Book a workshop or event

International writing expert Dr. Helen Sword specializes in facilitating engaging, highly interactive writing workshops, keynotes, and consultations, whether online or onsite. Please see below for booking information and pricing, and check out our Workshop Topics and FAQ pages for further details — then contact us to start a conversation!


Online Bookings

Looking for flexible booking options? Helen is a dynamic presenter who has mastered the art of engaging diverse audiences online.

1 hour (USD $2000)

Book an inspirational one-hour presentation on any of the topics on our Workshop Topics page, or feel free to suggest your own variations.

2 hours (USD $3000)

For online workshops, we recommend that you book a two-hour session with a 10-minute break halfway through. Want more? Consider supplementing larger Zoom workshops with small-group coaching to build writers’ habits, confidence, and skills.

4+ hours (USD $1000 per contact hour)

Helen can work with you to develop a suite of online presentations, workshops, coaching sessions, and ongoing professional development tailored to the needs of your organization. Some examples of popular packages include:

  • A 1-hour presentation + 2-hour workshop + 1-hour consultation ($4K)

  • Four 2-hour workshops on different topics, offered at regular intervals throughout the year ($8K)

  • Three 2-hour workshops + 4 hours of small-group coaching ($10K)

keynotes and special events

Helen’s fee for keynotes and other special events is negotiable depending on the nature and location of the event, the size of the audience, and the topic requested. You can find some examples of Helen’s past keynotes on our Links page.

For more details, see our FAQ page.

 

Onsite Bookings

Want to experience the magic of a live event? Helen is currently taking bookings for a limited number of in-person engagements in the following locations in 2025-26:

  • Australia
    Minimum booking: 4 hrs / AUD $6K

  • USA/Canada
    Minimum booking: 4 hrs / USD $6K

  • Europe/UK
    Minimum booking: 4 hrs / EUR 5.5K or GBP 4.75K

  • New Zealand
    Minimum booking: 2 hrs / NZD $3K + GST

PLEASE NOTE: Transportation, accommodation, and all other expenses are included in the onsite booking price.

Pricing and Discounts

All prices are in US dollars unless otherwise indicated. We can provide a quote in whatever currency you specify and will lock in the invoice at that amount to protect you from currency fluctuations. We also offer substantial regional discounts for institutions in Australia and New Zealand; see our FAQ page for details.

How to Book

We would love to hear from you! Simply fill out our contact form with some basic information about who you are and what you’re looking for, and we’ll do our best to respond within 48 hours.


Have a question about our workshop topics, pricing plans, or anything else?
Check out our Workshop Topics and FAQ pages, then contact us for further information.

You can view our Terms & Conditions here.

 

Main image credit: photo by Helen Sword taken at Chihuly Gardens and Glass