Iceland Writers Retreat

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The Iceland Writers Retreat is a one-week international event for writers that takes place in Reykjavik, Iceland.

The Iceland Writers Retreat was founded in 2014 by Eliza Reid (Iceland) and Erica Jacobs Green (U.S.).[1]

History[]

The Iceland Writers Retreat (IWR) was founded in 2014 by Eliza Reid, who is currently the First Lady of Iceland, and , of the United States.[2] It has been held annually since 2014 in Reykjavik, Iceland.[3] Iceland is known for its literary tradition,[4] and Reykjavik is the world’s first non-native English speaking UNESCO City of Literature.[5][6] The Iceland Writers Retreat was named one of the world's best writers' retreats in The Sydney Morning Herald.[7] Spring 2016 marked the third annual Iceland Writers Retreat, taking place 13–17 April 2016. The fourth event was hosted from 5–9 April 2017,[8] with the fifth taking place 11-15 April 2018. The sixth annual Retreat is scheduled for 3-7 April, 2019.

Schedule[]

The retreat is an international gathering, bringing together authors from many different countries.[9] The Retreat consists of several small-group writing workshops led by acclaimed authors from around the world.[10] There are opportunities to explore Iceland between workshops, which introduce participants to Iceland's rich literary tradition and beautiful landscapes.[11] The Retreat includes Q & A Panels with all faculty, and social events to allow participants to network with an international group of writers.[12][13]

Funding[]

The retreat's founding sponsor is Icelandair. It is also supported by the Icelandic Ministry of Education, Science and Culture, Reykjavik UNESCO City of Literature, the City of Reykjavik, the , and the Icelandic Literature Center.[14]

Featured authors[]

Icelandic authors who have participated in the IWR through presentations and readings include: Einar Kárason, Ari Trausti Guðmundsson, Ragna Sigurðardóttir, Guðni Th. Jóhannesson, Jónína Leósdóttir, Andri Snær Magnason, Gerður Kristný, Hallgrímur Helgason, , Jón Gnarr, Sigurbjörg Thrastardóttir, and Yrsa Sigurðardóttir.

References[]

  1. ^ "A & S alumna hosts world's top authors at Icelandic retreat — Faculty of Arts & Science". Artsci.utoronto.ca. Retrieved 10 October 2017.
  2. ^ CLARA CHOW. "Land of fire, ice and literature". The Straits Times. Retrieved 10 October 2017.
  3. ^ "Frontpage - Iceland Writers Retreat". Iceland Writers Retreat. Retrieved 10 October 2017.
  4. ^ "Icelandic literature". Encyclopædia Britannica. Retrieved 1 December 2016.
  5. ^ "Reykjavík UNESCO City of Literature". Reykjavík UNESCO City of Literature. Retrieved 10 October 2017.
  6. ^ "A Land Where Writers Are Revered". The Huffington Post. 21 May 2015.
  7. ^ Rachael Oakes-Ash (28 April 2015). "The world's best writers' retreats". Executive Style.
  8. ^ Arnarsdóttir, Eygló Svala (9 November 2016). "Iceland Writers Retreat". Iceland Review. Retrieved 1 December 2016.
  9. ^ "The Ice Palace: Storming the Iceland Writers Retreat". Grubstreet.org. Retrieved 10 October 2017.
  10. ^ "It's Your Book And Your Voice - The Reykjavik Grapevine". The Reykjavik Grapevine.
  11. ^ "Photos". Iceland.is. Retrieved 1 December 2016.
  12. ^ Anita Arneitz (17 October 2016), Iceland Writers Retreat 2016, YouTube, retrieved 1 December 2016
  13. ^ Giardini, Anne. "Eating Carrion at the Icelandic Writers Retreat | Literary Hub". Lithub.com. Retrieved 1 December 2016.
  14. ^ Lisa Gail Shannen. "Iceland Writers Retreat". Reykjavik.com. Retrieved 10 October 2017.

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