Silvestre Vallejo

Developmental Editor & Writing Coach

Empowering writers to navigate creative challenges, find their voice, and accomplish their writing goals.

My Clients at a Glance…

“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.”

-Emir Estrada, Associate Professor of Sociology at Arizona State University

Award-Winning author of “Kids At Work”

(NYU Press, 2019)

Winner of the Early Career Book Award and the Outstanding Scholarly Contribution Award

“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

Award-Winning Author of “Brava: A Latina Lawyer’s Path to Empowerment”

(Balboa Press, 2023)

Winner of the Isabel Allende Most Inspirational Fiction Book and the Best First Book Awards at the 2024 International Latino Book Awards

“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 my perspective as the author came through clearly, which I deeply appreciated.”

-Liliana Rodriguez, Assistant Professor of Ethnic Studies at UC Berkeley

Author of “Adolescent Arrivals: Navigating Fear and Belonging in New Beginnings”

(UC Press, 2026)

Sunrise at Mono Lake, California (2024)