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Deborah P. Evanston, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Deborah P.
100/hour

Evanston, 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...

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Tomorrow
5.0 (1735)
100/hour
3,659 hours tutoring
Response time: 9 minutes

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...

Lydia J. Morton, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Lydia J.
60/hour

Morton, IL

Creative Writing Tutor with 8+ Years Experience

I have worked with students in writing, drafting, and editing for eight years. I have tutored students with and without learning disabilities, and have multiple approaches to how I teach writing (and its components) to ensure each student has the...

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This week
5.0 (936)
60/hour
3,197 hours tutoring
Response time: 6 minutes

I have worked with students in writing, drafting, and editing for eight years. I have tutored students with and without learning disabilities, and have multiple approaches to how I teach writing (and its components) to ensure each student has the...

Jeff L. Evanston, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jeff L.
150/hour

Evanston, IL

A teacher, writer, and storyteller who can bring out your best work.

Hi! I've been a language and writing instructor at the City Colleges of Chicago for 31 years, helping students build their craft as writers and prepare undergraduate and graduate school application essays that highlight their strengths, passions...

5.0 (62)
150/hour
270 hours tutoring
Response time: 30 minutes

Hi! I've been a language and writing instructor at the City Colleges of Chicago for 31 years, helping students build their craft as writers and prepare undergraduate and graduate school application essays that highlight their strengths, passions...

Steven F. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Steven F.
100/hour

Chicago, IL

Creative Writing, Screenwriting, Cartooning, Video Production

...International Television Association, and AmeriCorps among commissions from private patrons. I regularly teach cartooning, creative writing (screenplay), filmmaking, and acting at Northwestern University and The University of Tokyo. As a mentor for screenwriters...

5.0 (22)
100/hour
56 hours tutoring

...International Television Association, and AmeriCorps among commissions from private patrons. I regularly teach cartooning, creative writing (screenplay), filmmaking, and acting at Northwestern University and The University of Tokyo. As a mentor for screenwriters...

Tyler S. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Tyler S.
150/hour

Chicago, IL

Published Author working towards BA/MAPH in Creative Writing

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 currently pursue a joint...

5.0 (24)
150/hour
241 hours tutoring
Response time: 12 minutes

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 currently pursue a joint...

ADI A. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
ADI A.
50/hour

Chicago, IL

A published novelist with a passion for new challenges.

I feel uniquely qualified to tutor young learners in writing and adjacent fields, thanks to my experience writing books for young adults, as well as the writing workshops I've given over the past ten years. Among my novels for children and...

5.0 (6)
50/hour
12 hours tutoring

I feel uniquely qualified to tutor young learners in writing and adjacent fields, thanks to my experience writing books for young adults, as well as the writing workshops I've given over the past ten years. Among my novels for children and...

Alrick K. Cary, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alrick K.
135/hour

Cary, IL

University Professor | PhD in Lit | Published Writing Scholar

I hold a Ph.D. in Literature and have over 20 years of experience teaching creative writing, composition, and both U.S. and European literature at the university level. I’ve taught and mentored students across a wide range of writing...

5.0 (372)
135/hour
2,136 hours tutoring

I hold a Ph.D. in Literature and have over 20 years of experience teaching creative writing, composition, and both U.S. and European literature at the university level. I’ve taught and mentored students across a wide range of writing...

Emma J. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Emma J.
60/hour

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...

5.0 (4)
60/hour
5 hours tutoring

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...

Chhavi P. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Chhavi P.
55/hour

Chicago, IL

Learn Creative Writing from a Published Author and Writing Coach!

I have a Bachelors in Interdisciplinary Studies and over 14 years' experience coaching students to hone their writing. College essays, short stories, AP Lang and Honors English: I have experience teaching all these subjects. I also offer...

4.9 (159)
55/hour
471 hours tutoring

I have a Bachelors in Interdisciplinary Studies and over 14 years' experience coaching students to hone their writing. College essays, short stories, AP Lang and Honors English: I have experience teaching all these subjects. I also offer...

Theodore Arthur S. Rockford, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Theodore Arthur S.
200/hour

Rockford, IL

NCTE Nation Council of Teachers of English award winner

I am a winner of NCTE National Council of Teachers of English award winner for creative writing. Letter of congratulations from Ohio Senator and Mercury astronaut John Glenn. Conan O’Brian also won this award.

