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Published: Fri, 07/04/25

Updated: Fri, 07/04/25

Imagine having a whole week of quiet, peaceful, distraction-free time.

No kids. No dishes. No laundry. No Zoom meetings.

Space to focus on an important project—like your book, that program you want to develop, or your business plan for the year ahead.

And, while you work on your writing project, imagine having healthy meals ... daily yoga and fitness classes ... a guided meditation and sound bath ... sparkling pool and jacuzzi ... expansive ocean views ... whale watching ... a stroll through the Kona Cloud Forest ... and other experiences to fuel you and get the inspiration flowing.

The perfect setting to declutter your mind, do your best work, get some writing done, and start the New Year on a powerful note.

The Hawaii Writing Retreat (January 8-14, 2026) is almost sold out.

I have two bedrooms left.

Maybe one of them is meant for you.

Look at this brochure for all the details: how much it costs, what's included, and more.

To reserve one of the remaining rooms, fill out this registration form.

Want to come, but don't want to pay the full amount right now?

When you register, select the option to "pay $1,000 now and pay the rest later."

What’s Included

Accommodation for 6 nights and 7 days (January 8-14, 2026)
Private bedroom and private bathroom at Amaui Villas, a 5-star property
Airport pick up and drop off (no need to rent a car!)
All meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and beverages
Daily yoga and fitness classes
Daily housekeeping services
Pool, jacuzzi, fitness center, and other amenities
Welcome gift
Fresh flowers in your room
90-min full-body massage
Sound bath experience
Excursions including walks and whale watching
All tips/gratuities for the retreat staff
Connections with inspiring, accomplished professionals
Daily writing prompts to spark creativity
1-1 time to discuss your project and get input
Co-working time after the retreat to keep the momentum going
Quiet time and space to work on your project in a gorgeous setting

About Your Retreat Host

Alexandra Franzen (that's me!) is an award-winning editor, writer, and creator of more than 10 books, journals, and card decks. She collaborates with top publishers like Penguin Random House and Chronicle, and has been featured in The Atlantic, The Los Angeles Times, The New York Times Small Business Blog, Fast Company, and Forbes.

In addition to writing her own books, she works with a small number of clients each year as a writing partner. She helps her clients get publishing deals and create powerful books that change readers' lives.

Client projects include Rich Relationships by Selena Soo (Los Angeles Times and USA Today Bestseller) Unicorn Team by Jen Kem (USA Today National Bestseller), We Should All Be Millionaires by Rachel Rodgers (Wall Street Journal Bestseller), Your Next Level Life by Karen Arrington (NAACP Image Award, Outstanding Instructional Literary Work), and many more.

Alexandra deleted all of her social media accounts 10 years ago. She writes a newsletter (named one of the "14 Newsletters You Need in Your Inbox" by Brit+Co) where she shares writing tips and inspiring stories.

Start the New Year in paradise.

Step away from your usual routine and all the demands at home.

Enjoy nutritious food, movement, and deep rest.

Recharge your battery for the big year ahead.

Leave feeling accomplished ("I got so much writing done!"), calm, and refreshed.

See you in Hawaii!

-Alex

PS. A portion of profits from this retreat go to The Hawaii Community Foundation, supporting important efforts including affordable housing and ongoing recovery from the Lahaina fires. By attending, you're doing something wonderful for yourself and giving back. Win-win.

PPS. Not able to travel right now? Throw on the Hawaii Writing Retreat playlist, light a candle, open a fresh notebook, and create your own retreat at home.

PPPS. This will be my 11th time leading a retreat in Hawaii! To all the beautiful people who attended previous retreats: thank you. To those who are returning for a second, third, or fourth retreat, I'm delighted to see you again.

PPPPS. Questions? Email hello@alexandrafranzen.com

PO BOX 1505
Kapaau HI 96755
USA

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