SCBWI Utah/Southern Idaho Revision Retreat

Just a heads up that the SCBWI Utah/S. Idaho novel revision retreat in Ashton, Idaho still has a few spots left.  I will be there, so this is your chance to meet me in person AND work on a MG or YA novel.  And if you live relatively close to me, I have room for 5 people to head up with me in my vehicle.  That is an irresistible offer, I know.  Many long hours in an enclosed traveling box. With me.  Talking the whole way.

It brings tears to your eyes, I know.

If you're interested in learning more, here are the details from the source, my ever lovable RA:

2012 Novel Revision Retreat

Sponsored by the Utah/Southern Idaho Region of the SCBWI

Join us in beautiful Ashton, Idaho, along the Henry's Fork of the Snake River at Mesa Falls Lodge

October 4, 5, 6, and 7, 2012with
Kendra LevinFacilitating
Kendra is an editor with Viking and a life coach for writers. She will provide sessions about revision, the writing life, and other matters pertinent to novel writing.

Participants will also be paired with three others. You will read all three manuscripts prior to the retreat and provide written critiques. You will also meet with this group regularly throughout the weekend to comment on one another's manuscripts.

There will also be time to write and revise.

Space limitations allow for only 12 participants in this intensive revision retreat.
You MUST have a completed draft of a novel (either middle grade or young adult). A first draft is still a draft. DEADLINE to submit your draft is August 25. (Elissa's note: this has been extended to Sept. 6th.) Send your full manuscript in an attachment to u.i.scbwi@gmail.com. You will then receive three manuscripts by Sept. 1 that you will read before the retreat.

Registration is now open. Cost is $450 for non-members of SCBWI, $400 for members. All lodging, food, and sessions are included in this fee.(If you join SCBWI before registering, you will receive member price.) You may pay using the PayPal buttons here. Or you may mail a check made out to SCBWI Utah/southern Idaho to: 1809 North 7th St., Boise ID 83702.


Please do come!  And pass this on to anyone else who might be interested.  Thanks!