The Writer's Hotel Workroom 5: Five full manuscript readings by two editors
Overview
The Writer's Hotel Workroom 5 is a virtual, one-on-one program designed for writers seeking sustained editorial engagement with their manuscripts. Over a fourteen-month period, participants receive five full manuscript readings by editors Scott Wolven and Shanna McNair, along with five follow-up phone calls and agency referrals. The program is offered in Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry, and Screenplay/Scripts, and is structured to provide iterative, in-depth feedback rather than a single evaluation. The program operates on a first-come, first-serve basis with no deadline, and spots are limited. The cost is $5,000, and applicants must submit up to 5,000 words of prose, 10 pages of poetry, or 15 pages of a Final Draft script, accompanied by a letter of interest describing current projects and explaining why the workroom would be meaningful. All considered applicants are interviewed by phone. This opportunity is best suited for writers who have a complete or near-complete manuscript and are prepared to invest in a long-term editorial relationship. The inclusion of agency referrals suggests a focus on professional development and potential publication or representation. The program's structure emphasizes commitment and readiness to engage with sustained feedback.