2025 Write Like a Mother Retreat: Deposit Only
2025 Write Like a Mother Retreat: Deposit Only
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Write and Retreat in Mystical Sedona, Arizona
Scribente Maternum was formed out of a desire to find balance between our children as writing inspiration and their presence as a writing distraction. Our retreats are meant to give all writers who identify as mothers the experiences they so rarely make time for otherwise: mindfulness, community, and simply sitting in stillness. There is power in rest!
We are excited to bring the Scribente Maternum retreat experience to the stunning red rocks of Sedona! The energy in this part of the world is like nothing else. We are eager to find inspiration with you, to explore and be in nature with you, and--of course--to write with you.
Note: This is the page to register with only a $97 deposit. Follow this link to register and receive a discount.
LOCATION
- Sedona in October is the absolute best time of year. The area is emerging from the sweltering summer into the refreshing season of autumn.
- Sedona is also a place of great tranquility and stillness. It is known for its mystical connections and its value for and respect of the outdoors. We are proud to have found local vendors who share Scribente Maternum's world view, and we are eager to introduce them to you as well.
- We will write and retreat at The Nest, a stunning home nestled in the famous red rocks. With ample outdoor space, most of our retreat will be held basking in sunshine or under the stars (pending weather).
- This retreat space will allow us to fully be in retreat together--dining and resting and sharing space together as a community.
- Single- and multiple-occupancy rooms are available. Keep scrolling for all the options!
- We will also gather at three other sites throughout the weekend. All three houses are available for overnight accommodation!
REGISTRATION INCLUDES
- A fully immersive writing retreat experience
- Time & space to write
- The unique and beautiful Scribente Maternum writer-moms community
- Craft & writing-focused sessions with professional writers & teachers
- Mindfulness practices and intentional movement
- All meals and snacks are included!
- Note: lodging is not included in the retreat registration (see below for more details)
AND MORE! REGISTRATION ALSO INCLUDES
- Welcome dinner on Thursday night
- Continental breakfasts (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
- Lunch (Friday & Saturday)
- Group dinners (Friday & Saturday)
- Group celebration and readings (Saturday evening)
- Snacks & non-alcoholic beverages throughout the retreat
- Curated tools & gifts, perfect for every writer-mom
ACCOMMODATIONS
Lodging is not included in the registration fee, however, we offer lodging at an additional cost to attendees.
- A limited number of beds are available at the primary retreat space, most in shared spaces. Both single- and multiple-occupancy options are available.
- Space is also available at two other rental properties close by. We will do one dinner at each of these other two houses.
- If you would like to share a bed with someone, just one of you needs to register for accommodations. Please just send us a message to let us know. And make sure you both register for the retreat!
TRANSPORTATION
- Transportation will be provided from Phoenix Sky Harbor airport to all three rental houses in Sedona on Thursday afternoon. We will leave the airport around 3pm, so plan to arrive accordingly.
- Transportation will be provided from all three rental houses in Sedona to the Phoenix Sky Harbor airport on Sunday morning. Note that this is approximately a two-hour drive, so book flights accordingly. We can also recommend lodging in Phoenix for Sunday night.
- Transportation will be provided throughout the weekend among the three rental houses.
TENTATIVE RETREAT SCHEDULE (All events are at House 1 unless noted; schedule subject to change)
Thursday, October 23
- 5:00-8:00pm: Welcome dinner at House 3 (included)
Friday, October 24
- 8:30-9:00am: Breakfast and coffee (included; provided at The Nest)
- 9:00-9:30am: Welcome and introductions from Scribente Maternum cofounders
- 9:30-10:00am: Opening movement and centering
- 10:00-11:00: Large group introductions and time to meet small groups
- 11:00am-12:30pm: Generative writing workshop
- 12:30-1:30pm: Lunch (included)
- 1:30-2:30pm: Small groups
- 2:30-5:00pm: More time with groups, plus time to write, hike, sleep, or just be still
- 5:00-5:30pm: Group photo and close-of-day
- 6:00: Group dinner at House 2 (included)
Saturday, October 25
- 8:30-9:00am: Breakfast and coffee (included; provided at The Nest)
- 9:00-10:00am: Morning movement and mindfulness
- 10:00-11:30am: Writing workshop
- 11:30am-12pm (or through lunch if desired): Small groups
- 12:00-1:00pm: Lunch (included)
- 1:00-3:30pm: More time with small groups, plus more time to write, be in community, take another hike, or catch another nap
- 3:30-4:30pm: Optional experiential writing while hiking through the Red Rocks
- 5:00-5:30pm: Large group closing
- 6:00pm: Celebratory group dinner & readings (included)
Sunday, October 26
- 10:00am: Shuttle departs for Phoenix airport
SCENES FROM RETREATS
Learn from award-winning writers and teachers, certain to be your springboard to some serious writing. With snacks. Always with plenty of snacks.
