Calle de Loreto #15, Centro, San Miguel de Allende, Gto., Mexico
Between CFE & the Artisan’s Market, to the left of the Mercado Ignacio Ramirez. Parking Available.
Pay now to reserve a place, or pay at the door.
Inquire about a discount for workshop volunteers here.
Warm Up
Use one of the provided writing prompts or pursue a personal project during the free writing period.
Introductions, Announcements, & Practice Pitches
Say your name, tell where you hale from/live, and indicate your main literary interest/s.
If you are writing for publication, try your hand at a 30-second elevator pitch.
Words! Words! Words!
A local or visiting writer, agent, or editor gives a presentation on writing technique, publishing, or the writing life.
See the list of scheduled presentations on the San Miguel Workshop Facebook page.
The schedule may change to accommodate visiting VIP presenters. Submit presentation proposals here.
Snack, Sip, & Socialize
During the break, check out the authors’ table, where participants display & sell their publications & writing services.
Vendors: Please bring your own receipts, change, a pen, etc. Please keep your eye on your materials.
Sharing
Read a piece you have written, or have someone else read it for you.
For hands-on editing help, bring 8-10 printed copies to distribute.
10 minutes maximum per read.
Participants provide feedback on request.
Caring
Solicit feedback, ideas, resources, & solutions for a specific writing issue, dilemma, question, or problem.
5 minutes maximum to present an issue.
Comida, Anyone?*
Network with other participants at the optional post-workshop lunch at the La Quinta Restaurant.
* Not included in the workshop fee.
Network with other participants at the optional post-workshop lunch at the La Quinta Restaurant. (Not included in the workshop fee.)