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Chapel Hill, NC
I am a creative writing professor at a major public university, where I teach both fiction and nonfiction writing. In addition, I’ve published two well-reviewed novels, along with dozens of essays and short stories.
I am a creative writing professor at a major public university, where I teach both fiction and nonfiction writing. In addition, I’ve published two well-reviewed novels, along with dozens of essays and short stories.
Michael helped me improve my essay writing a lot. He is extremely efficient in giving me comments to enhance my writing. I’ve had several lessons with him, and they’ve all been very productive. Thank you Michael! - Alicia, 5 lessons with Michael

Durham, NC
I've been both a creative writer and a creative writing instructor for eight years. My creative work has been published by 37 independent presses and magazines. I've also been honored by the YoungArts Foundation twice for my novel...
I've been both a creative writer and a creative writing instructor for eight years. My creative work has been published by 37 independent presses and magazines. I've also been honored by the YoungArts Foundation twice for my novel...

During my career, I've guided authors through each step of the creative writing process as well as edited a large volume of creative pieces. Several of my students have published their works or placed in creative writing...
During my career, I've guided authors through each step of the creative writing process as well as edited a large volume of creative pieces. Several of my students have published their works or placed in creative writing...
Keisha is an outstanding writing tutor! She is so knowledgeable and patient. She has been my tutor since I began my doctoral classes in August. Since then, I have learned so much from her! She has even helped my son with some of h... - Carmen, 32 lessons with Keisha

I have taught grade 9-12 ELA for many years, specializing in literature and writing, especially essay writing and Creative Writing. I have experience teaching kids with diagnosed and undiagnosed learning differences, as well as extensive...
I have taught grade 9-12 ELA for many years, specializing in literature and writing, especially essay writing and Creative Writing. I have experience teaching kids with diagnosed and undiagnosed learning differences, as well as extensive...

I love helping students harness their creative writing voice! As a former English teacher, I have proven curriculum to assist with pacing and structure as well as incorporating dialogue and choosing the best words to match the story's...
I love helping students harness their creative writing voice! As a former English teacher, I have proven curriculum to assist with pacing and structure as well as incorporating dialogue and choosing the best words to match the story's...

My undergraduate degree specialized in fiction and creative writing. I thoroughly enjoyed honing my writing craft and would love the opportunity to take all I have learned to assist others. Within my masters program to teach English, we...
My undergraduate degree specialized in fiction and creative writing. I thoroughly enjoyed honing my writing craft and would love the opportunity to take all I have learned to assist others. Within my masters program to teach English, we...

I graduated summa cum laude with an M.A. in English Language and Literature and have spent over twenty years teaching English to students in grades 4-12. I believe every student learns differently, and I pride myself on creating personalized...
I graduated summa cum laude with an M.A. in English Language and Literature and have spent over twenty years teaching English to students in grades 4-12. I believe every student learns differently, and I pride myself on creating personalized...

I am pursuing a BS in Teaching English and a minor in Creative Writing at NYU. As a freshman I was accepted into the application-only Intensive Seminar in Poetry course, the highest-level class for poetry at the university. In high school I...
I am pursuing a BS in Teaching English and a minor in Creative Writing at NYU. As a freshman I was accepted into the application-only Intensive Seminar in Poetry course, the highest-level class for poetry at the university. In high school I...
Erica helped my kid improve ELA a lot in just a few lessons. She can explain the materials very well to understand. Her class is very effective and efficient compare to our previous group class. We are very glad we had her in time... - Jenny, 7 lessons with Erica

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...
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...
Dana came prepared and provided the exact tutoring needed. She has experience and the technique to make the session worthwhile. Will definitely use Dana as our regular tutor. - Ian, 4 lessons with Dana

As a software developer and AI researcher with a deep appreciation for storytelling, I help students develop strong creative writing skills by blending classic narrative techniques with modern tools for brainstorming and structure. From...
As a software developer and AI researcher with a deep appreciation for storytelling, I help students develop strong creative writing skills by blending classic narrative techniques with modern tools for brainstorming and structure. From...
Zach has been instrumental in helping me navigate and solve complex projects. His expertise in Python is truly exceptional. He has a unique ability to break down challenging problems into manageable parts, making them easier to un... - Chitra, 75 lessons with Zachariah

With a background in professional comedy writing, performing at the Improv, the Comedy Store, and the Laugh Factory, and creating and directing the Los Angeles Literature and Theatre Lab, writing its production scripts for over a decade, I am...
With a background in professional comedy writing, performing at the Improv, the Comedy Store, and the Laugh Factory, and creating and directing the Los Angeles Literature and Theatre Lab, writing its production scripts for over a decade, I am...
Working on creative writing. My daughter’s writing has significantly improved. She is now able to create complex sentences. She looks forward to her lessons. She is engaged through out her lesson. - Gauri, 93 lessons with Heidi

I have published three books and I'm currently working on two others. I have over ten years of experience as a journalist. When it comes to character development, story building, outlining a story, or simply proofreading, I can assist. As a...
I have published three books and I'm currently working on two others. I have over ten years of experience as a journalist. When it comes to character development, story building, outlining a story, or simply proofreading, I can assist. As a...

