The Family History Writing Studio Virtual Writer’s Retreat

Virtual Writer’s Retreat

A WRITING COURSE FOR TRUE STORIES

– sept 17, 18, 19, 2021 –

Clarity

Get clear on your story and the path to completion.

Creativity

Nurture your creative side, and write entertaining stories. 

Confidence

 Gain self-confidence to set your stories in motion.

Your Ancestors’ Stories Deserve To Be Told.

All family historians should be preserving their research as shareable stories for future generations. You might have considered this before, but often, any number of the following have stood in your way.

  • It’s hard to find time in your busy day
  • You’re overwhelmed by the research
  • No one has given you a plan
  • You don’t have the writing skills
  • The Family History Writing Studio Virtual Retreat delivers everything you need, in one place, over  3 days to learn the techniques of creative nonfiction.  We will spark your creativity, ignite your writing soul and give you the tools to carry on when the weekend is over. 

    We will set you up for success.

    Save Time 

    Cover in 3 days what may take weeks or months on your own.

    Receive Quality Guidance

    Grow with skill development and supportive personal and group coaching.

    Be Inspired 

    Continue writing your story with newfound confidence and motivation.

    All of this, in three days…

    Create A Story Outline

    You will have an understanding of the places your story will go, the ancestor(s) it will cover, and the plot it will follow.

    Learn The Skills

    You will learn creative writing techniques and tools to string together your research with confidence and clarity.

    Receive Coaching

    You will grow your writing confidence by sharing with peers and receiving feedback from your guide.

    Complete a 2000-Word First Draft

    With detailed written feedback you will have a significant starting point and know how to move forward.

    Do This All From Your Home!

    While the rest of the world is hitting pause you will be preserving your legacy. Pajamas optional.

    1. Register

    Join today & receive three days of learning for $230.00

    2. Participate

    Immerse yourself in the learning opportunities.

    3. Write

    Establish your story & leave equipped to write more.

    See what’s in store. The schedule to this intensive 3 day retreat is designed to give you a wealth of information, while still fostering space for creativity and contemplation. This schedule is in accordance with Eastern Standard Time (EST).

    Lynn Palermo will be your motivational coach and guide through this virtual retreat. She’s taught thousands of students over the last 10 years through in-person workshops, online courses and one-on-one coaching sessions. As a genealogist, she knows the struggles family historians face when it comes to turning their research into shareable and entertaining family history stories. Her students find her lessons inspiring and often comment on finding their aha moments. 

    The Virtual Retreat is an intensive three days packed with oodles of good information. It will help you move forward with your own story while learning from your coach, Lynn, and other retreat participants. Everyone’s writing skills are unique, yet our common goal is to have something to share that is enjoyable for others to read. I found the feedback I received extremely helpful. I now know I have three parts to my creative non-fiction book and am almost finished with Part 1. Writing can be lonely, but I’ve benefitted from the community of writers I’ve found in the Retreat who still egg me on to finish! I am so thankful for the time they take from their days to review my work when I contact them, although it’s been months since we attended the sessions together. Go do the Retreat. You’ll learn a lot!

    Ann Ward 

    Lynn’s Virtual Writer’s Retreat helped me to understand ways of developing and improving my family history writing. Opportunities for discussion, in the main group and ‘breakout rooms’ of smaller groups, developed friendships and provided valuable insights into different approaches to writing. I came away with a wealth of ideas and excellent materials that continue to be useful. The experience is very worthwhile and highly recommended to help you progress in your writing.

    Pam Chambers

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    Registration Includes:

    • Access to Recorded Sessions after completion of retreat
    • Virtual coaching sessions throughout the workshop
    • Retreat workbook
    • Detailed written feedback on a 2000-word first draft. 

    Limited Spots Available!

    $230.00 USD

    Retreat Add On Package

    Sort Your Story

    $120.00 US 

    Add On in Your Checkout Cart

    Sort Your Story

           In the following weeks after completing the Virtual Writer’s Retreat, schedule a 50-Minute Zoom coaching session with Lynn to sort your story. You and Lynn will brainstorm your story from beginning to end in addition to touching on various story theme ideas. 

     

           Upon completion of the session Lynn will send you your completed and personalized Family History Story Map as well as a list of theme ideas. 

          This special add on package will give you the confidence and structure to begin writing your ancestor’s story. 

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