In September our members gather for a weekend of writing with reckless abandon. This is our Writing Retreat: a time to join forces against the power of writers’ block. Each retreat also features unique events organized by members who invite us to share their other hobbies and interests.

2025: A Tidal Wave of Inspiration

Friday, Sept. 19

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5pm–8pm at SLO Life Studio & Mercantile

• Hands-on book binding demo

Saturday, Sept. 20

8am–1pm at Banner Coffee

• Writing time
• Word sprints
• Camaraderie among authors

After 1pm (venue to be announced at Banner)

• Potluck lunch
• Discussion on marketing your creative work
• Continued writing time

6:30–10pm at the beach

• Traditional bonfire and word burn

Sunday, Sept. 21

For those who can continue the weekend, we’ll host a goodbye brunch at Li’l Bits in Grover Beach.

2024: Words of Fire

A fencing lesson hosted by Brittany; taking over Café Andreini arranged by Joe; letting go of negative self talk at our beach Word Burn organized by Katie; “lessons learned” from our published members. Download the Writing Weekend Retreat Review (PDF)

Retreat 2023: Let’s Write

Writing time, visits from out-of-town members, fancy fountain pen & ink demo by Katelyn, and a beach bonfire.