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Offerings
Writing Workshops
For the seasoned pro and timid novice alike, wherever you are in the creative process, Words in Play offers instruction on craft, quality feedback, and the motivation and camaraderie inspired by a supportive writing community.
Writing Consultation
Need an editor to review your manuscript draft-by-draft, or perhaps a coach to help you crystalize your ideas? I can help. If you are at a standstill in a project, I can offer techniques to get you to the next stage.
Writing Retreats
Restore to wonder at a writer’s dream escape. Mingle with other writers on the beach, in a secret garden, or at a Tuscan villa . . . our retreats are designed to inspire, ignite, and encourage your craft while nourishing your creative soul.
Hi, I’m Deb
Teacher, writer, mentor, creativity catalyst—I help people discover the joy of writing. Words are playful–they want to sing and dance, climb trees, swim in the ocean, fly like birds. I inspire writers at every level to allow their creative spirits to rise above the blocks, and I show writers how to have fun in the process.
Upcoming Workshops & Retreats
“Italy is a dream that keeps returning for the rest of your life.” ~ Anna Akhmatova. Russian Poet
Next Destination: Tuscany, Italy (Fall 2027)
Get in Touch
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