Taif Writing Retreat 2025 (Saudi Arabia)

Organised by the Saudi Literature, Publishing and Translation Association, the Taif Writing Retreat is aimed at novelists, providing a calm and inspiring writing environment. Running from 28 November until 4 December 2025, the residency will host 7–10 writers. Each writer will be paired with a literary mentor and undertake a programme of dedicated writing time, workshops, discussion circles and cultural tours to draw on Taif’s culture and heritage.

• At least one published literary work.
• Must be actively working on a novel project during the retreat.
• Writing must align with the novel’s theme.
• Must not have participated in the program before.
• Fulfillment of organisational requirements.
• Pre-registration is required (link at bottom of email).

Taif Writing Retreat will include :

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