# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Writer's Journey: From Inspiration to Publication - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 08 Nov, 2025 at 01:00 pm – Sat, 08 Nov, 2025 at 05:30 pm - **Event Description**: Join Local Words as we take you from inspiration to publication during an afternoon of creative writing masterclasses.About this EventWelcome to The Writer's Journey: From Inspiration to Publication with Local Words! Join us at Neutra House Conference Center in Los Altos on November 8, 2025 from 1:00 - 5:30PM (Pacific Time) for an exciting exploration of the writing process. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone looking to dive into the world of writing. Learn about finding inspiration, crafting your story, and navigating the publishing industry. Check out our agenda below to learn more about each instructor and masterclass.We'll have snacks, swag, and the opportunity to network with your fellow writers. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/6edd3d70-a366-11f0-a8ce-3d4453caf707-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg Agenda?: 01:15 PM - 02:15 PMHow to Get from Inspiration to StoryHost: Lita KurthInfo: In this masterclass, Lita Kurth will share the sometimes-totally-weird source of some stories she's written and how she turned the initial idea into a story. She will also answer questions and offer a five-minute writing prompt that may get attendees started on a new story of their own.?: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PMThe Whole Story: Greater Than the Sum of its PartsHost: Thaisa FrankInfo: Does your story never feel finished? Do you feel frustrated when readers say they want ‘more’ but can’t tell you what they mean by ‘more’? This workshop presents a breakthrough approach to creating a whole and satisfying story through the use of ten tools that apply to fiction of all lengths and genres. By the end of the class you will have mastered the ten tools that captivate readers and create a complete story, including indirect dialogue, the artful use of omission, and potent imagery. There will be handouts of examples, exercises, and class discussion. ?: 03:30 PM - 04:15 PMWriter's Network Host: Elizabeth Forsyth, Founder of Local WordsInfo: Meet new writer friends and build your creative community through this activity lead by Elizabeth Forsyth, founder of Local Words.?: 04:15 PM - 05:15 PMHow to Get PublishedHost: Rowena Leong SingerInfo: Ever wonder what makes your writing stand out from an editor's perspective? How to know when is your piece ready for submission? Or how to find the perfect literary journal for your writing? Join Rowena Leong Singer as she goes over these questions and more during our last masterclass. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/los-altos/the-writers-journey-from-inspiration-to-publication/100001770868979789 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, workshops, music, business, conferences - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket URL**: https://consumer.pxf.io/c/1339408/3151484/39691?partnerpropertyid=1191892&MediaPartnerPropertyId=1191892&svlink=14105511&level=1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fthe-writers-journey-from-inspiration-to-publication-tickets-1770868979789 - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 188.58, max: 188.58, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Los Altos - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Neutra House Conference Center - **lat**: 37.3797979 - **long**: -122.1102719 - **full address**: Neutra House Conference Center, 181 Hillview Avenue, Los Altos, United States ## Event Organizer details - **affiliate_id**: 10 - **organizer**: Local Words (https://allevents.in/org/local-words/26882302) ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: banner - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/fed559dbae08ae14b8e3a966c692d3dd2d94921c117639674f44bc5dbe476ef4-rimg-w1200-h600-dcfed7d7-gmir.jpg?v=1759856540 - **Alt text**: thumbnail - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/707d2e56ba1441a7b3b87cc7f40834779745e35577578165ad4a3d0f3da56b8f-rimg-w400-h400-dcfed6d6-gmir.jpg?v=1759856539 ## FAQs - **Q**: When is the event happening? - **A:** Sat, 08 Nov, 2025 at 01:00 pm - **Q**: Where is the event happening? - **A:** Neutra House Conference Center, 181 Hillview Avenue, Los Altos, United States - **Q**: What is the ticket price? - **A:** starting from 188.58 up to 188.58 USD - **Q**: Who is organizing the event? - **A:** Local Words - **Q**: What type of event is this? - **A:** art, literary-art, workshops, music, business, conferences - **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about The Writer's Journey: From Inspiration to Publication ? - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "The Writer's Journey: From Inspiration to Publication", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/fed559dbae08ae14b8e3a966c692d3dd2d94921c117639674f44bc5dbe476ef4-rimg-w1200-h600-dcfed7d7-gmir.jpg?v=1759856540", "startDate": "2025-11-08", "endDate": "2025-11-08", "url": "https://allevents.in/los-altos/the-writers-journey-from-inspiration-to-publication/100001770868979789", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Neutra House Conference Center", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "181 Hillview Avenue", "postalCode": "94022", "addressLocality": "Los Altos", "addressRegion": "CA", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "37.3797979", "longitude": "-122.1102719" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Join Local Words as we take you from inspiration to publication during an afternoon of creative writing masterclasses.", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-05", "availabilityEnds": "2025-11-08", "validFrom": "2026-04-05", "lowPrice": "188.58", "highPrice": "188.58", "price": "188.58", "url": "https://allevents.in/los-altos/the-writers-journey-from-inspiration-to-publication/100001770868979789" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-05", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-05", "url": "https://allevents.in/los-altos/the-writers-journey-from-inspiration-to-publication/100001770868979789", "price": "188.58", "name": "General Admission" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Local Words", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/local-words/26882302", "description": "Local Words was founded to support the vital and growing community of writers in the South Bay and Lower Peninsula. We welcome writers of all levels to attend our events and aim to be your go-to place for news on writerly happenings." } ] } ] ```