# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Off the Page: Publishing Day
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 01 Nov, 2025 at 10:00 am – Sat, 01 Nov, 2025 at 05:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Spend the day with publishing pros, bestselling authors, and Ringling College of Art and Design writing faculty at this one-of-a-kind literary event for writers of all genres and experience levels.

From choosing a publishing path to crafting irresistible first pages, you'll enjoy a full lineup of workshops, interactive sessions, and professional feedback opportunities, all designed to help you grow as a writer and take the next step in your publishing journey.

Highlights include:
– “Pitch, Please!” speed-pitching with industry pros
– One-on-one editor/agent consults
– Writing workshops and feedback sessions
– A free author headshot booth
– Local author fair and Writers’ Hub
– Keynote address by author and writing teacher Roy Peter Clark

Food available for purchase from Bonanno’s Bagels and Currywursttruck SRQ.

Off the Page is a literary celebration hosted by Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources throughout November. Events include talks by bestselling authors, book signings, writing workshops and more, with all library locations participating.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/off-the-page-publishing-day/200028730878616
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 65

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Sarasota
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Selby Library, 1331 First St., Sarasota 34236
- **lat**: 27.33771
- **long**: -82.54349
- **full address**: Selby Library, 1331 First St., Sarasota 34236, 1331 1st St, Sarasota, FL 34236-5702, United States

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## Comments

- [elizabeth roberts | 2025-10-08 02:54:29] Have my 250 word introduction to my book ready!

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Off the Page: Publishing Day being held?
  - **A:** Off the Page: Publishing Day takes place on Sat, 01 Nov, 2025 at 10:00 am to Sat, 01 Nov, 2025 at 05:00 pm at Selby Library, 1331 First St., Sarasota 34236, 1331 1st St, Sarasota, FL 34236-5702, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Off the Page: Publishing Day?
  - **A:** Off the Page: Publishing Day is organized by Sarasota County Government.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Off the Page: Publishing Day is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Sarasota, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 60+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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