Writing Away Refuge

Offering virtual agent pitch retreats over Zoom and a live, luxury writing retreat in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Connecting writers with literary agents.

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Join us this Sat. June 6th!

Whether you're a pantser or a plotter, Lee Ann Ward’s Storyboarding Zoom Masterclass will teach you the skills required to make your WIP your BEST book yet! #writingawayrefuge #writingcommunity #writer #amwriting #writerslife https://t.co/zktHTogWXH

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There’s still time to join us Saturday…

No matter whether you're a pantser or a plotter, Lee Ann Ward's Storyboarding Zoom Masterclass will teach you the skills required to make your WIP your BEST book yet! Sat., June 6th. #writingawayrefuge #writingcommunity #writer #amwriting #writerslife #writingclasses https://t.co/Q5BH0FkUt9

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Weaving in Flawless Backstory workshop
Fri., June 19, 6:00–8:30 PM CT
The #1 question I'm asked as an editor is, "How do I write backstory into my manuscript without it sounding like an info dump?" If you struggle with writing effortless backstory that feels needed rather than forced, this is the workshop for you! #writerscommunity #writingawayrefuge #WritingMasterClass #writer #amwriting #writer https://t.co/EV4S3MVMFz

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Writing Away Refuge Revision Bootcamp over Zoom Sat., June 13th. Want to revise like career authors? Then our Zoom Revision Bootcamp is for you! WAR founder Lee Ann Ward will show you what it takes to not only write like a pro, but how to revise with confidence & shrink the word count without losing a drop of the story magic! #writingcommunity #writingawayrefuge #amwriting #writer #writerslife #writingworkshop https://t.co/hlN93rwgII

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“Write the Perfect Pitch, Query Letter & Synopsis” workshop over Zoom Friday, June 5th, with our founder & former acquisitions editor, Lee Ann Ward. This class is a game changer for every querying writer. **Space is limited so each participant receives personal attention.** #writingawayrefuge #writingcommunity #amquerying #amwriting #writerslife #ampitching #writer

**This class will be recorded too!**

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Make this summer the one you’re agented! Join us in July for the “Submissions Ready” Zoom Mini Conference with literary agent Katie Reed of Katie Reed Literary. This event is limited to 12 writers to allow for one-on-one time with Katie. Full details below. #writingawayrefuge #writingcommunity #amwriting #amquerying #writer #writerslife https://t.co/UatWFjsKwH

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4 spaces remaining! W.A.R. Summer Write In is back June 27-28. Perfect your 1st 10 pgs, pitch & query letter, private consult w/ agent liaison Lee Ann Ward & more! A fan favorite

#writingawayrefuge #writingcommunity #writer #amwriting #writerslife #writingworkshop

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Will you be joining us on Friday?

Do you struggle to find the perfect comp titles for your book? Most writers do. Well, not anymore! Let Lee Ann show you how it’s done. Join us May 29th for this fun, informative Zoom workshop!
#writingawayrefuge #writingcommunity #writer #AmWriting #amquerying #writerslife #ampitching https://t.co/BlZSSDks8O

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**Only 7 spaces remaining**

Our amazing writing intensive, the W.A.R. Summer Write In, is a favorite with our writers! Join us June 27-28th!

This is a weekend writing intensive where you will

—Perfect your first 10 pages
—Perfect your verbal pitch and query letter
—Have a private consult w/ agent liaison Lee Ann Ward about your manuscript
—Create your perfect tagline/logline for your project

We will also conclude the weekend with a Pitch War, and the winner gets a FREE Writing Away Refuge course of their choosing (up to a $300 value). **A literary agent will be present to judge the Pitch War and can request materials on any pitches she enjoys!**
(The Write In is limited to 25 writers because of the required one-on-one time with each attendee.) #writingawayrefuge #writingcommunity #writer #amwriting #writerslife #writingmasterclass #amquerying

For more info and to register, tap the link below:

https://t.co/wHvFtmxR3O

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How to Write a Winning Romance Zoom masterclass June 20th. I've helped writers shape their romance novels into swoon-worthy prose, from love affairs set in England's Regency Era, to contemporaries so sensual that the words melt the pages. I'm ready to help you write your irresistible romance too. Want to write like today's bestselling romance authors? Then this masterclass is for you! https://t.co/q0ixDbUlvb #writingcommunity #writingawayrefuge #writer #writingclasses #AmWriting

[Writing Away Refuge @WritingRefuge]

