This is a creative writing retreat for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer authors who already have, or would like to develop, a writing practice, and who wish to use writing as a way to explore queerness and create community.
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GenreQueer is centered around creative writing exercises and sharings. Our intention is to offer a space for queer authors to develop their craft and find community among like-minded peers. One way that community is created is through sharing and commenting on texts produced at the retreat, as well as working collaboratively.
The retreat does not preclude working on personal projects and longer texts, but that will not be at the core of our practice. However, all authors will have a chance to present their work and projects.
Given that this retreat focuses on creating community through writing, it is addressed both to professional and amateur authors.
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