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Wildacres Writers Workshop
Established
1986
Program Description
Small classes (10 students), workshops in AM or PM alternating. Subjects: poetry, creative nonfiction, short story, flash fiction, and novel. Must be 18+
Programs/Year
2
Program Length
1 week
Group Size or S:T Ratio
10/1
Program Focus
Non-fiction, Poetry, Fiction
Faculty
2026: Includes: Jason Mott & Tommy Hayes (Novel); John Lane & Tyree Daye (Poetry); Rebecca McClanahan & Sonja Livingston (Creative Nonfiction); Kristen Gentry (Short Story); and, Sherrie Flick (Flash Fiction)
Costs
$975 workshop fee includes 7 nights shared lodging, meals, course, manuscript critique. $540 retreat fee (for alums or workshop participants)includes shared lodging & meals. Scholarships are available.
U.S. Locations
Little Switzerland, North Carolina
Months
June, July
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Contact
Amy Willoughby-Burle
Director
Wildacres Writers Workshop
United States
Phone: 828-775-7510
E-Mail:
Rebecca Wallace rebecca727@me.com
Director
Wildacres Writers Workshop
United States
Phone: 828-775-7510
E-Mail:
Rebecca Wallace rebecca727@me.com
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