January 14-17, 2011     Not your typical writers' conference
           
 

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Workshops are limited to 10 or fewer participants.
    Our programs fill quickly.
        Register today so you're not disappointed!


2011 Tuition  —  $385  
***Held at the 2009 price!***

Includes workshops*; Friday & Sunday evening receptions; afternoon activities; and 2 lunches.

*The following workshops have a surcharge of $75:
     ● Finishing Your Novel
     ● Visions and Revision
     ● Poetry Manuscript Workshop
     ● Poetry Chapbook Workshop
     ● Advanced Poetry Writing with Stephen Dunn (1 session)
     ● Advanced Poetry Writing with Dorianne Laux (1 session)
     ● Advanced Poetry Writing with Patricia Smith (1 session)

Save by registering early  —  $25 Early Bard Discount if you register on or before Nov. 15


2011 Tutorials

These twenty minute feedback sessions will provide a one-on-one constructive critique on a work in progress. Participants may add-on up to two tutorials.
     Tutorial in Prose  —  $100
     Tutorial in Poetry  —  $75*

*Participants in Poetry Writing for Beginners and Advanced Poetry Writing get a free tutorial as part of their tuition, but many still like to schedule a second one.


2011 Room Packages

Include 3 nights accommodation, most with ocean view; 3 breakfasts; 3 lunches; use of fitness center, indoor pool & hot tub; most gratuities; state sales & hotel taxes.
Dinners are not included.

     Double Room  —  $265**
     Single Room  —  $430
     Shared Room (with non-participating guest)  —  $575***
       **We can find you a roommate, or you can tell us you who you'd like to room with.
       ***Includes 3 breakfasts; 3 lunches; afternoon activities; and evening receptions for a
non-participating spouse, partner or guest.


The Fine Print

Early Bard Discount ($25) if paid in full on or before Nov. 15
● Tardy Bard Penalty ($25) if registering after Dec. 15
● Change Fee ($25) will be charged to switch your workshop, room package, tutorial(s) and/or add-ons after Dec. 15
Cancellation policy:
         ● On or before Dec. 15 — 100% refund minus a $50
               processing fee
         ● Dec. 16-31 — 50% of total refunded
         ● Jan. 1-10 — 50% credit for future Getaway
         ● Jan. 11 or after — Sorry, no refund will be issued


Scholarships

Five scholarships will be offered for the 2011 Getaway. Click for details.

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Wait List Information

To be added to the wait list for a workshop you must:
    1) Register for a different workshop with the understanding that this is probably the one you will remain in.
    2) If you register online, note in the comments box which wait list you would like to be added to, or if you register by mail, write a note on the registration form letting us know which wait list you would like to be placed on.
    3) In the unlikely event of a cancellation, we will notify the person on the top of the list.

    Note: The same Fine Print and Cancellation policy applies to all registrants whether they are on the wait list or not.

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Special Opportunities at the Getaway

  • Earn Professional Development Credit
    Many educators are sponsored or reimbursed by their school districts and colleges for this multicultural, professional development activity. Teachers will earn 18 hours of professional development credit. Purchase orders are welcome.

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There Are Two Ways to Register

     ● Register online on our secure site to pay by credit card.
     ● Fill out our registration form* and mail it to us with your check or purchase order.
Click here to download the form.

*You will need to have Acrobat Reader installed to open it. Download it for free here.

Please note: If you have trouble registering online, or if you don't receive an email confirming your online registration within 24 hours, call us toll-free at 1-888-887-2105 or email us at info@wintergetaway.com.

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The Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway is a Program of Murphy Writing Seminars, LLC
New Jersey Department of Education Professional Development Provider #539
609-823-5076 • 888-887-2105 • info@wintergetaway.com
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