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Writing as Renewal

GUATEMALA

A Writing and Living Convivencia in

A restorative gathering for writers, scholars, and thoughtful womyn who are craving time away from the noise and closer to their own voice.

January 2028
Antigua, Guatemala
Limited to 9 participants

What if writing didn’t have to feel like pressure?

Many of us learned to write inside systems shaped by urgency, competition, and constant evaluation.

This retreat imagines something different.
A slower rhythm.
A small circle of thoughtful people.

Dedicated time to write, reflect, and reconnect with the reasons we write in the first place.

In Guatemala — a place that holds deep personal meaning for me — we will gather for a week of writing, conversation, rest, and shared experience.

Not a productivity bootcamp.

A convivencia.

What is Convivencia?

Convivencia is a Spanish word that loosely translates to living together or shared existence.

It is about presence. About conversation. About sharing meals.

About the quiet understanding that something meaningful happens when people gather with intention.

This retreat is designed to create that kind of space.

A small group. Deep conversations.

Moments of solitude and reflection.

And time to write what needs to be written.


What the Experience Will Include

Writing Sessions
Protected time each day to write without interruption, supported by gentle facilitation and reflection.

Meaningful Conversation
Small group dialogue about writing, life, creativity, and the stories we carry.

Rest + Presence
Unstructured time to walk Antigua’s streets, sit in courtyards, or simply breathe.

Cultural Connection
Shared meals, local experiences, and space to experience Guatemala beyond the page.

Antigua is a city where time feels different.

Cobblestone streets.
Bright facades.
Volcanoes rising quietly in the distance.

For me, Guatemala is also personal — the place where I was born and where much of my family still lives.

Hosting this convivencia here feels less like planning an event and more like inviting people into a place that shaped me.

The retreat will take place at a boutique hotel designed for intimacy, beauty, and reflection.

The Setting: Antigua, Guatemala

Who is This For?

This convivencia may be for you if…

You are a womyn writer, scholar, or creative who wants space to think.

You are craving a slower and more intentional relationship with writing.

You are curious about the connection between place, story, and voice.

You want to spend time with thoughtful people who care deeply about language, ideas, and meaning.

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Writing as Renewal: 
A Writing and Living Convivencia in Guatemala
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Developmental Editing faqs

What is a developmental editor?

​Think of a developmental editor as an all-in-one personal mentor, technical editor, and thought partner for your academic project(s) or situation. As a developmental editor, I help guide you in the writing development process and on your academic journey– I will meet you WHEREVER you are, no judgment, only support.

How will we use the hours?

Do you have a sample of a clients writing?

Certainly! I invite you to visit the portfolio of my client’s work here.

Do you do all of the editing work yourself, or do you subcontract to other editors?

I do all of my own editing work - this ensures quality control and assurance that I approach your work with care and integrity. The only exception to this is formatting which my editorial assistant manages.

Does your technical editing include formatting citations?

Yes, and all formatting styles (APA, MLA, Chicago, Harvard, Turabian, etc.) are welcome. 

How do I know if I need a developmental editor?

If you are a doctoral student, post-doc, faculty member, or academic staff person that needs guidance, editing, and/or accountability for a project, dissertation, thesis, manuscript, article, book project, or tenure dossier - a developmental editor is for you.

Do you use AI?

Developmental editing goes well beyond one-time editing assistance.

I’ll make sure that your authorial voice comes to life and that you have a piece of work that you are proud of. 

If you are ready to work with an engaging thought partner, a meticulous editor, and your newest #1 fan, then let’s get started. 

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