2008 Whispering Pines Retreat Followup
The 2008 Whispering Pines Writers’ Retreat, A Working Weekend for the Serious Writer, took place February 29-March 2, 2008.
The retreat, limited to 20 full time participants, was an opportunity to work intimately with professionals in an idyllic setting. Participants had the opportunity to work with others who are committed to quality children’s literature in small groups and also benefited from a thirty minute one-on-one critique with an assigned mentor. The setting allowed for quiet meditation, networking, and attention to participants' individual projects in a "design your own retreat" format.
Participants enjoyed presentations from award-winning author Mark Peter Hughes, Charlesbridge Publishing editor Emily Mitchell, illustrator Ilene Richard, and Candlewick Press associate editor Kaylan Adair. Thanks to everyone involved for another successful event!
