Saturday, August 23, 2008

Hiatus in Hawaii!

    by KJ Howe



    Aloha! I’m saying hello from the annual Maui Writer’s Retreat and Conference held this year for the first time in Honolulu, Hawaii. It’s a great opportunity to learn from the master’s in the field. Teachers include David Morrell, Steve Berry, James Rollins, Jacquelyn Mitchard, Ann Hood, John Lescroart, and Sam Horn. No matter what you write you will fit in, as everything from narrative non-fiction and memoirs to thrillers and literary fiction is covered. The aspiring authors are split into small groups for intensive workshops. But, there is always time to sneak off to Waikiki beach!

    Before breaking into our home room groups, we are treated to general sessions such as:

    Where does the next great idea come from?

    Rejection, It’s Your Friend

    Writing Human Nature: Is there such a thing as human nature?

    From Despair to Delight: Developing a transformational attitude towards the rewrite

    10 Things You Need to Do to Get Published

    …AND MORE!

    Whether you’re a reader or a writer, nothing beats getting away and immersing yourself in your favorite books. Where is your dream spot for a conference? How much time would you like to spend playing vs. working? Who would you most like to work with?
    The person who designs the most compelling conference wins a $10 Barnes and Noble gift card, so dream big!

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