FAQ's

What experience do I need to have to attend your retreat? No experience necessary, and all are welcome to attend: aspiring, published, or hobbyist. We cater to beginners through advanced writers. Our course concentrates on becoming published authors and launching your career in a remarkable way. However, hobbyists will receive so much value for their journey—and will be so greatly informed if you ever decide to take your hobby into the pro realm! Anyone can write, and we help you take what skills you have and awaken the writer within.  

What do I submit to you before the retreat for our one-on-one?
If you have it, please submit 1-4 pages of your best writing. This gives me great tools to know how to best assist you! If you don’t have one it, I meet you exactly where you’re at and by the time we’re done, you will have this and MORE.  

What if I only have an idea and not a full book outline yet?
Perfect! We work on that here – your beginning, your ending, and sorting out all of the mess in the middle.  

What if I am almost through with my manuscript?
Fantastic! We have had authors who were so grateful they came before they published. Their feedback has been that their books have become deeper, more juicy, and much more powerful than they would have been—PLUS they learned how specifically they wanted to publish and how to get there.  

Will I be done with my book before I leave?
Unless you’re almost done already, the answer is no. It takes much more than one weekend to write and finish a book. However, we DO take years off of your learning curve on writing, pitching, publishing, marketing, and launching your beautiful book! You will be so happy you learned everything you did.  

What if I have no clue how I’m going to publish?
No problem! We stay up on all of the latest trends so you know exactly which directions you can go. You will have your own preference for that decision based on you, your book, your needs, your career, and your desires.  

How many attendees will be there?
A maximum of 20 attendees, since we cater so much to your needs as a writer. We have one special dinner with a keynote where previous attendees are allowed to come and meet and mingle. It’s a wonderful experience.  

What’s so special about this retreat compared to others?
First, this is an immersive experience. Anyone can tell you tools: we fully engage all your senses and creativity! Anyone can guide you, but we teach you to tap into the deepest, most powerful story you have and put THAT on the page. We deliberately create awesome value for your dollar. We’ve had many authors who have taken programs and retreats across the country, and we’re delighted to report that no one does what we do—and that’s why they keep coming back.  

Where do your writers come from?
All over the world! We’ve had people from all across the U.S. attend, and every retreat we have more and more folks from outside the U.S. and Canada join us!  

What transportation options do you recommend to get me from the airport to the cabin?
The closest airport to our venue is Salt Lake City (SLC), about 2 1/2 hours away. We recommend renting a vehicle for your private use. Or let us know if you're interested in carpooling with other retreat attendees. You may feel more comfortable renting a vehicle with 4-wheel-drive for driving in our beautiful Utah canyons, but it is not requisite. 

I’m arriving before Thursday, where should I stay? There are many hotels near the airport or in Salt Lake City that can accommodate you. Please read reviews and make a reservation at one that suits your needs best. National chains will offer more reliable services and comforts.  

Do you have disabled access?
Yes, although for a limited number of participants. If we have a larger group of differently-abled folks, we will pick a special cabin in which to work. All of our cabins come equipped to work with at least one or two differently-abled clients. Please reach out if you have questions about accommodations.

What should I bring with me?
You will be sent a specific list of items to pack. From layered clothing for cool nights and warm days, to writing tools. Follow the list and you’ll be fine.  

Do I have to go outside? Yes. And you will never be so happy you did in all of your writing life!  

I understand your specialty is non-fiction. What if my book is fiction?
Ooh, good question. First, there is some really intensive work we do on you as a writer, regardless of the genre. Second of all, we have special modules for our imaginative fiction authors to enhance your storytelling capabilities, characterization, plot, etc. You are so welcome to come! We will all love to be inspired by you, as well as inspire you to create your best.  

What’s included in this retreat? 

• 1-on-1 session with Bridget
• Delicious, catered food for all of your meals created by our private chef who specializes in whole-food, organic fare
• Comfortable, shared lodging for the entire extended weekend
• Full color writer's manual, journal, and pen
• Dynamic keynote with networking opportunities
• Experiential learning that enhances your writing
• Classes on outlining, writing, publishing, and profitability

What’s your refund policy?
The Inspired Writers Retreat is non-refundable, due to the huge amount of work and investment we make in you. However, with advance notice of EIGHT weeks or more, you can transfer your full amount to any retreat in the next 12 months. Transfers requested eight weeks from the retreat date will be charged a $500 transfer fee. Transfers requested four weeks from the retreat date will be charged a $1000 transfer fee. 

These dates don’t work with my schedule. When is your next retreat?
I host Inspired Writer’s Retreats twice a year. Please check for alternative dates at the top of this webpage!