2025 SCBWI SoCal Tahquitz MG-YA Writers Retreat

Want to polish your middle grade or young adult novel? Join our four-day small-group intensive writer retreat in idyllic Idyllwild. You’ll be able to hone your craft and polish your manuscript with the guidance of industry professionals. This event includes four critique group sessions lead by an agent or editor, a 1:1 coaching session, and optional paid written critiques. Our faculty include editors Joy Peskin and Agents Hannah Andrade and Kathleen Rushall.