Dear Reader,
We met at a writing retreat.
Both of us had carved out the time, showed up with projects in progress, and left with something unexpected: not just momentum, but inspiration. Real connection. That retreat changed a lot for us.
It also got us dreaming.
We had both experienced the power of stepping away from real life to focus on story. But we also saw what most retreats were missing: real time to write and the kind of quiet, beautiful space where creative breakthroughs actually happen.
What if we could take the best parts of that experience—and elevate it? What if there was a retreat that gave writers space to think, time to write, and access to mentors who really understood the craft?
That’s what inspired us to create Ignite the Spark Retreats.
We wanted to build a retreat that would support writers the way they should be supported—especially screenwriters and playwrights. Writers who are serious about the work. Writers who are ready for clarity, not just motivation.
This October, that vision becomes real.
The Ignite the Spark Concept and Development Retreat is designed specifically for screenwriters and playwrights. Whether you’re working on a brand-new idea or reshaping a script you’ve been stuck on, this retreat helps you move from “maybe” to “ready.”
And it’s not a conference or a hotel ballroom event.
It’s five nights on a historic Scottish estate.
A team of mentors who’ve worked in film, TV, and theatre.
Dedicated time every day to actually write.
And yes—one-on-one meetings with every single mentor.
Because sometimes, the thing your story needs most…
is space to be heard.
✍️ Why It Works (Especially for Writers Like You)
Screenwriters and playwrights spend a lot of time thinking alone. A lot of second-guessing. A lot of false starts. At a retreat, you have the structure, feedback, and momentum to push past that stuck point and get your idea working on the page.
You’ll leave this retreat with:
- A stronger story concept you believe in
- A logline you can pitch with confidence
- Mentor feedback from professionals who’ve been there
- And a deeper connection to your own voice as a writer
You don’t need a full draft to join us. You just need a spark.
🏰 Where It Happens
We’ll be staying at Dunskey Estate on Scotland’s west coast—a privately owned Edwardian estate surrounded by gardens, walking trails, cliffs, and sea. Meals are chef-prepared, rooms are cozy and private, and the entire space is built for restoration and creativity.
You’ll have plenty of time to think, explore, and write without distraction.
📅 October 2025
📍 Dunskey Estate, Scotland
🎟️ Registration is open until September 15
Just a few spots remain...
This is the moment you give your story what it really needs:
Time. Space. Expert support. And a little bit of magic.
Warmly,
✍️ Robin and John
https://www.ignitethesparkretreats.com/
