![]() ![]() MR: Barbara did a workshop about theme that remains with me six years later. ![]() IWR: Did you have any good take-aways or tips from IWR? That was such a wonderful benefit that I haven’t seen at any other conference or retreat. MR: I didn’t expect to have so much access to the authors outside of workshops. IWR: What was the most unexpected thing about it? That, and taking a picture with Barbara at the top of a frozen waterfall. But the highlight was probably getting to spend so much quality time with writers – whether guest speakers or fellow attendees – and talking about this thing we’re all so passionate about. MR: The workshops were all amazing, particularly the ones led by Barbara Kingsolver, as she’s one of my very favorite authors. This was the perfect opportunity and the best surprise gift ever. Our youngest son was just old enough for me to travel, we were between posts in the Foreign Service, and I really wanted some time to focus on writing. Mara Rutherford (MA): I didn’t exactly choose to attend IWR 2015, though once I saw that Barbara Kingsolver was the on faculty, I absolutely wanted to! My husband surprised me with the trip thanks to a major hint from my twin sister. Iceland Writers Retreat (IWR): When and why did you choose to attend IWR? ![]() This month, we spoke with Mara about IWR, her writing career, and tips she learned in Reykjavik that uses in her work today. Since then, she’s published three books and has two more under contract. Mara Rutherford attended the 2015 Iceland Writers Retreat. ![]()
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