Certificate in teaching English from Massachusetts. Teacher-Consultant for the National Writing Project. Certificate in Creative Writing from UC Berkeley.
Certificate in teaching English from Massachusetts. Teacher-Consultant for the National Writing Project. Certificate in Creative Writing from UC Berkeley.
Jonathan is an incredible teacher and communicates with his students extremely well. He has helped my sons improve their essay writing and creative writing. Their writing has improved tremendously after they started working with J... - Shashi, 230 lessons with Jonathan

With a strong background in English and years of experience guiding middle and high school students through essays and narrative writing, I bring structure and inspiration to creative writing sessions. I help students in these age groups...
With a strong background in English and years of experience guiding middle and high school students through essays and narrative writing, I bring structure and inspiration to creative writing sessions. I help students in these age groups...
My 7th grade son had a great first session with Wendy. She helped him to see how his writing could be more concise without losing his voice, and also worked with him on grammatical rules. She was encouraging and knowledgeable. - Ana, 18 lessons with Wendy

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...
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...

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,...
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,...
I started working with Amy in May after receiving fairly consistent negative feedback about my writing at work. In just a few short months, I have gone from writing bland and disengaging text, which often stressed out our editor, ... - Gary, 16 lessons with Amy

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...
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...
Mikayla has worked with our daughter throughout middle school. Our daughter, who is an avid reader and writer, still struggled with Language Arts during Covid and the remote curriculum. During the summer, Mikayla helped her prep... - Debi, 128 lessons with Mikayla

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...
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...
Tyler is patient and communicative, making the writing sessions both productive and enjoyable. He provides thoughtful feedback and takes the time to explain concepts clearly, making sure that I fully understand them. His guidance ... - Li, 3 lessons with Tyler

I hold a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from the distinguished Stonecoast program at the University of Southern Maine. I am a published writer with over 12 years of experience writing fiction, essays, poetry and non-fiction. I...
I hold a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from the distinguished Stonecoast program at the University of Southern Maine. I am a published writer with over 12 years of experience writing fiction, essays, poetry and non-fiction. I...
Andrew helped me improve my English Paper regarding the analysis of Passages. He knew exactly how to structure a sentence to make the whole essay flow smoothly. He taught me some writing strategies, while he was reviewing my essay... - Shreyas , 6 lessons with Andrew

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...
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...
I came to Kenneth filled with self-doubt about my abilities as a writer. He filled me with confidence and assured me that he was going to help. And boy, did he help. He helped me write one of the deepest, insightful, and raw essay... - Shira, 2 lessons with Kenneth

...magazine. I earned my bachelor's degree summa cum laude in English from Princeton University with a certificate in Creative Writing. I hold an MFA in fiction from the University of Texas at Austin, where I was a James A. Michener Fellow. I enjoy...
...magazine. I earned my bachelor's degree summa cum laude in English from Princeton University with a certificate in Creative Writing. I hold an MFA in fiction from the University of Texas at Austin, where I was a James A. Michener Fellow. I enjoy...
We are and will be forever grateful to Mimi and her support throughout this grueling college application process. She has the incredible ability to connect with students and make them reflect and and shine in their essays. Her sen... - Katherine, 15 lessons with Mimi

I'm an award winning writer and a graduate of Sarah Lawrence College's prestigious writing school. I've taught my popular Creative Writing classes for nearly 10 years and offer a very unique imaginative approach.
I'm an award winning writer and a graduate of Sarah Lawrence College's prestigious writing school. I've taught my popular Creative Writing classes for nearly 10 years and offer a very unique imaginative approach.
I have had Josh as a private teacher, as well as in a classroom, for almost eight years now, and he has been an astounding, breathtaking and unparalleled teacher and mentor, without a doubt the best I've ever had! He has taught me... - Marianna

Obtaining my BA in Creative Writing opened a world of possibilities in general writing, storytelling and self expression! My works have gone from getting good grades to winning university scholarships and becoming formally published in...
Obtaining my BA in Creative Writing opened a world of possibilities in general writing, storytelling and self expression! My works have gone from getting good grades to winning university scholarships and becoming formally published in...
Ligia not only made me comfortable during the session, but she also used her knowledge and professionalism. I highly recommend this tutor. She is flexible and tries her best to be helpful. - Dorin, 138 lessons with Ligia

Ten years later, I completed a PhD in English with a creative dissertation at the University of Georgia, where I dissertated on contemporary disability poetics. I have taught introductory creative writing and intermediate fiction writing at...
Ten years later, I completed a PhD in English with a creative dissertation at the University of Georgia, where I dissertated on contemporary disability poetics. I have taught introductory creative writing and intermediate fiction writing at...
I had a very positive experience with Genevieve; she's patient, good listener, and very responsive. She takes the time to understand her student needs and executes a plan to meet their individual goals. Highly recommend. - Tanisha, 9 lessons with Genevieve

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...
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...
Deborah started tutoring my son about one year ago. He was going into seventh grade and needed support to improve his writing skills (grammar, spelling, vocabulary, structure, support). What we didn't know is that my son has a l... - Lisa, 40 lessons with Deborah
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