Getting Your Story On the Page
Signing books at the Time To Fly: Chicago Book Tour Event!
Friends,
On the Time To Fly Book Tour summer 2024, I engaged in countless thought-provoking and inspiring conversations with friends and strangers. I asked, and was asked, a lot of questions–one of the most frequent being:
"Eileen, how did you write the book?"
”How does anyone even write a chapter of a book?”
There’s not a linear answer. And so many of you were also curious about Time To Fly’s behind-the-scenes backstory:
“What was the initial spark that gave you the realization and confidence to believe you had a story to share?”
“How did you find a trusted collaborator who ‘got YOU’ and YOUR voice?”
“What did the book writing process look like and how long did it take?”
The dialogue that grew around the this got me thinking about the creative synergism that pulled me to take the leap, expend the energy in the name of my family’s story, and find the bravery to put it out there.
Q&A at the Time To Fly: Chicago Book Tour Event
First, having been through the experience of starting to journal immediately following the death of Brian, to sitting in Mexico working through the final edits and finding new details still to add, to being with all of you, I realized I could provide some helpful insights.
What was even more exciting about the fact that I had done it–I had brought one of my life’s goals to fruition, despite challenges and doubt–was the fact that so many of you out there believe too, that —- YOU HAVE A STORY TO SHARE!
I felt it. I saw it. You expressed it in a multitude of ways: that same urge that nudged me: You are ready to take the leap; voice your story in a nurturing, sparkling, fun environment; and put it to the page.
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So, here's the exciting news: My incredible co-author, Christine Fadden, and I have been scheming up something special for those of you who supported me on my book tour, and for anyone ready to start organizing and crafting their book in 2025.
Mark your calendars!
Our Creative Passages Writers Retreat is coming on March 1-8, 2025!
Held in Los Cabos, Mexico, this retreat will answer many of your book-writing questions. At the Creative Passages Writers Retreat, we’ll embrace your unique story's power and give you the tools, support, and time to help you turn your writing dreams into pages you can hold in your hands. Beyond writing, we will practice daily yoga, walk the beach, and embark on a journey of self-discovery, rejuvenation, and community.
Why Choose Creative Passages Writers Retreat?
We understand that writing can be both exhilarating and overwhelming, so we have designed our retreat to welcome, motivate, guide, and support you. Whether you're a seasoned wordsmith looking to recharge your creative energy and find the best, new direction for your work-in-progress, or you are someone who has always harbored the dream of writing, but isn't sure how or where to begin, Eileen and Christine, along with a community of other aspiring writers like you, are here for you!
What Can You Expect at Our Retreat?
You’ll join us in a nurturing and distraction-free environment where you can focus entirely on bringing your dreams and ideas to life on the page. Our program includes a variety of engaging and releasing activities:
Workshops: Gain valuable insights and hone your writing skills.
Group Discussions: Share your experiences and connect with fellow writers.
One-on-One Sessions: Receive personalized guidance and feedback from the Time To Fly writer, Christine Fadden.
"Chill Time": Relax and recharge, allowing your creativity to flow.
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At Creative Passages, we understand that writing is more than just stringing words together; it's about camaraderie and vulnerability, risk-taking and visualization, truth and personal growth. Our retreat is designed to help you find the universal threads in your experiences and give voice to all that you're ready to express.
Visit Creative Passages Writers Retreat to learn more and reserve your spot today!
