Hollins U Writer's Retreat

You want to know how a university supports their faculty? They host a Writer's Retreat at the university library and serve them lunch and provide snacks and basically just give them the time and space to simply sit and write. That's exactly what Hollins University did recently, and I was thrilled to take part. I got to sit in a big cumfy chair on the balcony level of the library with an amazing view (below is my view from the left to the right) for a week. And happily, it worked! I wrote over 13,000 words in my book on picture book design that is due to Bloomsbury UK in February 2025! What a gift to be given the opportunity to focus for a solid week. And it's good for everyone involved. I got work done, and when my book is published, it will help make the university look good—a win-win! I hope to participate in the Writers Retreat every year from now on. Thank you, Hollins U!!!