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Robert P. Mc Lean, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Robert P.
80/hour

Mc Lean, VA

Award-Winning Writer/Editor, Specializing in Fiction, Personal Essays

I’m a former assistant editor at the Shenandoah, a respected literary magazine that has published Dylan Thomas, W.H. Auden, William Faulkner, and Flannery O’Connor. As a creative writer, I wrote and edited essays, columns, feature articles,...

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5.0 (504)
80/hour
1,708 hours tutoring
Response time: 14 minutesNote that average response time is based on Robert’s active hours, which are 1:00 pm - 1:00 am UTC.

I’m a former assistant editor at the Shenandoah, a respected literary magazine that has published Dylan Thomas, W.H. Auden, William Faulkner, and Flannery O’Connor. As a creative writer, I wrote and edited essays, columns, feature articles,...

Christina S. Leesburg, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Christina S.
67/hour

Leesburg, VA

Creative Writing Editor Since Age Thirteen!

He paid me to help translate his novel from dictaphone to draft, and I was hooked on the creative writing process as he discussed his characters, themes, and plot points with me. After I grew up (and got a Literature degree), I became a...

5.0 (922)
67/hour
6,270 hours tutoring

He paid me to help translate his novel from dictaphone to draft, and I was hooked on the creative writing process as he discussed his characters, themes, and plot points with me. After I grew up (and got a Literature degree), I became a...

Zachariah R. Richmond, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Zachariah R.
35/hour

Richmond, VA

Creative Writing Tutor with a Tech-Enhanced Approach

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...

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4.9 (425)
35/hour
1,982 hours tutoring

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...

Joelle M. Richmond, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Joelle M.
85/hour

Richmond, VA

Writer, Poet, & Stanford Law Graduate

I write professionally, constantly; yet, I also write poetry and creatively in my free time. I have written many poems, and edited numerous short stories and creative writing exercises for other writers in workshops and courses. In the...

5.0 (2)
85/hour
12 hours tutoring

I write professionally, constantly; yet, I also write poetry and creatively in my free time. I have written many poems, and edited numerous short stories and creative writing exercises for other writers in workshops and courses. In the...

Leslie W. Richmond, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Leslie W.
50/hour

Richmond, VA

BA in English Literature, MA in Teaching, and 5+ Years Experience

This is my 6th year teaching secondary English. I have both written and edited thousands of essays and have a love for creative writing. I hold a bachelors in English Literature, and a Masters in Teaching along with a teaching credential....

5.0 (2)
50/hour
6 hours tutoring

This is my 6th year teaching secondary English. I have both written and edited thousands of essays and have a love for creative writing. I hold a bachelors in English Literature, and a Masters in Teaching along with a teaching credential....

Kirsten S. Jonesville, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kirsten S.
35/hour

Jonesville, VA

I am a published author.

I have had short stories win awards and recognition. I have a fully published novel as well. I have worked in the publishing industry as a literary agent and editor, and I have a B. A. in English.

4.8 (8)
35/hour
83 hours tutoring

I have had short stories win awards and recognition. I have a fully published novel as well. I have worked in the publishing industry as a literary agent and editor, and I have a B. A. in English.

Andrea K. Richmond, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Andrea K.
45/hour

Richmond, VA

Creative Writing tutor, 20+ yrs experience, BA in Lit & Philosophy, JD

I’m passionate about storytelling and helping others find their unique voice. I guide students to unleash their creativity, focusing on developing strong ideas, vivid descriptions, and compelling characters. Let's discuss your writing goals!

4.6 (9)
45/hour
102 hours tutoring

I’m passionate about storytelling and helping others find their unique voice. I guide students to unleash their creativity, focusing on developing strong ideas, vivid descriptions, and compelling characters. Let's discuss your writing goals!

Sherri M. Stafford, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sherri M.
80/hour

Stafford, VA

QUALIFIED BY OVER 20 YEARS CREATIVE WRITING EXPERTISE

They did not know the parts of speech, sentence structure, topic sentence nor thesis statement, the writing process, and the list goes on. I specifically had to create a course entitled "Creative Writing with an English Twist" to...

