Writing Workshops In The Sun
May 13, 2008
Are you looking for writing workshops that you can combine with a short break in the sun?
At Absorbing Writing we believe in combing writing with pleasure, which is why our workshops are set in the beautiful Mediterranean island of Sardinia, and take place in the warm (but not searingly hot) sunshine months of April/May and September/October.
Our focus is on teaching you the art of absorbing writing: writing that’s engaging, readable and compelling. Writing that tells your story and expresses your values. Writing that works on the web to promote your business or share your expat adventures.
Our starting point is to get you out of your head and into your senses, absorbing you in the sights and sounds of this beautiful island: wandering the narrow streets , people watching as the sun goes down, the sensual pleasures of pizza making or devouring an exquisite Italian ice-cream…
Oh and then getting you to write your experience of course!
Joanna Young and Emma Bird
Absorbing Writing
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Writing in the morning sun
May 6, 2008
Here in Sardinia, there’s something rather special about the first few days of May.
The heavy winds and rain of April suddenly disappear and in their place are cloudless blue skies and long, sunny days that go on until 9pm.
After months of being trussed up in thick woolies, I can finally pack away my jumpers and coats, safe in the knowledge that they won’t be required for another six months.
This sheedding of layers also has an impact on what and how I write.
I feel lighter. More care-free. Less preoccupied by niggling thoughts. It’s something other people notice, too: readers no longer haver to wade through streams of waffle because my words are more purposeful than they were before.
I wonder what impact being in the Sardinian sunshine will have on your writing?
from Emma in Sardinia
May 2008
Ps - now there are even more courses and locations to choose from. Next week, we’ll be revealing all.
Flickr Credit: Birds by Kaunokainen on Flickr