I didn’t watch any movies this week. I just got back from an eight-hour drive to New Orleans for a week-long writer’s retreat. It was the ultimate creative refresh. I actually finished a book, and got more editing and rewriting progress done on the second Tootsie book!
I stayed with a group of other writers in a old, rustic French-style bed and breakfast. We networked, socialized, played games, and of course, got a lot of writing done. I love writer retreats. I always get inspired once it’s all over.
It was nice to see the city again. I haven’t been back in several years. I didn’t do much sightseeing, unlike the other writers in the group, but I did try out some of the local cuisines. I have a newfound love for boudin sausage, and now I want to learn how to make my own.
New Orleans has a darker side, which makes for a great noir story setting. I already have some ideas brewing for the fourth Tootsie book. It will most likely be this year’s NaNoWriMo project.
Congratulations on finishing your book!
New Orleans is such an interesting location.
Wishing you a great reading week
Thanks so much! It was a really amazing experience. Have a great week!
The retreat sounds very nice! Glad you had a good time. I think it would be such a wonderful, rich setting for a book. 🙂
I had a great time! New Orleans has a lot of rich history and culture. Perfect for a book!
Congratulations on a satisfying writers’ retreat! Sounds like a great experience.
Thank you so much. I feel so refreshed!
That retreat sounds amazing! So glad you got to go! And you finished a book! Awesome!
Thanks! Yes, it was my most productive week in a long time.
Oh hey! You were there with Charity! How awesome. 🙂
Yes! She was awesome to meet in person! Everyone was great! You should come next time 🙂