Spend five days at Sunrise Ranch with Literary Midwife and bestselling author Kathy Sparrow, taming the overwhelm and confusion that keeps you from realizing your dream.
In this 5-day Writing Studio Adventure, you will:
As a bonus, you’ll have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with Kathy to discuss your individual writing goals
Plus, you’ll get to enjoy all that Sunrise Ranch offers to nourish your soul.
Is 2024 the Year that You Finally Write Your Book? That idea has been rolling around in your mind for years. You awaken in the middle of the night writing a scene or a chapter. You carry around a notebook filled with ideas. You see the possibilities that open to you once you finally are a published author. And yet you’ve hesitated. You’ve done nothing to bring your book to life!
Here’s your chance to honor the calling from the Universal Being that You are the person chosen to bring a special message into the world – one that will inspire, heal, and transform others.
When: October 9 – 13
Where: Sunrise Ranch Retreat Center!
Nestled in the breathtaking landscapes of Loveland, Colorado, Sunrise Ranch sets the stage for an unparalleled writer’s retreat—an oasis where creativity blooms and inspiration dances in the crisp mountain air. This idyllic haven invites wordsmiths from far and wide to immerse themselves in a retreat that transcends the ordinary.
Surrounded by the majestic Rocky Mountains, writers find solace and serenity at Sunrise Ranch, where the convergence of natural beauty and artistic energy fosters an environment conducive to literary exploration. As the sun paints the sky with hues of pink and gold, participants embark on a journey of self-discovery and literary craftsmanship, their pens dancing across pages as they tap into the muse within this enchanting retreat.
This immersive writing experience at Sunrise Ranch offers an all-inclusive package encompassing delectable meals, cozy lodging, top-notch workshop materials, and the rejuvenating embrace of morning and evening yoga—seamlessly woven into your enchanting writer’s retreat.
Day 1 – Wednesday, October 9: Arrival and Settling In
Evening Session: Welcome Ceremony and Retreat Overview
Recognizing that many have traveled great distances, we’ve designed this evening as a chance for a soft start. Instead of diving straight into writing sessions, we’ll have icebreakers, share the workshop agenda, and have a little fun. It’s a relaxed beginning, allowing everyone to settle in comfortably before the workshop kicks into full gear. You’ll also be able to sign up for your individual coaching sessions.
Day 2 – Thursday, October 10: Setting the Stage for Your Book
● Morning Session: Identify Your Book’s Purpose and Impact
● Afternoon Session: Life’s Turning Points: Moments, People, Places
● Evening Session – Tips for Engaging Our Audience
Day 3 – Friday, October 11: Framework Techniques for Crafting Your Chapters
● Morning Session – Define Your Premise & Create an Outline
● Afternoon Session – Writing Studio to Implement Morning Session Teachings
● Evening Session – Cultivate the Writer’s Mindset and Conquer Writer’s Block
Day 4 – Saturday, October 12: Writing with Presence, Precision, and Polish
● Morning Session – Crafting Your Chapter
● Afternoon Session – Writing Studio; Implementing Morning Techniques
● Evening Session – Author Platforms, Publishing Options and Marketing Plans!
Day 5 – Sunday, October 13: Visibility & Connection!
● Morning Session – Acknowledging Wins and Obstacles
● Brunch and Closure
This carefully curated 5-day retreat combines the tranquility of Sunrise Ranch’s inspiring grounds, the expertise of inclusive writing workshops suitable for all levels and genres, personalized coaching, and the nourishment of farm-to-table meals. The all-inclusive nature of the retreat ensures that every participant is equipped with the tools and inspiration needed to turn their literary aspirations into reality.
This carefully curated 6-day retreat combines the tranquility of Sunrise Ranch’s inspiring grounds, the expertise of inclusive writing workshops suitable for all levels and genres, personalized coaching, and the nourishment of farm-to-table meals. The all-inclusive nature of the retreat ensures that every participant is equipped with the tools and inspiration needed to turn their literary aspirations into reality.
1. Early Bird Registration Bonus! 90-minute strategy session with Kathy for the first 10 people to sign up by July 15, 2024.