No matter whether you're a pantser or a plotter, Lee Ann Ward's Storyboarding Zoom Masterclass will teach you the skills required to make your WIP your BEST book yet! Sat., June 6th. #writingawayrefuge #writingcommunity #writer #amwriting #writerslife #writingclasses https://t.co/Q5BH0FkmDB

[Writing Away Refuge @WritingRefuge]

Write the Perfect Pitch, Query Letter & Synopsis Zoom workshop June 5 w/ former acquisitions editor Lee Ann Ward. This is a game changer for querying writers. Workshop will be recorded. #writingawayrefuge #writingcommunity #amquerying #amwriting #writerslife https://t.co/InnQTot4n7

[Writing Away Refuge @WritingRefuge]

Our amazing writing intensive, the W.A.R. Summer Write In, is a favorite with our writers! Join us June 27-28th!

This is a weekend writing intensive where you will

—Perfect your first 10 pages
—Perfect your verbal pitch and query letter
—Have a private consult w/ agent liaison Lee Ann Ward about your manuscript
—Create your perfect tagline/logline for your project

We will also conclude the weekend with a Pitch War, and the winner gets a FREE Writing Away Refuge course of their choosing (up to a $300 value). **A literary agent will be present to judge the Pitch War and can request materials on any pitches she enjoys!**
(The Write In is limited to 25 writers because of the required one-on-one time with each attendee.) #writingawayrefuge #writingcommunity #writer #amwriting #writerslife #writingmasterclass #amquerying

For more info and to register, tap the link below:

https://t.co/wHvFtmyoTm

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Make this summer the one you’re agented! Join us in July for the “Submissions Ready” Zoom Mini Conference with literary agent Katie Reed of Katie Reed Literary. This event is limited to 12 writers to allow for one-on-one time with Katie. Full details below. #writingawayrefuge #writingcommunity #amwriting #amquerying #writer #writerslife https://t.co/UatWFjsKwH

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Day 2 of the May Writing Away Refuge Zoom Pitch! We’re listening to the incredible Leticia Gomez with Kensington talk about the Ins and Outs of Publishing. Agent pitches later today! #writingawayrefuge #writingcommunity #writer #amwriting #amquerying #writerslife

Missing out? You can still join us! Register here! https://t.co/YyELSBxuU1

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Day 1 of the May Writing Away Refuge Zoom Pitch is underway! We’re listening to the fabulous Joyce Scarbrough talk about Finding the Right Writing Process. Agent pitches later today! #writingawayrefuge #writingcommunity #writer #amwriting #amquerying #writerslife

Missing out? You can still join us! Register here! https://t.co/YyELSBxuU1

[Writing Away Refuge @WritingRefuge]

Do you struggle to find the perfect comp titles for your book? Most writers do. Well, not anymore! Let Lee Ann show you how it’s done. Join us May 29th for this fun, informative Zoom workshop!
#writingawayrefuge #writingcommunity #writer #AmWriting #amquerying #writerslife #ampitching https://t.co/BlZSSDkZYm

[Writing Away Refuge @WritingRefuge]

Make this summer the one you’re agented! Join us in July for the “Submissions Ready” Zoom Mini Conference with literary agent Katie Reed of Katie Reed Literary. This event is limited to 12 writers to allow for one-on-one time with Katie. Full details below. #writingawayrefuge #writingcommunity #amwriting #amquerying #writer #writerslife https://t.co/UatWFjtimf

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Did you enjoy our 12 Days of Publishing in December? Then you’ll love our WAR Spring Break! TOR Forge… Kensington Publishing… literary agents… Who’s ready for a WAR Spring Break? 5 industry professionals, 5 interviews, 5 days. Interviews with top industry professionals + Q&A. Get the answers you’ve been seeking! Can’t make it each day? All sessions will be recorded & emailed to participants. You’ll not miss a thing! #writerscommunity #writingawayrefuge #ampitching #amquerying #writer #writerslife https://t.co/3YIAOZE9w6

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Did you know that if you join us for our live Writing Away Refuge Retreat in Gulf Shores, Alabama, you get to workshop your writing and pitch to literary agents in a luxury beach house in paradise with a houseful of industry professionals at your disposal? No 10-minute pitch and you’re done. You have every meal and down time with our agents and instructors who get to know you and your work. We are the writers conference that puts writers first! We have one shared room space for a male and one for a female and one non-lodging space available for October 1-6th, 2026! We’d love to have you! #writerscommunity #amwriting #writingawayrefuge #writersconference #writingretreat #writerslife
Register here: https://t.co/bMEa0qU918