Writers League of Texas 2011 Summer Writing Retreat

Get away from it all and head to scenic West Texas for a week of writing. The 2011 WLT Summer Writing Retreat at Sul Ross State University in Alpine is the perfect summer escape. There’s something about the stunning landscape of mountainous West Texas — not to mention the refreshing afternoon showers and cool summer evenings — that inspires writers to simply write.

July 24 - July 29, 2011

Sul Ross University

Alpine, Texas

Intensive writing workshops will be taught by four of Texas ’ premier authors. Whichever class you select, it will feature:

Intimate classes (20 students maximum)

Personalized instruction

Time dedicated for writing

Tuition

$299 WLT members / $359 nonmembers

Note: Tuition does not include room and board. Discounted rates will be available at the SRSU residence halls and Alpine hotels.

Classes:

Working Out Your Writing Muscles: A One-Week Exercise Program with Scott Wiggerman

Shaping Your Book to Sell: Intensive Workshop on the Art and Skill of Self-Editing and Revision with Carol Dawson

Writing the Novel: the Basics with Karleen Koen

The Complete Nonfiction Writer with James L. Haley