5.0 (84)
80/hour
205 hours tutoring
Response time: 11 minutesNote that average response time is based on Sherri’s active hours, which are 5:00 pm - 1:00 am UTC.

They did not know the parts of speech, sentence structure, topic sentence nor thesis statement, the writing process, and the list goes on. I specifically had to create a course entitled "Creative Writing with an English Twist" to...

Anna B. Fairmont, WV, available for online & in-person tutoring
Anna B.
60/hour

Fairmont, WV

Creative Writing Tutor - Editing & Storytelling Specialist

Every great piece of creative writing begins with a strong idea, but bringing that idea to life takes both imagination and technique. As a self-published author, experienced writing tutor, and editor, I help students develop their...

4.9 (198)
60/hour
676 hours tutoring
Response time: 3 minutesNote that average response time is based on Anna’s active hours, which are 7:00 pm - 6:00 am UTC.

Every great piece of creative writing begins with a strong idea, but bringing that idea to life takes both imagination and technique. As a self-published author, experienced writing tutor, and editor, I help students develop their...

Jeremy S. Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jeremy S.
297/hour

Washington, DC

Unlock Your Writer's Voice

Are you ready to write something truly original but need the guidance to get there? My creative writing tutoring offers a unique perspective forged at Columbia University and NYU, blending academic rigor with deep personal exploration. This...

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5.0 (604)
297/hour
2,761 hours tutoring
Response time: 58 minutesNote that average response time is based on Jeremy’s active hours, which are 10:00 am - 10:00 am UTC.

Are you ready to write something truly original but need the guidance to get there? My creative writing tutoring offers a unique perspective forged at Columbia University and NYU, blending academic rigor with deep personal exploration. This...

Bassel B. Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Bassel B.
55/hour

Washington, DC

Creative Writing Tutor | State-Certified English Teacher

I have extensive experience tutoring middle and high school students in English and creative writing, helping them develop strong storytelling skills and unique voices. My background as a language instructor and academic advisor enables me...

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5.0 (70)
55/hour
264 hours tutoring
Response time: 15 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I have extensive experience tutoring middle and high school students in English and creative writing, helping them develop strong storytelling skills and unique voices. My background as a language instructor and academic advisor enables me...

Trisan G. Silver Spring, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Trisan G.
90/hour

Silver Spring, MD

English high school teacher

Creative writing is the best to teach. My focus would be more academic to check on tone, voice, elements of a narrative and give suggestions.

5.0 (21)
90/hour
157 hours tutoring

Creative writing is the best to teach. My focus would be more academic to check on tone, voice, elements of a narrative and give suggestions.

Vusumuzi H. Baltimore, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Vusumuzi H.
65/hour

Baltimore, MD

PhD Candidate in Pharmaceutical Sciences with 5+ years of teaching

...have not been rehearsed prior. I have also developed a level of expertise to assist students seeking to better their creative writing skills as well as to enhance their vocabulary. PhD candidacy has given me numerous opportunities to prepare written...

5.0 (248)
65/hour
944 hours tutoring
Response time: 57 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

...have not been rehearsed prior. I have also developed a level of expertise to assist students seeking to better their creative writing skills as well as to enhance their vocabulary. PhD candidacy has given me numerous opportunities to prepare written...

Nitya K. Rockville, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nitya K.
50/hour

Rockville, MD

8+ Year Tutor and Published Researcher/Journalist

I was on the school newspaper for 4 years in high school. In college, I had 1 article published in a local newspaper and 1 fictional piece published in a teen-focused magazine. In medical school, I have been published in the medical school...

5.0 (3)
50/hour
8 hours tutoring

I was on the school newspaper for 4 years in high school. In college, I had 1 article published in a local newspaper and 1 fictional piece published in a teen-focused magazine. In medical school, I have been published in the medical school...

Evan K. Silver Spring, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Evan K.
50/hour

Silver Spring, MD

Creative Writing & Lyric Writing Tutor

In addition to teaching middle school English Language Arts and Social Studies, I developed and taught a summer course on the history of hip hop that emphasized creative writing techniques, lyric analysis, figurative language, and personal...

