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Ironed Words Writing Retreat

by Ironed Words Productions

Escape your distractions. Get your writing done.

Registration $750

Get the super early-bird discount ($500) for acceptances through October 31, 2026

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Fri., Jan. 23 to Sun., Jan. 25, 2027

Spark by Hilton

in Washington, Pennsylvania

Two Days, Two Nights

of writing, feedback, and fun

via Ironed Words Productions, LLC

FIVE SPOTS LEFT!

Hello, ambitious writer! Do distractions at home keep you from making progress on your WIP? Perhaps you've considered a writing retreat to get a chunk of work done.

Writing retreats in far-flung, tropical destinations or in major metropolitan settings in the U.S. or abroad can look tempting, but they might not be practical for you. Maybe you're also dreading the hassle of flying across the country or across an ocean.

If this sounds like you, check out the Ironed Words Writing Retreat in southwestern Pennsylvania for a more reasonable and feasible option.

HQ Hotel: Spark by Hilton

245 Meadowlands Blvd, Washington, PA, 15301, US

Write in the comfort and quiet of your own hotel room in historic Washington, Pennsylvania, just a half hour south of Pittsburgh.

Maria Simbra

Award-winning author and journalist

Director and Principal, Ironed Words Production, LLC

Led by Maria Simbra, director and principal of Ironed Words Productions.
Authors of all genres are welcome! Come if you write fiction! Come if you write nonfiction!
You'll get FIVE dedicated writing sessions and FIVE discussion sessions with the group.
Maximum enrollment is FIVE to keep the discussions intimate and supportive.
Registration includes your accommodations, WiFi, and hotel breakfast.
Dinners on Friday and Saturday evenings and lunch on Saturday are included. Notable local authors will be joining the group to meet you and answer your questions.
You will also receive a 30-minute virtual consultation with the retreat director before and after the retreat. You will also have an optional 30-minute consultation during the retreat itself.
Fly into Pittsburgh International Airport, or drive in from central and eastern Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, Maryland, or New York.
Meet in Washington, Pennsylvania, just down the street from the Hollywood Casino and the Tanger Outlets for your pre- and post-retreat entertainment.