KIM B.
- 5 STARS--EXCELLENT, VERY INFORMATIVE & PRACTICAL. WAS INTERACTIVE AND OPEN TO QUESTIONS. FOOD WAS AMAZING. LORI'S TALKS & PRESENTATIONS WERE SO TARGETED AND HELPFUL. INCREDIBLY VALUABLE AND SO WORTH THE TIME AND INVESTMENT.
- LORI IS ONE OF THE KINDEST PEOPLE I HAVE MET, BESIDES A GREAT AUTHOR AND A GOOD TEACHER AS WELL. HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER RETREATS.--SANDRA
- 5 STARS--FAVORITE PART: CAMARADERIE WAS BEST EVER! INFO WAS SHARED IN A CASUAL, HELPFUL MANNER. LORI WAS PASSIONATE ABOUT MAKING EACH PERSON FEEL WELCOME AND INCLUDED. MOST OF All, IT WAS FUN, LIGHT & ON BEACH TIME.--YVONNE H.
9 BEDROOMS WITH Private bathrooms!
Your Speakers:
Hosted by Award-Winning Author, Lori Hayes
Becky Antkowiak is founder of 540 Writers Community & is an editor
Becky Antkowiak is founder of 540 Writers Community & is an editor
Lori Hayes has been writing since 2009. She has 8 published books, both traditionally published and self-published. She is almost finished writing her next book, one she is in love with, and 50% finished with her newest beach book that takes place on the Outer Banks. She thought the retreat destination was a perfect place for an upscale, informative writing retreat.
Becky Antkowiak is founder of 540 Writers Community & is an editor
Becky Antkowiak is founder of 540 Writers Community & is an editor
Becky Antkowiak is founder of 540 Writers Community & is an editor
Becky is an amazing asset to the writing community. She is founder of 540 Writers Community, where Becky gives writers a chance to learn from other guest speakers, and where she conducts valuable write-ins. She is also an editor and known for her Grammar Floozy.
Don't miss learning from her!
She also has dyed her hair a beautiful shade of blue to support cancer awareness. Go, Becky!
Bountiful Breakfasts
Becky Antkowiak is founder of 540 Writers Community & is an editor
Bountiful Breakfasts
Continental breakfasts to start off your day right
Lucious Lunches
Delightful Desserts
Bountiful Breakfasts
MMMM Dive into this!
Delicious Dinners
Delightful Desserts
Delightful Desserts
Are you hungry yet?
Delightful Desserts
Delightful Desserts
Delightful Desserts
Does this make you want to poke your finger into the icing and lick it off your finger?