Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh Nov 28, 2019 (Issuewire.com) - Kangra Valley Writer’s Retreat held its second session from 22-25 November 2019 and brought together writers to spend three nights and four days in the mesmerizing and serene venue of Kangra Valley - Udechee Huts. With its absolutely stunning and inspiring views, it offered an inspirational venue for participants of Kangra Valley Writer’s Retreat, a closed-door event organized by a portal for writers, TheWriteScene.com. The retreat was a residential program for three nights and four days where aspiring writers get to brainstorm their ideas amidst a breathtaking environment.
The retreaters got a chance to escape the stress of their daily life and live in an individual hut surrounded by the mesmerizing views of the Dhauladhar range of Himalayas. This is a unique retreat, first of its kind in India, in which, we provide six exclusive hours a day for writing and engaging interactions with published authors, literary agents and commissioning editors of International publishers.
‘This is our second session, the first one was very warmly received in March this year. For this session, we have provided 70% sponsorship to one writer and would sponsor more writers for our next retreat in March 2020. I would also praise Yaduraj, owner of Udechee Huts for supporting us from day one. I am delighted that we are offering the best to our participants,’ said Deeba Salim Irfan, curator of the retreat who is an author and an award-winning poet. Her next novel is due for release in the first quarter of 2020 by LiFi publishers.
This retreat was an eclectic experience combining quality writing time, insightful feedback and interactive sessions with industry stalwarts, the spirit of nature, the craft of the locals along with delicious Indian food.
‘I am delighted to return after an engagement session we had in March, this is a great concept by The Write Scene, and I had a great time interacting with aspiring writers. It’s encouraging for editors and publishers to see that people want to write more and want to get published. I am sure the discussions we had will work as stimuli to bring out something more meaningful, and writers should be looking forward to more such events!’ said Premanka Goswami, Sr. Commissioning Editor of Penguin Publishers who also provided one-on-one feedback to participants and brainstormed ideas with them was all praise for the initiative. He is the Editor of India’s dearly loved Author - ‘Ruskin Bond’ who is adored by children and adults alike. He is also the Editor of A.K.Ramanujan, Girish Karnad, and many celebrity authors. He is a music enthusiast and a lover of all things ‘words’. He was named ‘Editor of the Year’ for 2019 by Publisher’s Next Magazine.
Premanka gave pointers to increase the chances of getting a publishing contract, and a larger picture of what are Indian publishers are publishing and Deeba Salim Irfan took sessions on 'How to build your author brand, a session on ‘Story’ vs. ‘Plot’ and creative meditation.
For getting partly sponsored for the next retreat in March 2020, please write on retreat@thewritescene.com.
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