Saturday, December 27, 2025

Overview

End 2025 on a productive, reflective, and creative note with a full‑day writing retreat of webinars, Q&As, writing and submitting time, and community led by author Dana De Greff.

If you are working on a book (or have always wanted to start one), want to take stock of your writing year, recommit to your creative practice, hold yourself accountable, and close the year feeling grounded and energized, this intensive is for you. Together, we will reflect, revise, submit, and create a clear bridge between the work you’ve done and the work you’re ready to carry forward.

***Note: If you cannot attend live, the session will be recorded and shared only with participants.

***Group will be capped at 10 participants

***All times in CT

Who This Is For

• Writers working on a book-length project (fiction, nonfiction, or memoir)

• Writers who want structure, accountability, and community

• Writers who feel stuck, stalled, or inconsistent and want renewed momentum

• Writers who want guidance from a seasoned author, editor, and educator

• Writers who crave a nurturing but focused creative environment

What You Get

Saturday, 12/27/25 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM CT (includes a break for lunch)

1. Webinar: Reflecting on Your Writing Year — What Worked, What Didn’t, What Matters

2. Webinar + Q&A: Sustaining a Writing Discipline

   writing break

3. Workshop: Revision, Refinement, and Letting Go — Closing Drafts with Intention

   lunch break (12:30)

4. Webinar: Finishing Strong — How to Submit, Share, or Shelf
   
   writing break

5. Community Writing + Submission Party: Dedicated writing time with accountability, goal‑sharing, and optional submissions
   

Pricing

Single Intensive: $325

Includes all webinars, workshops, community writing sessions, recordings, and group access for the selected program(s).

Early Bird (through December 24, 2025):

• Single Intensive: $295

Testimonials

“Dana creates a rare space where craft, discipline, and compassion meet. I left with real pages written — and the confidence to keep going.”

“This was the first writing program where I actually followed through. The structure and community made all the difference.”

“I came in unsure of my project and left with clarity, momentum, and a plan.”

FAQ

Do I need to attend live?
Live attendance is encouraged, but all sessions will be recorded and shared privately with participants.

What genre is this for?
All genres are welcome, including fiction, nonfiction, memoir, and hybrid forms.

How many people will be in the group?
Enrollment is capped at 10 participants to ensure personalized attention and a meaningful community.

Can I take just one intensive?
Yes. Each intensive stands alone, though many writers choose the bundle for continuity and momentum.

Is this suitable for beginners?
Yes. Writers at all stages—from early drafts to revision—will benefit.

A La Carte Options

1. One‑on‑One Writing Consultation via Zoom (1 hour): $150 with program (usually $200)

2. Editorial Feedback on Your Submission (under 20 pages): $75 with program (usually $150)

Core Book Coaching Program: $450 with program (usually $600)