"Excellent! Engaging, knowledgeable, funny. Walking away with new confidence in my writing and friendships are key. I thought all the info on agents and publishers was SO helpful."

Christine Harris, California

“Our workshop was magical. Thank you hardly seems adequate for such a life-changing experience.”

Kate Anders, London, UK

"I enjoyed the variety. The instructors were very generous and open with their methods and suggestions. It was also a great experience to be in an intimate and friendly setting with other writers. Inspiring!"

Donna Stadler, California, USA

"I met new friends from all over the world and learnt so much as successful writers, publishers and bloggers generously shared their tools, insights and encouragement. As a tentative beginner who was struggling with doubt and self-confidence about my ability, The Art of Writing Retreat was an inspiring and worthwhile experience."

Tina King, Dunsborough, Australia

The teaching was practical, and I liked that all the experience shared was so personal. Good
hands- on strategies and opportunities to speak to authors and publishers for constructive
feedback. I will never forget the Sense of Place class followed by our walk around Florence.

Jennifer Mitchell, Italy

The speakers are so inspiring and encouraging, you feel secure knowing you’re in the hands of people who have ‘made it’ as authors and industry experts. Since returning home, I feel equipped and empowered to write my novel. I cannot recommend this experience enough for any dreaming writer.

Daniella Raffaele, Sydney, Australia

"For anyone who is hesitating... DON'T! If you are struggling to find the words you will find them here and if you already have the words but can't get them in the right order Lisa will sort them and you out. This is a masterclass by a magician, and you owe it to yourself and the writing dream you have always fostered to have the secrets of the page revealed."

Steve Matthews, Author, NSW Australia

"I must say again, what a great course. I've been extolling Lisa’s lecturing virtues. What a great bunch of writers we had!  So interesting, diverse and incredibly funny.  It was a privilege to meet Lisa and the writers.  I considered writing as a bit of a life change. The Art of Writing has spurred me on to greater,
more ambitious plans. It was a privilege to share some of my life stories with these writers."

Helen Garvey, UK

"Few teachers are expert at giving critical insights that could save my
writing from doom.  Others are adept at bringing together a team of
experts that contribute to my understanding so that I can dismantle my own negative writing habits.  But extremely rare is that person who can do both, as Lisa Clifford does so gracefully.  My experience with Art of Writing has changed the way I think and has enabled me to grow as a writer by approaching my subject with entirely new eyes.  Thank you, Lisa!"

Diane Dewey, Switzerland/USA