Welcome to the Book Doctor® Writing Holidays
Free Your Creativity, Write a Book and Get it Published
“I was lucky enough to go on Philippa’s wonderful writing and yoga retreat in Turkey a few years ago . . . I’m now a full-time author and it’s been a dream come true”
“The course was fantastic: packed with wonderful insights
and amazing exercises which were a joy to complete”
NEXT HOLIDAY:
THE LAGOON, HUZUR VADISI, 20-27 September, 2025
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The Book Doctor Writing holiday above Turkey's glorious Turquoise Coast
WRITE AWAY!
Philippa Pride, experienced book editor, writing tutor and certified NLP Life Coach, has created a very special course that combines inspirational exercises for getting into the writing flow with advice for structuring your book and professional tips for getting published.
Imagine combining a writing course with a wonderful holiday in a beautiful location. Treat yourself to time – time to write and to let your ideas emerge. It is the perfect opportunity to spark your creativity, start and develop your book. Philippa believes that participants writing flourishes away from the everyday. Here Philippa can create a safe and nurturing environment where writers enjoy bonding and sharing their ideas.
Whether you only have the seeds of an idea or are forging ahead on your second book, the course will give you everything you need for the next step of your writing journey. It will cover questions such as: ‘How do I get started, overcome block and find time to write?’ ‘What are the elements of a great story?’ ‘What are publishers looking for?’ and ‘How do I revise my chapters?’.
The creative writing course is designed for anyone with a story to tell – fiction, non-fiction or ‘I don’t yet know’!
CREATIVE WRITING COURSE WITH A BONUS MORNING SESSION OF YOGA
On this unique week, and following the great success of the last few years, Philippa is teaming up again with her good friends Ken Eyerman and his wife Emily. As well as two daily creative writing sessions, guests can attend a session of yoga with Ken before breakfast.
Morning writing session: this will be a fun, creative, nourishing session - opening to those on full writing course, and also those on full yoga course.
Afternoons writing session: this will be exclusive to those on the full writing course.
“Philippa takes publishing expertise, coaching excellence and pure passion and weaves them into an informative, energising and inspiring week.”
Location
Philippa has chosen an inspirational location for nurturing your writing talent. The retreat is located in an elevated position in a forested conservation area overlooking the Sülüngür Lagoon with spectacular views across the beautiful Dalyan delta. It is run by wonderful and informative hosts who have become close friends over the twenty years she has been going to Turkey.
Breakfast and supper is included in the price of the holiday, with delicious home cooked vegetarian food.
“Philippa has a true talent for unlocking the hidden writer within you. Her unique approach means that you are sure to leave feeling truly inspired”
“I just write for fun, so it was a real step out of my comfort zone to go on not just a holiday but a writing Holiday! In the mountains in Turkey! With a bunch of strangers! From the start Philippa assayed my fears and encouraged me to take a small step into the unknown. It was a holiday I will not forget. Inspirational, relaxing and truly life changing in many ways. The course was well run and I never felt out of my depth. In a shaded kosk in Turkey I found me – a writer that could make people smile.”
For further information and details of how the writing holiday is structured please see the FAQ section or Contact me
Course Content
There will be two classes on most days - 1hr 30 to 2 hours in the morning and 1hr 30 in the afternoons, leaving you time between to write, complete optional homework or just rest, relax and have fun. The morning workshop is designed to free your creativity, boost your confidence and develop your writing skills. The afternoon workshop will be tailor-made for the group, helping individuals on the next step of their writing journey.
Please note that the course is not appropriate for
The course will comprise the following:
Exercises for creativity - enjoy the writing process
How to access your ideas
Get started, keep going, take stock
Turn setbacks into advantages
How to become fully present – get into the flow state
Overcome obstacles and switch off your inner critic
Painting and dancing with words
Visualisations – the magic of imagery and metaphor
Find your unique voice
Become the hero of your writer’s journey
Nature writing
Tips for writing – build & develop a toolbox
What makes good story – how to shape your book
Create narrative drive and keep those pages turning
Set goals and a writing schedule to suit your life
Structure your book - the benefits of a chapter breakdown
Move from concept to final draft
Plot, empathetic characters, dialogue, description
Modelling on successful strategies
An insider’s view of publishing – stepping stones for your goodie bags
How to present and submit your script
How to approach an agent or publisher
Understand the publishing process and basic legal matters
Discover what editors are looking for
Enjoy working with the Publicity, Marketing and Sales departments
Build your writing identity – how to keep growing book to book
Yoga Bonus
On this unique week, I’m teaming up with my good friend Ken Eyerman. As well as two sessions of writing on most days, included in the price is a daily class of morning yoga which is wonderful both for stretching your limbs and opening your creative mind! It’s suitable for all participants, beginners and experienced.
Prices and Details
Course, meals and accommodation
.PRICES PER PERSON:
• Twin/Double shared ensuite room, £995 pp
• Single ensuite room (limited availability), from £1195 pp for smallest room
We require a non-refundable deposit payment of £300 to confirm your space.
Please note that flights, travel insurance and transfers are not included in the prices.
It is a condition of booking that you have the appropriate travel insurance to cover all eventualities, including medical and cancellation for any reason
If you want to bring a partner who does not want to participate in either the writing or the yoga please enquire.
SUITABLE FOR: Writers at any stage in the process - whether you have the seeds of an idea or have starte writing. NOT SUITABLE FOR: Published writers or writing tutors
For more information about the writing course please see www.thebookdoctor.co.uk or contact Philippa at philippa_pride@yahoo.co.uk – 07710 672318
Travel and transfers, T&Cs
Please note that flights and transfers are not included in the price.
There are plenty of flights to Dalaman and we can help advise you on times and help to organise your transfer.
For more information about travel and VISAS please visit http://www.huzurvadisi.com/travel.htm
T&Cs apply - it is a condition of booking the holiday that you have the appropriate insurance, and agree to the T&Cs at https://huzurvadisi.com/terms-and-conditions/
FAQ’S
I am coming on my own but would like to share spacious room?
Over the years we have had many independent travellers who have really enjoyed sharing a room and have become terrific friends. We try to pair up like-minded participants so do give us a little bit of information about yourself, including your age
Who do I book with?
Please do contact me about the writing course direct philippa_pride@yahoo.co.uk initially, and when you are ready to book, please book with Emily on 020 8674 9929 or info@keneyerman.com