Podcast: Jennifer Jacobson: Writing Retreats & Taking Your Creativity to the Next Level

Jun 15, 2019 | Novels, Podcasts

Into the Words PodcastJennifer Jacobson talks about Unworkshopping at Highlights, the Whole Novel workshop, and taking your creativity to the next level.

In this episode, hear George talk to Jennifer about:

  • Immersing yourself into story while you are on retreat
  • How the writing life is enriched by community: people who understand the complexity of writing for children
  • Being a goal-minded person
  • The Whole Novel Workshop: “the caliber of lectures is really high”
  • Writing lots of genres, pushing against boundaries
  • Her fantasy of having her own cabin at Highlights

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