The 29th Annual Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway, a supportive, participant-focused writers' conference, will take place January 13-16, 2023. Here are some of the things we're most excited about this year: More Time to Use the "Early Bard" Discount Our "Early Bard" Discount will allow you to save $25 on your room package. The deadline to use this discount has been pushed to November 20, giving you plenty of time to register and save. Poetry Incubator: A Generative Writing Workshop This is the same rotating-style Winter ... Read More...
Scholarships available for 2023 writers’ conference
Scholarships are being offered for first-time participants of the 29th Annual Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway writers' conference. Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway January 13-16, 2023 Seaview Hotel Galloway, NJ (Atlantic City area) Recipients may choose from workshops in fiction, memoir, creative nonfiction, poetry, songwriting and more. In addition to workshops, the conference also offers plentiful writing time, readings, open mics, yoga and dancing at the Getaway Disco. We have two different types of scholarships available: The Toni ... Read More...
Important Information for 2022 Participants
28th Annual Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway January 14-17, 2022 Below is a list of everything you need to arrive safely, happily and ready to enjoy the weekend, including how to book our special rate to extend your stay. Please read this carefully even if you've attended before, because some things have changed. Arrival Logistics for Friday, January 14 4:00 p.m. or later: You may check in at Seaview anytime after 4:00 p.m. When you arrive, you can pull up to the main entrance where the bell service will help you unload. You can then pull ... Read More...
Carpooling to the 2022 Winter Getaway
Have an extra space or two in your car? Flying in and looking to rent a car or share expenses on an airport shuttle? Taking public transit and looking to connect with other participants? Comment below to connect with others. Please note, that over the years participants have often waited until the last minute to use the carpool board. However, the sooner you post, the more likely you are to find someone to share a ride with. See our Travel Page for information on transportation to the Winter Getaway. ... Read More...
Special Guest at the 2022 Winter Getaway
We’re pleased to present our Special Guest for the 2022 Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway: Patrick Rosal. Patrick will lead three sessions of the Poetry Circus workshop. The 28th Annual Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway, a writers' conference near Atlantic City, NJ, will take place January 14-17, 2022. Patrick Rosal Patrick Rosal is a multidisciplinary artist and the author of five full-length poetry collections, including The Last Thing: New and Selected Poems, debuting in September 2021. His poems and essays have been widely ... Read More...
Scholarships available for 2022 writers’ conference
Scholarships are being offered for first-time participants of the 28th Annual Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway writers' conference. Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway January 14-17, 2022 Seaview Hotel Galloway, NJ (Atlantic City area) Recipients may choose from workshops in fiction, memoir, creative nonfiction, poetry, playwriting and songwriting. In addition to workshops, the conference also offers plentiful writing time, readings, open mics, yoga and dancing at the Getaway Disco. We have two different types of scholarships available: ... Read More...
New for 2022 Winter Getaway
The 28th Annual Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway, a supportive, participant-focused writers' conference, will take place January 14-17, 2022. Here are some of the things we're most excited about this year: The "Poetry Circus" This is the same Winter Getaway poetry workshop "re-PETERs" know and love, with a new name to emphasize its unique and playful spirit. You may remember this workshop as "Advanced Poetry" or "Poetry Workshop." Peter will still be the ringleader, offering prompts and direction each morning. Special Guest for ... Read More...
Important Information for 2021 Participants
27th Annual Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway January 14-18, 2021 - Online Below is a list of things you need to know about this year's Winter Getaway. Please read this carefully. If you haven't already, please also read our tips and tricks to set you up for success! *NOTE: ALL TIMES ARE EST.* Where to Begin Overwhelmed? Just breathe, and start here. Accessing Our Virtual Event Space You will find all the links and documents you'll need for the weekend in our virtual event space. You can access the virtual event space by ... Read More...
Congratulations to our 2021 scholarship recipients!
The panel has made its decisions. There were many strong applications and it was a tough choice, but the following writers were selected. We look forward to getting to know them at the Winter Getaway, but we asked them to tell us a bit about themselves ahead of time. See what they had to say below. Toni Brown Memorial Scholarship Kara Knickerbocker of Conneautville, PA Kara Knickerbocker is a writer and world traveler from Pennsylvania and the author of the chapbooks The Shedding Before the Swell (dancing girl press, 2018) and Next to Everything ... Read More...
Winter Getaway Q&A: November 12, 2020, 7pm EST
Winter Getaway Q&A Thursday, November 12, 2020 7-8pm EST Join us as we answer your questions about this year’s online Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway. Get guidance on which workshop to choose, ask logistical questions or just stop in to say hello. We can’t tell you the meaning of life, but we will be available to answer your Getaway-related inquiries for an hour on Zoom. Led by Stephanie Cawley and Taylor Coyle. RSVP via Facebook to spread the word! You can tune in from your computer or smart phone using this link. You can ... Read More...
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