Join us for space and time to work on your own writing, opportunities to gather and meet with other writers, and optional writing workshops and excursions to explore the magical northern Coromandel. A place of bush-clad slopes, beautiful beaches and vistas across farmland and Tīkapa Moana/Hauraki Gulf.
With private or shared accommodation options in holiday homes from Colville, Little Bay, Tuateawa, we will provide a mix of private working time and opportunities for connection.
See our website www.hikeandbike.co.nz/writers-escape for details or join our facebook group Writers Escape Community.
Hosted by historical fiction author Stephanie Parkyn and Hike and Bike Northern Coromandel.
The workshops and excursions are open to local writers too!
Workshops on Saturday 24th May 2025
9.30am to 12: Weaving Ideas into Story
Stephanie Parkyn will lead a fun workshop exploring ideas and how to shape them into story with memorable characters and satisfying plot.
Lots of exercises to try and suitable for all stages of writers.
1pm to 4 pm: Strategies for Self-editing
Learn some tips and tricks for wrangling your first draft into shape! Come away with a technique to apply to your own writing. Best for those who have completed a short story or novel and want to benefit from Stephanie’s experience of working with professional editors.
Check out the details here: http://www.stephanieparkyn.com/events/
