I only got to go to ICFA for one day (Saturday) but from what I saw, it was pretty decent. I definitely want to attend future events.
I didn't get to all the panels I wanted to go to, but the first one I stepped into was someone doing a paper on trauma in Disney movies. She made a very good point about Arendelle being a very bad place for children (and the most well-adjusted character being the reindeer). Things like that make me want to go back. Plus there was very interesting pool-side conversation about life in general, the conference in specific, and the trauma of posing for a Locus photo shoot. (Apparently there's an alligator involved or a succubus. I never quite figured out which).
Yes, I am in the Locus photo, sitting on the pool's edge in purple skirt and white top. Props to anyone who can point me out. It will be my first appearance in Locus and I will be so tiny, no one will know who I am. @=)
The possibility of a Florida writers retreat is starting to become more and more of an actual thought process instead of a glimmer of an idea. When I broached it to several people, they definitely seemed interested. So now I'm throwing it out to anyone who is reading this blog post. Would you be interested in a writing retreat somewhere in northern / central Florida?
If so, what time of year would you like to attend one?
4 Responses
Writer’s Retreat in FL
Would be very interested in attending, Brandie.
Debbie Viguie
Florida writer’s retreat
Hi,
I live in Florida, and I’m interested, It would depend on the specifics, obviously.
Early in the year might be good, before the big conventions and before it gets super hot.
Best,
Richard
Retreat
Early Oct, after Dragoncon and Worldcon are my best times, but before WorldFantasy (not that I go to all, but the potential for any of them is high.) First two weeks of November, after Halloween much the same. June clears up for me occasionally, too.
Dave
Re: Retreat
Interesting. Keffy suggested early November at Rainforest.
Okay, now I’m getting motivated.