2. Words of Your Soul: Writing for Wellbeing of Body, Mind & Spirit – ebook – 40 days of stories and prompts designed to encourage you to establish a consistent writing practice.
3. “Overcome Your Writer’s Block” Guided Meditation. Most writers, at one time or another, face the dreaded “writer’s block,” where our creativity feels dried up, and we stare for hours at the blank screen – or avoid it altogether. In this meditation, you will be guided to identify the fears and limiting beliefs that prevent you from showing up for your writing practice. You will also create a vision of what being a successful writer looks like to you.
4. SWAG – coffee cup, notebook, pen
Plus! Each day, you’ll have yoga, delicious meals, and time to stroll the property.
And, you’ll be able to schedule one-to-one time with Kathy to review your work and discuss your writing goals.
Q: What if I don’t know where to start writing my book?
A: This workshop is designed to give you the confidence and skills you need to finally begin writing your book. The Jumpstart Your Book process is one I’ve used for years with my private clients and also with my university students when teaching the art of writing argumentative papers.
Q: Will the days be crammed with lectures?
A: Not at all. This is a writing studio-style workshop. While we will have morning, afternoon, and evening sessions, there will be plenty of time to brainstorm, share ideas with other participants, and take walks around the property.
Q: Do I have to attend each session?
A: The workshop sessions are designed to build upon one another, to give you the step-by-step process to achieve success in beginning your book. I highly recommend making a commitment to play full out!
Q: What can I expect to accomplish by the end of the Jumpstart Your Book workshop?
A: If you attend each session and complete each day’s assignments, you will have an outline for your book and a first draft of one chapter. You’ll also have a plan to create or enhance your author’s platform and a knowledge of publishing options.
Q: Is participation limited to a certain number of people?
A: Yes. I believe that each of the participants deserves to have access to me personally. With this in mind, I’ve limited enrollment to just 30 people.
Literary Midwife Kathy Sparrow is an award-winning author, ghostwriter, and publishing consultant who has mentored aspiring -fiction, fiction, and poetry writers for over two decades. Many have penned bestselling books because of her book coaching services. Known as a “behind-the-scenes secret weapon” to thought leaders, Kathy specializes in the areas of self-development, leadership, and memoir. She was recently named one of the “Top 15 Book Coaches to Watch in 2023” by LA Weekly.
Kathy is the co-author and project lead of Ignite Your Leadership: Proven Tools to Energize Teams, Fuel Momentum, and Accelerate Results. Her novel, The Whispered Teachings of Grandmother Trout, is touted as the feminine version of A River Runs Through It. She is the co-author of the children’s books Stanky & Cece: Break the Rules (2022) and Stanky & Cece: Out of Control (2023). She has ghostwritten books and blogs on personal growth, professional development, and leadership, including The Precipice of Life: Leadership and Personal Growth Insights from a Mountaineer’s Edge.
Throughout her career, she has worked with traditional publishers such as IDG Press (the former For Dummies publisher), Master’s Press, Wish Publishing, ARE Press, and others. Her work as a journalist has also appeared in Saltwater Fly Fishing, Indianapolis Woman, Indiana Business Magazine, E-magazine, Hudson Valley Magazine, and many more. A university professor, she has taught writing in first-year writing programs, sophomore literature, theatre, and marketing for authors.
Kathy has studied transformational methodologies with Jack Canfield, founder of Chicken Soup for the Soul and author of The Success Principles, Dr. Deb Sandella of The RIM® Institute, Laurie Seymour of The Baca Institute, and Renee Moorefield of Wisdom Works. She is a Certified Canfield Trainer in The Success Principles and Canfield Methodologies, Certified Be Well Lead Well Pulse® Guide, and Master RIM® facilitator. Kathy relies on the science of success tools to assist her clients in overcoming obstacles and mindset limitations that prevent them from sharing their wisdom with the world. She holds a master’s degree in English with a concentration in literature and cultural studies.
Kathy enjoys yoga, hot indoor cycling, hiking, fly fishing, and adventures with her partner and family. She spends her time in LA and San Diego, and you can also find her in Colorado, Mexico, Costa Rica—or wherever her travels take her.
Her websites are: www.kathysparrow.com and www.awritablelife.com.
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