Press
‘This is no ordinary writing masterclass... we’re receiving instruction over the four-day retreat from a quartet of terrifyingly well-qualified editors… For those hoping to forge a writing career, these women are the dream combination.’
— Mariella Frostrup, The Times
‘Constructive criticism, as these editors know after years of hands-on-experience with writers, is the most valuable lesson of all... I found the energy and creativity unleashed by being part of the group – debating, working, playing and writing together – to be a revelation.’
— Catherine Fairweather, Financial Times
‘Perhaps unsurprisingly given the expertise and connections of its founders, this relatively new venture already has an extraordinary buzz… I found the course acted as a complete mental reset. Not many holidays leave one feeling calmer and happier months later, but here I am, still writing my morning pages and finding them illuminating.’
— Lydia Slater, Harper’s Bazaar
‘“Book camps” in Marrakech help budding authors unlock their literary aspirations… with combined experience in writing, book publishing and editing, teaching and literary talent broking, the founders offer a 360-degree approach.’
— HTSI, Financial Times
‘Each time the feedback is detailed and constructive. Pringle, Khan and von Tunzelmann do not always agree – opinion is, of course, subjective – but they are always empathetic and inspiring… Nourished in both body and mind by the soil and sunshine of Morocco, we gather on our final day… I leave Marrakech feeling exhausted but exhilarated.’
— Victoria Burrows, South China Morning Post
‘Guiding the group were three figures who knew the weight of a well-told story… this trio mentored the group through the delicate art of shaping, refining, and distilling a story until it rang clear and true – a process that thrived in a setting where quiet magic, stillness, and inspiration worked in harmony… Silk Road Slippers is the masterclass that gets aspiring writers published.’
— Sarah Khalil, The New Arab
‘Enter Silk Road Slippers Masterclasses. Not only is the location spectacular, but the teaching, led by a team of impeccably credentialled women… is also. All bring to the table, alongside creative coaching, deep practical insights into the workings of the publishing world, another aspect that sets Silk Road Slippers Masterclasses apart from other writing retreats.’
— OutThere
‘Much more rewarding than throwing a party.’
— Condé Nast Traveller
‘The moral is you’re never too old to hit the Silk Road!’
— The Oldie