She Writes Brave: From Idea to Outline

Schedule

Thu, 23 Oct, 2025 at 04:30 pm to Sat, 25 Oct, 2025 at 05:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

160 Campau Cir NW | Grand Rapids, MI

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She Writes Brave is a sacred writing retreat designed for women just like you—women with a God-given story, a heart full of purpose.
About this Event

She Writes Brave: From Idea to Outline

Join a small group of women who are serious about getting their book written. This boutique writing retreat is filled with expert training, hands-on workshops and writing sessions, with coaching to get your project going.

In this powerful 2 and a half-day experience, you will:

✔ Uncover the message God has placed inside you and start your manuscript

✔ Break free from fear, perfectionism, and overwhelm and start writing

✔ Learn exactly how to go from idea to outline as you write your 1st outline draft

✔ Get coaching, clarity, and practical tools to finally begin your book

✔ Write alongside a community of BraveHearted women who are ready to rise and write their story

Whether your story is one of survival, faith, wisdom, or transformation, it’s time to stop putting it off. You’re not just called to write. You’re called to impact lives.

Join award-winning author, coach, and speaker Dawn Scott Damon for this unforgettable writing journey.


Attention: Due to the "Boutique" nature of this event, registration is LIMITED. This provides an intimate setting for brave beginners ready to write. Register Today!


SCHEDULE:

Thursday Evening

Registration 4:30

Welcome and Intros

Opening Session

Dinner / Special Guest Speaker

Friday Doors Open at 8:00

Session 1:: Starting out Write – Go from Concept to Clarity. In this session, you will begin the development process as you learn the ABCs of writing your story. Design and formulate your manuscript.

Work Session to follow

Session 2: Sparkle Up with Words, Titles, and Table of ContentsCreate a working outline and table of contents for your manuscript, guiding you in the writing process. PLUS learn how the right words give your book pizazz and sparkle.

Work Session to follow

LUNCH On Your Own

Session 3: Shirt-Grabbing Hook – Learn to start a chapter in a way that captures your reader's attention, making your book a “can’t put it down” read!

Workshop Exercise to follow

Session 4: Showing Up – Find Your Writing Rhythm. In this session, we will share the secrets to writing and writing well. Understand how writing rhythms develop resilience, grow your writing confidence, and establish your writing voice.

Saturday Doors Open at 8:30

Session 1: Golden Rule in Writing – Write for the reader. WIIFM

Learn to write your story with a specific reader in mind. And remember the Golden Rule- Write for the reader! What will they get for reading? How will they grow, transform, and learn? In this session, we will share the secrets to writing and writing well.

Work Session

Session 2: Getting Published – Learn the various ways and formats to publish your book.

Ebooks, KindleHow will they grow, transform, and learn?, PDF, Print on Demand, Paperback.

Q and A to Follow

Session 3: Grow Your Platform – Learn how to create a social media platform to promote, market, and sell your book.

Session 4 Writing and AI- Is it ethical to use Artificial Intelligence in writing? We will discuss the issue and share best practices.


Location: 160 Campau Cir NW


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This is for YOU!
Because your voice matters. Your story heals.
And it’s time to write it down.
Even if you've never written.. You can get started this weekend!
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Where is it happening?

160 Campau Cir NW, 160 Campau Circle Northwest, Grand Rapids, United States

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Tickets

USD 267.54

Dawn Damon Ministries

Host or Publisher Dawn Damon Ministries

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