From conferences to one-on-one tutoring, from creative writing to business groups, Sylvia creates dynamic and transformative learning experiences.

Besides her own workshops and courses outlined below, she teaches in structured writing programs.

Building Your Professional Platform

Getting published isn’t just about writing anymore – it’s about building a solid foundation, a platform, of credibility and expertise. For experienced and emerging writers alike, we need to build our presence from the ground up, with good planning, good tools, good materials and creative flair.

A Non-fiction Tool Kit for Anyone Who Writes Anything

Hooks, Bridges and Wraparounds aren't construction terms, they're techniques journalists use to grab and keep reader attention. Learn how your unique voice and a journalistic approach can create clean, focused writing that entertains, informs and inspires.

Interview With Aplomb

Nothing generates more insight into your topic than a successful interview. Acquire interviewing tips and techniques to help breathe life into your writing, whatever your genre.

Lifestory Writing

Mine the memories of your life and loved ones to find those wonderful gold-nugget stories. Learn writing, organizational and publishing tips and skills to make those nuggets shine.

From Rules To Suggestions: Honing Your Craft

The real genius is in the rewrite. Learn the rules and writing conventions so you can break them with finesse and flair.

Putting Your Best Voice Forward: Public Reading Skills for Writers

You’ve written it, maybe even published it and now it’s time for you and your work to shine. Learn how to captivate your listeners and turn ‘stage fright’ into ‘stage bright’.