Fiction writers’ retreat (June 2026, BOOKED OUT)

It’s back, but this time there’s more of it.

The Transform Your Writing fiction intensive retreat is back in 2026, but this time over a long weekend – three nights and days of writing, learning, practising, daring, relaxing, and eating.

Next dates for this retreat: 5-8 June 2026

This retreat is booked out.

To put your name on the Wait List, get in touch.

This intensive fiction retreat is fully residential at Continental House, a heritage guesthouse in beautiful Hepburn Springs, Victoria.

Each day features craft masterclasses, writing exercises, activities, and discussion.

We will have our own writing time including Shut Up and Write sessions (writing sprints) together, and you will have time to sit quietly and scribble, read, think or daydream.

You’ll have the chance to read your work aloud at our evening salon if you wish.

When we’re not learning, writing or eating, you can walk in the bush, spot wildlife, book a massage, have a nap, or write/read on the deck or in the library.

The welcome session is on Friday evening before dinner, and the retreat runs through to late afternoon Monday (a public holiday in Victoria).

Read a full outline of the weekend, venue, inclusions, and details.

Payment plan

Next retreat: 5-8 June 2026.

You can pay a deposit to secure your spot, and pay the balance later.

Deposit: $200

Full fee: $1535, including expert tuition, three nights’ accommodation, activities, a morning yoga class, use of all facilities, refreshments and all meals.

If you’d like more information or to be notified of future dates, get in touch.

Read more about the retreat and what we focus on, here.

Got questions? Here are some weekend retreat FAQs.