Writers' Retreats

[Frederick Noronha]

Chapter One - Crafting Unforgettable Romantic Stories

Chapter One of Siyahi's Writers’ Retreats, hosted at Raffles Jaipur from 26 May to 2 June 2025, is designed to nurture romance writers in a setting that epitomizes love and grandeur. With its palatial architecture, intricate Mughal-inspired design, and an atmosphere steeped in opulence, Raffles Jaipur provides the perfect backdrop for crafting tales of passion and longing. This 7-day immersive retreat offers an unparalleled opportunity to receive mentorship from celebrated literary figures such as Anuja Chauhan, Karthika VK, and Nona Uppal. With in-depth workshops on plot and character development, personalized one-on-one sessions for guidance on writing, publishing, pitching, and brand building, and the freedom to create within the romantic elegance of Raffles Jaipur, Chapter One is a rare opportunity for writers to shape the next great love story.

https://siyahi.in/writers-retreats-chapter-one/

Chapter Two - The Art of Storytelling
Chapter Two of Siyahi’s Writers’ Retreats, hosted at Padmaa, Jaipur from 16 June to 30 June 2025, is designed to help stories find their voice in a setting where history and creativity intertwine. Nestled in the vibrant bylanes of Jaipur’s bustling, colorful streets, Padmaa is a quiet haven that invites deep contemplation and artistic expression—an inspiring sanctuary where words take shape and narratives unfold. Led by Aanchal Malhotra and Prem Panicker, this 14-day writing and editing retreat is a deep exploration of storytelling techniques—character arcs, world-building, incorporating research, and finding a unique voice—along with precision editing, style, pacing, and reinventing clichés. With masterclasses on the publishing process, personal branding for authors, and crafting the perfect pitch by industry experts Poulomi Chatterjee, Prateek Agarwal, and Mita Kapur, participants will refine their craft, strengthen their manuscripts, and immerse themselves in the creative energy of Padmaa, where every corner whispers a story waiting to be told.

https://siyahi.in/writers-retreats-chapter-two/

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