4.9 (499)
200/hour
2,120 hours tutoring
Response time: 2 minutes

I am a winner of NCTE National Council of Teachers of English award winner for creative writing. Letter of congratulations from Ohio Senator and Mercury astronaut John Glenn. Conan O’Brian also won this award.

Nicole D. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nicole D.
45/hour

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...

5.0 (3)
45/hour
12 hours tutoring
Response time: 9 minutes

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...

Tim M. Tinley Park, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Tim M.
35/hour

Tinley Park, IL

High School WritingTeacher with 10+ years Experience

I have 10+ years of experience teaching students and writers to develop their creative writing skills, including storytelling structure, character development, and voice. I’ve assisted with everything from personal narratives and college...

5.0 (5)
35/hour
25 hours tutoring
Response time: 27 minutes

I have 10+ years of experience teaching students and writers to develop their creative writing skills, including storytelling structure, character development, and voice. I’ve assisted with everything from personal narratives and college...

Michelle S. Bartlett, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Michelle S.
55/hour

Bartlett, IL

Creative Writing Instructor

I am a current enrichment instructor with Northwestern’s center for talent development, and through that program I have taught creative writing, argumentative and opinion essay writing, fanfiction workshop, and journalism. I’ve also...

4.7 (25)
55/hour
75 hours tutoring
Response time: 34 minutes

I am a current enrichment instructor with Northwestern’s center for talent development, and through that program I have taught creative writing, argumentative and opinion essay writing, fanfiction workshop, and journalism. I’ve also...

Izidora A. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Izidora A.
50/hour

Chicago, IL

Award-Winning Writer & Essay Coach | Ivy-Level Results

...write with impact. Subjects I tutor: Essay Writing & English – structure, argumentation, grammar, and clarity Creative Writing & Literature – developing voice, storytelling, and close reading Interview Preparation – articulating strengths, ...

4.5 (4)
50/hour
7 hours tutoring

...write with impact. Subjects I tutor: Essay Writing & English – structure, argumentation, grammar, and clarity Creative Writing & Literature – developing voice, storytelling, and close reading Interview Preparation – articulating strengths, ...

Christina G. Chesterfield, MO, available for online & in-person tutoring
Christina G.
30/hour

Chesterfield, MO

Published Novelist with 16 Books — Fiction Writing Instructor

I've published 16 novels across science fiction, fantasy, and romance, and I've taught creative writing through Romance Writers of America chapters and community college programs. I specialize in helping writers develop their...

5.0 (2)
30/hour
29 hours tutoring

I've published 16 novels across science fiction, fantasy, and romance, and I've taught creative writing through Romance Writers of America chapters and community college programs. I specialize in helping writers develop their...

Anthony B. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Anthony B.
55/hour

Chicago, IL

Creative Writing Tutor Focused on Character and World Building

I help students become more confident creative writers by meeting them where they are and supporting their individual process. We focus on developing voice, clarity, and specific detail through conversation, guided writing, and revision. I work...

5.0 (1)
55/hour
5 hours tutoring

I help students become more confident creative writers by meeting them where they are and supporting their individual process. We focus on developing voice, clarity, and specific detail through conversation, guided writing, and revision. I work...

Yen P. Iowa City, IA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Yen P.
250/hour

Iowa City, IA

MFA in Creative Writing | Published Writer & Experienced Instructor

I hold an MFA from the Iowa Writers’ Workshop, and my writing has appeared in the New York Times, n+1, and other publications. I’ve taught creative writing at the Iowa Young Writers’ Studio (three summers), at the University of Iowa,...

5.0 (4)
250/hour
16 hours tutoring

I hold an MFA from the Iowa Writers’ Workshop, and my writing has appeared in the New York Times, n+1, and other publications. I’ve taught creative writing at the Iowa Young Writers’ Studio (three summers), at the University of Iowa,...

Julie Z. Kenosha, WI, available for online & in-person tutoring
Julie Z.
35/hour

Kenosha, WI

3rd Grade Teacher

I have experience guiding students in developing their creative writing skills through structured lessons that encourage imagination, voice, and storytelling techniques. As a certified educator, I emphasize the fundamentals of grammar,...

5.0 (2)
35/hour
10 hours tutoring

I have experience guiding students in developing their creative writing skills through structured lessons that encourage imagination, voice, and storytelling techniques. As a certified educator, I emphasize the fundamentals of grammar,...

Here are even more great creative writing tutors who offer online lessons.

Here are even more great creative writing tutors who offer online lessons.