Connection in small groups means accountability throughout your writing retreat, plus life-long friendships and writing partners.
Movement--whatever that means to you--is central to every Write Like a Mother retreat.
Mothers with stories to share. Mothers who no longer have to walk the roads of writing or mothering alone. Mothers who understand how vital it is for the two words to connect. This is Scibente Maternum.
INVESTMENT
- The Write Like a Mother retreat was completely sold out months in advance last year. And we are offering far fewer spaces this year. Book early!
- New this year! Pay in three installments! Pay only your nonrefundable $97 deposit today to hold your spot. Then, submit a second payment by June 1 and the balance by August 1. Follow the links in your confirmation email. We will also send you a reminder a week before each installment is due. Bonus: all pricing tier discounts below still apply!
- Or make just one payment and save! Follow this link to register fully at a discounted rate.
- Super early-bird rate: $897 (until May 1, 2025, or while supplies last) if paid in full, or $97 plus two installments of $425 each. This tier is sold out!
- Early-bird rate: $997 (until July 1, 2025, or while supplies last) if paid in full, or $97 plus two installments of $475 each.
- Standard rate: $1097 (until October 1, 2025, or while supplies last) if paid in full, or $97 plus two installments of $525 each.
- We are pleased to offer a $100 discount to all BIPOC writer-moms. Use code save100 at checkout.
- We know retreats are necessary for everyone, but are not always possible. We offer a "You Deserve to Be Here" fund, supported by generous sponsors and our own retreat participants. Apply for full or partial retreat funding here.
NOTE
- Retreat registration includes a non-refundable deposit of $97; retreat registrations are transferrable up to ten days before the event.
- Retreat registration does not include lodging.
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Most hotels in Sedona in October start at $300/night or more, plus taxes and fees. We are thrilled to be able to offer these options. Not only will they help us fully retreat together as a writer-mom community, but they are also much more cost-effective than a hotel (while also being way more comfortable and luxurious). Win-win!
With a variety of pricing options available, we hope there is something here for you. Please reach out if you'd like to discuss a payment plan or other housing options. We're here to help!
Check out the previews of each space below. To protect participants' privacy, more specific information (including links to book) will only be sent upon retreat registration. Please reach out with specific questions about any of the spaces. We're happy to help with that too!
House 1 (Main retreat space): $125-$250/night (all taxes and fees included)
House 1 options: write and retreat on-site
- 1 shared bunk room with shared bath, 1 shared room with shared bath, 1 semi-private room with shared bath, and 1 private room with private bath and private balcony
- 9 beds (including 2 bunk beds)
- 4 total bathrooms (3 with a shower)
House 2: $150-$250/night (all taxes and fees included) SOLD OUT
House 2 options: smaller space means more privacy
- 1 shared room with shared bath, 1 semi-private room with shared bath, and 1 private room with private bath and private patio
- 2 total bathrooms (both with a shower)
House 3: $150-$250/night (all taxes and fees included)
House 3 options: privacy and spaciousness, a 15-minute walk to the main retreat
- 2 shared rooms with shared baths, 2 private rooms with a shared bath, 1 private room with a private bath.
- 4 total bathrooms (3 with a shower)
Location
The Nest, Sedona, Arizona 86351