The Best creative writing Tutors in Chicago, IL

Chicago, IL

Published Author & Creative Writing Mentor

I have tutored creative writing for over a decade, with a particular focus on helping students develop narrative clarity, emotional depth, and voice. My background includes editorial experience with small presses and literary magazines, as well as years of mentorship in fiction, poetry, and hybrid forms. I work... See Ann's full profile

Chicago, IL

Author/Editor with 10+ Years of Publication Experience

My poetry and short fiction has been published across a plethora of literary magazines. I have mentored various students in Creative Writing through the Adroit Journal, my high school literary magazine, and my university's initiative to propagate storytelling in Chicago's South Side. I have a bachelors... See Tyler's full profile

Chicago, IL

Creative Writing and Storytelling Tutor

I help students develop their creative writing skills by guiding them through the process of crafting stories, poems, and narrative pieces. I focus on helping writers open their imagination, think creatively, and transform ideas into well-developed work. By providing support with character development, plot... See Nicole's full profile

Chicago, IL

Creative Writing Instructor from Elementary to Adult Levels

I work with students from elementary through adult levels on creative writing projects including short stories, personal narratives, poetry, and creative nonfiction. My approach emphasizes fundamental storytelling techniques—vivid sensory details, "show don't tell" principles, compelling character... See Eric's full profile

Chicago, IL

Use Your Writing to Better Understand (Yourself and Others)

I have written fiction, non-fiction, live action and animation screenplay for theatrical films, for PBS, Oprah Winfrey Network, and McGraw-Hill among many other patrons. I am the author of two young reader books, and author or contributing author of Budget Europe Access (HarperCollins), Art Education (The University of... See Steven's full profile

Chicago, IL

Award-winning, Widely Published Writer

From publishing short-form critique to long-form essays and full books, I am an expert-level writer working at the top of my field. See Izidora's full profile

Chicago, IL

Journalist, Published Poet, and Essayist with Tutoring Experience

As a professional journalist, I'm always thinking about the best way to convey complex ideas and emotions through language. That's why I love creative writing of all forms—the challenge it poses, the artistry of crafting sentences, and the emotional exploration it allows. Whether you want help revising... See Emma's full profile

Chicago, IL

Author, novelist

I'm a traditionally published author of 10 books for young adults and children, with over 250,000+ lifetime sales. Additionally, I've ghost written an adult thriller, have published a handful of short stories in anthologies and collections, and have mentored up and coming writers. I've spent the past 12 years in the... See ADI's full profile

Near Chicago, IL

Creative Writing Coursework | Engaged in Creative Writing Projects

Having been passionate about writing for along time, I have taken coursework in creative writing and also actively am in the process of producing my own written works, including a play and an epic. See Deb's full profile

Near Chicago, IL

B.A in English Literature with 10+ Years of Creative Writing Experienc

I am a recent graduate of Washington University in St. Louis, where I received B.A.s in English Literature and Film & Media Studies, with concentrations in Creative Writing and Film Production. I have been writing creatively since elementary school, and have several years of experience as a freelance tutor... See Cole's full profile

Near Chicago, IL

Creative Writing and Poetry

I would venture to say that creative writing and poetry are my favorite subjects, and have been since I was in high school. There is a sense of freedom when you do not have to follow specific parameters or guidelines in order to write something that is enjoyable to read. I can also say, without hesitation, that... See Deborah's full profile

Near Chicago, IL

Songwriter, Creative Non-Fiction, Poetry, Oral History

I have been an active singer-songwriter for over three decades resulting in 3 CDs to date. In addition to my work on a memoir, I have produced a variety of creative non-fiction works, oral history projects and my award-winning collection of stories and photographs titled, "An Immigrant Class," which highlights the... See Jeff's full profile

Published Writer & Anthology Editor | Fiction, Poetry & Mentorship

Throughout my academic career, I have founded and directed writing centers dedicated to nurturing both creative and analytical voices. On the creative side, I have mentored aspiring writers across multiple formats, providing tailored coaching for... See Adam's full profile

Licensed English Teacher and Former Grammar & Writing Teacher

I've taught all forms of creative writing including poetry, drama, and prose at the middle and high school levels with experience tutoring elementary students. I love creative writing and use classic examples of the best... See Jennifer's full profile

Professional writer/editor and former high school ELA teacher

I am a published writer, the author of one well-reviewed book and a tremendous number of essays and poems that have appeared in major national publications (The Believer, The Baffler, Conjunctions, and The Los Angeles Review of Books, among many... See Ian's full profile

Master's Degree in English & Creative Writing

I am working on my master's degree in English and Creative Writing. I was the managing editor for my college's literary magazine for 3 years. See Remington's full profile

Lifelong Creative Writer

I've been writing since I was four years old, always creating new short stories, TV shows, novels and movies. I have years of experience writing prose, editing, exploring different tones and styles, editing, and crafting unique characters. I have... See Sarah's full profile

MFA in Creative Writing - Find Your Voice

With a Harvard Ed.M. and an MFA in Creative Writing from National University, I bring both academic rigor and working-writer credibility to creative writing instruction. My creative writing has been produced professionally... See Kenneth's full profile

Harvard Grad for Creative Writing Tutoring

...clicked with traditional school subjects, but after discovering creative writing, I discovered a passion for storytelling that led me to studying English with a focus in creative writing at Harvard University. In university my short stories helped ... See Benjamin's full profile

Georgetown Honors Grad | Creative, Thesis, and Essay Writing

Through years of writing and editing essays on complex topics, I have developed strong skills in grammar, storytelling, and critical reasoning. I graduated from Georgetown University, where I completed an honors thesis in international relations... See Youmna's full profile

Experienced Creative Writing University Professor

I have experience teaching undergraduate-level creative writing courses in poetry and image-text writing at the University of Iowa. I earned Master of Fine Arts degree in Creative Writing. I also have published poetry in... See Brian's full profile

Creative Writing Tutor with background in film, theatre, & literature

I bring a rich and varied background to creative writing instruction, with experience spanning literature, film, and theatre. I hold a Bachelor's degree in English Literature and have worked in the film and television industry... See Heather's full profile

Poet and Fiction Writer

I have about 15 years of experience writing poetry, short stories, creative non-fiction, and more, both individually and for group works. I have founded and run groups for creative writing on a high school level, and supported students of... See Chae's full profile

Experienced Creative Writing Teacher in Fiction & Poetry

I’ve taught creative writing at both UCLA and at a top-ranked prep school, guiding students through fiction, poetry, and personal narrative. Whether you're struggling to get started or looking to refine your voice, I help writers... See Aric's full profile

Published novelist & creative writing coach for all ages

...House and Scholastic Press, with more books forthcoming. With a minor in creative writing from North Carolina State University, and a certificate in teaching creative writing from the University of Cambridge, I help students pursue both academic and... See Charlene's full profile