2026 Writers & Publishing Events

Our events focus on the publishing side and are not about the writing part of becoming a published author – that can be a crowded space of people offering services. Our unique focus is in answering the common “Now What?” question writers often ask us:  “My book is written, now what do I do?”

USA RETREAT – Fall 2026

We are currently looking at holding our first USA event in October 2026.  It will likely follow the same format as the South African “Inclusive Workshop” but we are open to other ideas, including an early July “publishing camp” where people can bring their motorhomes or travel trailers (or stay in local motels) and spend time focused on writing and publishing… s’mores anyone!  

Let us know if you have ideas and/or are interested via the Contact Form

In the meantime consider joining the Mentorship Programme

SOUTH AFRICA 2026

This is our first annual Writers and Publishing events in South Africa and based on the feedback we already have from people we discussed the idea with, these two events could fill up quickly.

Take 3 days (Wednesday evening through Saturday morning) to focus on your creative journey to becoming a published author, meet others on the same journey, and have time to talk with the editors, graphic and cover designers, marketing experts, authors and the PMB South Africa team.

• combined morning sessions
• morning and afternoon seminars on different topics
• networking times
• q&a sessions, inc, with published authors
• daytime catering & drinks included
• a small exhibitor area may be available
• all sessions will be in spoken English

EXCLUSIVE RETREAT – May 13th to 16th, 2026

Volmoed Retreat Centre, Hermanus, Western Cape

Maximum 50 people (minimum 30 needed to run the retreat

More intimate and accessible time as most/all will be living on site together

Cost: R5000 (tbc)

More details on the event website as they are finalised, including the draft schedule

INCLUSIVE WORKSHOP – May 20th to 23rd, 2026

Oasis Centre, Bredell, Kempton Park, Gauteng

Maximum 100 people (minimum 50 needed to run the event

Sessions from Wednesday evening to Saturday lunchtime, with evenings free

No accommodation included

Cost: R3000 (tbc)

More details on the event website as they are finalised, including the draft schedule

We’re keeping the costs down for both locations to support ZA authors and the creative community.  The sessions will be recorded (audio and video) to allow delegates to re listen to sessions again.

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