Testimonials

“Silvestre was instrumental in helping me transform my dissertation into my first book manuscript. As a new assistant professor, the process felt overwhelming, but working with Silvestre made all the difference. When I reached out, I had two specific goals: I wanted to ensure I was writing a book accessible to a general audience, and I wanted a true cheerleader in my corner. Silvestre delivered on both! His background in journalism and film gives him a distinct edge in storytelling. He has an incredible ability to help bring vignettes to life without ever replacing your voice. Instead, he enhances it by guiding you to write with rich, textured description and greater confidence. His coaching style is thoughtful, constructive, and consistently encouraging. He not only strengthens the writing itself but also builds up the writer along the way. Silvestre is deeply invested in his clients’ success, and it shows in every interaction.”

— Emir Estrada, Associate Professor of Sociology (Arizona State University)

Author of Kids at Work: Latinx Families Selling Food on the Streets of Los Angeles (NYU Press, 2019)

Winner of the Early Career Book Award (2020, American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education)

Winner of the Outstanding Scholarly Contribution Award (2020, Children and Youth Section of the American Sociological Association)

“Silvestre is an amazing coach! He helped me write accessibly so non-academic audiences can understand and appreciate my writing. Gender theory is dense and sometimes confusing. Silvestre helped me break up my equally dense explanations of theory into more digestible explanations. My experience working with Silvestre was empowering!”

— Fatima Suarez, Assistant Professor of Sociology (University of Nevada, Las Vegas)

Author of Latino Fathers: What Shapes and Sustains their Parenting (NYU Press, 2025)

“Silvestre helped with development of the plot as well as the structure of the book. He also contributed to building confidence in my writing. Working with Silvestre was phenomenal; he took my manuscript to the final level, and after his edits and recommendations my book was ready for publication. I am now an award-winning author thanks to Silvestre.”

— Adriana Palomares, Attorney

Author of Brava‍: A Latina Lawyer’s Path to Empowerment (Balboa Press, 2023)

Winner of the Mariposa Award for Best First Book (2024, International Latino Book Awards)

Winner of the Isabel Allende Most Inspirational Fiction Book Award (2024, International Latino Book Awards)

“Writing is a vulnerable experience. Silvestre takes thoughtful care of you as you move along while challenging you to grow in your writing, thinking, and self-discovery. Having Silvestre as a sounding board was so helpful in combating the doubt and fear that sometimes comes with being a writer.”

-Karina Santellano, Assistant Professor of Sociology (Arizona State University)

Author of the forthcoming book, Cafecito Dreams: How Latinx Entrepreneurs Make Culture and Place

“Silvestre was instrumental in elevating my writing overall. What stood out most was his ability to understand not just my work, but my voice as a writer. He consistently sought ways to ensure that my perspective as the author came through clearly, which I deeply appreciated. His flexibility was equally valuable. He was always available, even for a quick conversation about an urgent question or concern, and that accessibility kept my work moving forward.”

-Liliana Rodriguez, Assistant Professor of Ethnic Studies (University of California, Berkeley)

Author of Adolescent Arrivals: Navigating Fear and Belonging in New Beginnings (UC Press, 2026)

“For academics looking to broaden their audiences and strengthen their storytelling, Silvestre is an ideal coach. More than reviewing and revising my writing, Silvestre becomes someone you talk through ideas with, who you can brainstorm with and ask questions. I not only feel that I have a writing coach working with me, but a considerate, curious, and investigative research partner.”

-Alana De Hinojosa, Assistant Professor of History (Texas State University)

Book forthcoming (Duke University Press)

“Silvestre helped me capture the "story" of my book, learn to hone in on what the main argument of the book was and supported me with carrying that throughout the book. I appreciate him bringing his lived experience to the book process. My goal was to write "for" other adult children of immigrants so his insight was helpful in making sure my work "translated" to that audience.

— Vanessa Delgado, Assistant Professor of Sociology (Washington State University)