Leo & Friends Writing Retreat 2024

King’s College will host the third annual Leo & Friends Writing Retreat on June 7-9, 2024. The event brings together writers of all genres and experience levels for a weekend of writing workshops, review sessions, and open mic readings.

This year, the retreat is open not only to alumni, but to non-alumni as well. 

“While the Retreat began as a King’s College alumni gathering, we are excited to welcome a diverse group of writers to campus,” said Dr. Robin Field, Professor of English at King’s College and retreat board member. “Writers may attend workshops on craft, listen to published authors discuss how to submit creative writing to literary magazines, and share their works-in-progress for feedback and encouragement. ” 

To register, visit alumni.kings.edu/e/leo-s-writing-retreat-2024. Registration is open through May 15, 2024. 

The cost of registration is $135, which includes all meals and sessions. Optional housing on campus is available at $25 per person, per night for a room with a shared bath or $50 per person, per night for a room with a private bath.

“For those writers out there who are craving community, who need to reconnect with their own work, or just want to enjoy some time in the company of friends and fellow writers, this is the retreat for you,” said Samantha Buchernatale, King’s alumna and retreat board member.

The retreat is also accepting proposals for workshops. If you are interested in leading a session, please visit alumni.kings.edu/f/leo-s-writing-retreat-workshop-proposal. 

For more information, contact the Leo’s Writing Retreat Board at
kings.writing.retreat@gmail.com.