Julie Cohen’s new novel ‘Together’ is now a bestseller! She has topped several charts on Amazon and hit the top ten of all kindle books – that’s amazing. It’s becoming a fast favourite for book groups to review due to its clever structure and incredible twist at the end… can you guess it? Just don’t […]
The tickets are now available! Come to a special weekend in Devon on Sept 16th, for a charity concert of lovely light jazz music eg That ole Devil love and What a difference a day makes…… all in aid of the wonderful charity – Medical Detection Dogs! I’m thrilled to be hosting this night and […]
Following unavoidable events for Elaine Denning (get well soon!!)we have great pleasure in announcing a new editor for our Memoirs and First Time Writers Week Jayne Watson is our new tutor, she is a very experienced mentor. Over the course of three workshops, we’ll look at the plot, story arc and theme of your memoir, […]
Exercise and treats during your stay – The two resident labradors are very happy to go walkies, once you realise where the walk is down by the river Torridge, you are welcome to borrow one or 2 to accompany you on a stretch your legs break from your writing. The mini gym will also be available […]
Canine Companions. We have one downstairs bedroom which is able on occasion to accommodate small friendly dogs, especially official canine companions – Medical Detection Dogs and their owners have stayed here with great success. There is a £30 optional supplement for cleaning if needed. Balance has to be paid two weeks before the retreat commences. Dogs […]
Other Options – Hiring Retreats for You – writing groups. We already have two fully booked weeks this summer where a writing group has opted to take over! If you would like to discuss this, we need a minimum of six people, but we can take overspill into the lovely pub opposite, up to another […]