If you want to write a publishable novel this is the workshop to find out how. You will return home invigorated, with a deep understanding and knowledge of story, motivated to complete your book.

Irene’s retreats are renowned by international writers, not only for her innovative techniques that show you how to focus, develop, create and write your stories… but for weaving inspiration and creativity into your writing journey by providing exceptional locations to facilitate the creative process.

Engage with the beauty of the West Cork countryside. Walk the golden sandy beaches on the doorstep of your luxurious 4 star accommodation. Glow from relaxing in the heated seawater jet filled swimming pool. Explore the nooks and crannies in the nearby small country town of Clonakilty. Immerse your self in the tranquil and specular views Inchydoney has to offer. Sleep in silence. Connect to story. Feed your imagination.

Come to Inchydoney and write! Delve deep into an authentic Irish experience along the Wild Atlantic Way. Walk the ancient path with Irene, an Irish native… she’s show you the way.

Gourmet food, luxurious private room with balcony and sea views over the Atlantic Ocean.  A memorable journey is assured.

Using right-brain/left brain learning techniques our aim is to trigger and deepen imaginative concepts, tap into life experiences, strengthen writing voice, shape characters, form setting, frame theme, create structure – and develop your story so that it’s ready to hop off the page.

You will be encouraged to explore story in a genre of your choice, be it Literary Fiction, Science Fiction/Fantasy, Crime, Romance, Children’s, Popular Fiction, Dystopian…or to discover and find your genre as you progress through the workshop.

The workshop is open to new, emerging and established writers to:

• create a short story
• develop a novel
• work on a current manuscript

You receive personal feedback on your story throughout the workshop.

Participant Comment:
Irene is a brilliant teacher of writing – highly organised, attention to detail, thorough and compassionate at the same time. For the beginning or the seasoned writer, Irene offers both specific skills and general insights on the ‘whys’ and ‘hows’ of good writing for both fiction and memoir. ~ Mary Glatz-O’Brien, Ed.D., Ed. M. USA