Branford, FL Tutoring
Mikayla L.
55/hour

Creative Writing Tutor and Editor

As someone who is an aspiring author, creative writing is my passion. I have spent almost a decade studying it intensely and thus have a comprehensive understanding of storytelling, including story structure, character development, and...

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This week
5.0 (841)
55/hour
2,679 hours tutoring
Response time: 8 minutes

As someone who is an aspiring author, creative writing is my passion. I have spent almost a decade studying it intensely and thus have a comprehensive understanding of storytelling, including story structure, character development, and...

Conroe, TX Tutoring
Emily G.
50/hour

Courses taken and 7 years teaching experience

I took a course in Creative Writing at university, as well as supplementary/related courses in Author Craft/Style. I also have a high school certification in English Language Arts and have taught that subject for 7 years. That...

4.9 (141)
50/hour
623 hours tutoring

I took a course in Creative Writing at university, as well as supplementary/related courses in Author Craft/Style. I also have a high school certification in English Language Arts and have taught that subject for 7 years. That...

Bala Cynwyd, PA Tutoring
Razi H.
720/hour

Harvard Published Creative Writer & College Essay Coach

Creative writing has been a lifelong passion — my work has been published in national news outlets, online literary journals, and Harvard’s 50 Successful Application Essays. I’ve helped students win top honors in some of the...

5.0 (528)
720/hour
1,875 hours tutoring

Creative writing has been a lifelong passion — my work has been published in national news outlets, online literary journals, and Harvard’s 50 Successful Application Essays. I’ve helped students win top honors in some of the...

Cumberland Center, ME Tutoring
Lily B.
70/hour

I have an M.F.A. in poetry and a PhD in English and Creative Writing.

I have published two books of poetry and have taught poetry, fiction, and non-fiction writing at the college and high school levels for twenty years. I’ve also taught creative writing electives to middle schoolers and tutored students who...

5.0 (65)
70/hour
88 hours tutoring

I have published two books of poetry and have taught poetry, fiction, and non-fiction writing at the college and high school levels for twenty years. I’ve also taught creative writing electives to middle schoolers and tutored students who...

Silver Spring, MD Tutoring
Amy A.
150/hour

Conquer the college essay with author, journalist and writing teacher

I am an award-winning author, journalist and corporate communications consultant. Bylines include The Wall Street Journal, NPR's magazine and Village Voice Media - among 200-plus published articles. My consulting clients include the World Bank,...

5.0 (1817)
150/hour
9,201 hours tutoring
Response time: 49 minutes

I am an award-winning author, journalist and corporate communications consultant. Bylines include The Wall Street Journal, NPR's magazine and Village Voice Media - among 200-plus published articles. My consulting clients include the World Bank,...

Olathe, KS Tutoring
Lori F.
70/hour

Experienced Writing Tutor: Essays, Grammar, Creative Writing

Whether you struggle with structuring an essay, need help forming just the right way to say something, aren't sure how to finish that creative writing project, or have trouble turning a blank page into anything with words on it, I can...

5.0 (65)
70/hour
236 hours tutoring

Whether you struggle with structuring an essay, need help forming just the right way to say something, aren't sure how to finish that creative writing project, or have trouble turning a blank page into anything with words on it, I can...

Blue Hill, ME Tutoring
Dana G.
140/hour

BA in Creative Writing Here for Any Step of the Creative Process

Creative writing has always been my passion. I hold a BA with Honors in Creative Writing from Hamilton College; I was my high school’s first poet laureate and have had multiple poems published in magazines. I would not have thought...

5.0 (102)
140/hour
318 hours tutoring
Response time: 10 minutes

Creative writing has always been my passion. I hold a BA with Honors in Creative Writing from Hamilton College; I was my high school’s first poet laureate and have had multiple poems published in magazines. I would not have thought...

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I too felt that I would have loved to have gotten the chance to hang out with her. The other great thing about her is that she listens to what I want, she does not get upset easily or makes ger own decisions about what to teach. We worked closely together and she always was on the same page as me. For creative writing or learning handwriting, I recommend this lovely tutor wholeheartedly! I hope to see her again in the summer!
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Danielle came to our first session with a lot of material and creative writing exercises for me. She is clearly a talented and experienced writer as well as a good teacher. Booking creative writing lessons with her is worth every penny
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Mikayla is the type of tutor who is patient, kind, knowledgeable, efficient, but even more in important for our family, has created a comfortable and safe place for our daughter to learn and explore - where she is eager to work with Mikayla. We were so fortunate to find Mikayla and look forward to Creative Writing 2 for next semester!
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