Imagine writing against the backdrop of Hawaii's dramatic North Kohala Coast, where inspiration flows as freely as the Pacific breeze. This October, WritingWorkshops.com invites you to an immersive 6-day retreat that nurtures both your creativity and spirit.
Transform Your Writing in Hawaiian Paradise: October 19-24, 2025
Choose your creative journey:
Fiction Workshop with Ashleigh Bell Pedersen - Join an intimate group of 10 writers for focused manuscript feedback from a New York Times Editors' Choice novelist. Submit two completed pieces and receive thoughtful guidance to elevate your fiction.
Generative Writing & Yoga Intensive with Virginia Reeves - Experience how the mind-body connection unlocks creativity across all genres with daily yoga and writing sessions led by a Man Booker Prize long-listed novelist. All levels welcome!
Your All-Inclusive Hawaiian Experience Features:
Kohola Legends Walking Tour - Discover traditional plant medicine, customs, and stories while reconnecting with nature's tranquility.
Pololu Trail Adventure - Hike down to a stunning black sand beach with time for individual writing and reflection.
Beach Day - Relax at either Hapuna or Spencer Beach with protected waters perfect for swimming and creative contemplation.
Choose Your Thursday Adventure - Either hike through the native forests of Kalōpā State Park or explore the charming artistic town of Hawi for unique souvenirs and galleries.
Throughout your stay, enjoy stunning accommodations, airport transfers, all-inclusive daily meals (except one lunch in Waimea), and evening community gatherings with fellow writers.
Exclusive for NewPages readers: Save $100 with code NEWPAGES25 when you enroll by May 13th.
With just a few spots still available (and filling quickly), secure your place today. Where will your writing journey take you this October?
P.S. No application required—spaces filled first-come, first-served!
"The Workshop in Hawaii exceeded my expectations. I loved connecting with other writers in such a beautiful and inspiring place. I also reconnected with myself. Thank you to the organizers, instructors, and guides. It was a magical experience that I'll never forget. The trip was so refreshing, and helped me reconnect with myself and connect with other writers. The space was also amazing. The combination of both made for the best time I've had in years. Diana is great and definitely helps me think about things in a whole new way. I loved the authenticity of the place and the owner. It felt like a true Hawaiian experience - spiritual and peaceful. The instructors. The guides. People make the experience, and there were some wonderful folks on this trip." -Sam H.
"I don’t want to say this retreat was life changing because that sounds too unbelievable—but it maybe was. Picture an off-the-grid vacation with the Pacific Ocean and lush kale salads happening alongside a craft workshop with talented writers and instructors. This retreat was a large investment, but ultimately the cost of four days of intensive workshopping and touring around the remote north on Hawaii’s Big Island was incredibly worth it. Beyond our critique hours, I found value in spending so much concentrated time with other writers and thinkers. As writers, we always hear that so much of our practice doesn’t involve writing at all. This immersive retreat was a testament to that, with so much hearty conversation, star gazing, rock skipping, and feasting that I’ll be ruminating on for weeks to come. Do it!!" -Jenna K.
"The Writing Workshops Hawaii experience was absolutely phenomenal. Connecting with writers from all different parts of the country with varied lived experiences was invaluable, and at the end of every day I felt inspired and renewed. The property was incredible, and I loved that all of our workshopping and seminars were done outdoors, the ocean in view. Blake + Mike went above and beyond to make sure everyone felt comfortable and informed, and did a great job coordinating full, fun days that included not only writing-themed activities but exploring the surrounding areas. It exceeded my expectations, and I look forward to joining another Writing Workshops session in the future!" -Emmy F.
"The communication leading up to the workshop was excellent. Diana was a wonderful workshop leader and I would gladly take a class from her again. As organizers, Blake and Mike cover all the bases so attendees can totally relax in the environment and focus on writing and group connections. The overall experience, the inclusion of food and housing, the community that was built, the work we did -- thumbs up on everything!" -Catherine V.