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...
Important Information for 2023 Participants
29th Annual Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway January 13-16, 2023 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 13 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 2023 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...
New for 2023 Winter Getaway
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...