5.0 (4)
50/hour
16 hours tutoring

In addition to teaching middle school English Language Arts and Social Studies, I developed and taught a summer course on the history of hip hop that emphasized creative writing techniques, lyric analysis, figurative language, and personal...

Susan B. Ocean View, DE, available for online & in-person tutoring
Susan B.
75/hour

Ocean View, DE

Professional Writer, BA, English, Published 4 Fiction Books

As an undergraduate, I was inducted into the Honors Humanities program and graduated with a BA in English. I have ghost written a number of books, securing a major book deal for a client. I have published over a dozen books under my own name, four...

5.0 (1)
75/hour
6 hours tutoring

As an undergraduate, I was inducted into the Honors Humanities program and graduated with a BA in English. I have ghost written a number of books, securing a major book deal for a client. I have published over a dozen books under my own name, four...

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

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

Macon, GA Tutoring
Remington M.
22/hour

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.

5.0 (89)
22/hour
335 hours tutoring

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.

New York, NY Tutoring
Sarah S.
29/hour

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...

5.0 (25)
29/hour
101 hours tutoring
Response time: 34 minutesNote that average response time is based on Sarah’s active hours, which are 8:00 pm - 9:00 am UTC.

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...

Germantown, MD Tutoring
Charlene T.
100/hour

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...

5.0 (46)
100/hour
77 hours tutoring
Response time: 36 minutesNote that average response time is based on Charlene’s active hours, which are 3:00 pm - 3:00 am UTC.

...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...

Chapel Hill, NC Tutoring
Michael G.
90/hour

Novelist, Essayist, Creative Writing Profssor

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.

5.0 (126)
90/hour
732 hours tutoring

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.

Denver, CO Tutoring
Kanika A.
120/hour

MFA & PhD in Creative Writing with 20+ Years of Teaching Experience

I hold an MFA in Writing from Columbia University and a PhD in English and Literary Arts from the University of Denver. I currently serve as an editor at three critically acclaimed literary magazines, and my own work has been published in various...

5.0 (15)
120/hour
217 hours tutoring
Response time: 58 minutesNote that average response time is based on Kanika’s active hours, which are 6:00 pm - 7:00 am UTC.

I hold an MFA in Writing from Columbia University and a PhD in English and Literary Arts from the University of Denver. I currently serve as an editor at three critically acclaimed literary magazines, and my own work has been published in various...

San Francisco, CA Tutoring
Sara B.
75/hour

Creative Writing expert with 20+ years tutoring experience

I specialize in teaching creative writing to elementary, middle school, high school, college, university, and post graduate students, including many bilingual students, helping them develop authentic voices and strong storytelling skills....

4.9 (1071)
75/hour
4,286 hours tutoring
Response time: 41 minutesNote that average response time is based on Sara’s active hours, which are 8:00 am - 8:00 am UTC.

I specialize in teaching creative writing to elementary, middle school, high school, college, university, and post graduate students, including many bilingual students, helping them develop authentic voices and strong storytelling skills....

New York, NY Tutoring
Jonathan K.
450/hour

Top Yale Grad, Expert Writing Mentor 30+ years

A writing teacher and tutor for over 30 years, I've worked chiefly with college applicants since 2013; I also help students with academic and creative writing. I'm a kind and patient mentor who holds high expectations --- of...

5.0 (2628)
450/hour
6,882 hours tutoring
Response time: 13 minutesNote that average response time is based on Jonathan’s active hours, which are 6:00 pm - 7:00 am UTC.

A writing teacher and tutor for over 30 years, I've worked chiefly with college applicants since 2013; I also help students with academic and creative writing. I'm a kind and patient mentor who holds high expectations --- of...

Greensboro, NC Tutoring
Chae B.
55/hour

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...

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5.0 (386)
55/hour
1,955 hours tutoring
Response time: 49 minutesNote that average response time is based on Chae’s active hours, which are 7:00 pm - 6:00 am UTC.

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...

Sheffield Lake, OH Tutoring
Aric D.
120/hour

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...

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5.0 (270)
120/hour
847 hours tutoring
Response time: 46 minutesNote that average response time is based on Aric’s active hours, which are 10:00 pm - 8:00 am UTC.

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...

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