30th Annual Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway January 12-15, 2024 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 12 4:00pm or later: You may check in at Seaview anytime after 4:00pm. 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...
New for 2024 Winter Getaway
The 30th Annual Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway—a supportive, participant-focused writers' conference—will take place January 12-15, 2024. There is plenty to be excited about this year: Discounts In celebration of our 30th anniversary, our "Early Bard" Discount for your room package will increase to $30 off. Plus, if you bring someone who has never attended the Winter Getaway, you’ll both receive $30 off the lowest sliding scale tuition rate for a three-day workshop. Email info@murphywriting.com to receive a bring-a-friend coupon code ... Read More...
Scholarships available for 2024 writers’ conference
More than 29 scholarships are being offered for first-time participants of the 30th Annual Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway writers' conference. Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway January 12-15, 2024 Seaview Hotel Galloway, NJ (Atlantic City area) Recipients may choose from workshops in fiction, memoir, creative nonfiction, poetry, songwriting, playwriting 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 three different types of scholarships ... Read More...
Carpooling to the 2025 Winter Getaway
See our Travel Page for information on transportation to the 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: We review comments here to combat spam, so your comment may take a day or two to appear. 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 ... Read More...
Scholarships available for 2025 writers’ conference
Scholarships are being offered for first-time participants of the 31st annual Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway writers' conference. Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway January 17-20, 2025 Seaview Hotel Galloway, NJ (Atlantic City area) Recipients may choose from workshops in fiction, memoir, creative nonfiction, poetry, songwriting and storytelling. In addition to workshops, the conference also offers plentiful writing time, open mics, yoga, dancing at the Getaway Disco and more. We have three different types of scholarships available: Faculty ... Read More...
New for 2025 Winter Getaway
The 31st annual Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway—a supportive, participant-focused writers' conference—will take place January 17-20, 2025. There is plenty to be excited about this year: Discounts We'll continue to ring in our 3rd decade in style, including a $30 "Early Bard" Discount for your room package if you register by Nov. 20—a little later than last year, giving you more time to save. Don't forget: if you bring someone who has never attended the Winter Getaway, you’ll both receive $30 off the lowest sliding scale tuition rate ... Read More...
Carpooling to the 2024 Winter Getaway
See our Travel Page for information on transportation to the 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: We review comments here to combat spam, so your comment may take a day or two to appear. 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 ... Read More...