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Highly Qualified Certified Teacher with 20+ years Experience
I have taught fiction writing to students both in the traditional classroom environment in grades K-8 and one-to-one using an online setting. Fictional writing can be very fun at times and allows a student to express their...
I have taught fiction writing to students both in the traditional classroom environment in grades K-8 and one-to-one using an online setting. Fictional writing can be very fun at times and allows a student to express their...
We were under real pressure to prepare for a MAP assessment in just one week, and Kara made all the difference. While other tutors immediately said the timeline wasn’t realistic, Kara jumped in with total positivity and a can‑do a... - Sara, 12 lessons with Kara

Expert Fiction Writing Tutoring: 25+ Years of Helping Students Grow
With over 25 years of experience, I've helped hundreds of students from elementary through graduate school develop their fiction writing skills, including many bilingual students. I guide writers through essential elements such as...
With over 25 years of experience, I've helped hundreds of students from elementary through graduate school develop their fiction writing skills, including many bilingual students. I guide writers through essential elements such as...
For the past two months Sara has been helping me develop well rounded cover letters and brushing up my resume. With her help I was able to secure a winter/spring internship, and is helping me with summer internship applications. S... - Anna, 36 lessons with Sara

Author
I understand the publishing industry and what it looks for. My debut novel will be traditionally published in the fall of 2026. I can help you take an idea and make it a short story or even a full novel. We can work on plot, character arcs, and...
I understand the publishing industry and what it looks for. My debut novel will be traditionally published in the fall of 2026. I can help you take an idea and make it a short story or even a full novel. We can work on plot, character arcs, and...

BA-Psychology, MA-Psychology
I have taken numerous courses through Brandeis on the topic of creative and fiction writing, and essay writing. I have 7 years of experience with editing all types of writing projects informally for friends, family, and peers within my...
I have taken numerous courses through Brandeis on the topic of creative and fiction writing, and essay writing. I have 7 years of experience with editing all types of writing projects informally for friends, family, and peers within my...

Experienced Fiction Writer: Character, Theme, and Story Architecture
I have spent over a decade mentoring students in fiction writing, with an emphasis on long-form storytelling, narrative pacing, character psychology, and thematic resonance. As a published author and editor, I guide writers through every...
I have spent over a decade mentoring students in fiction writing, with an emphasis on long-form storytelling, narrative pacing, character psychology, and thematic resonance. As a published author and editor, I guide writers through every...
Ann is very kind, gentle spoken, knowledgeable, attentive, and patient tutor for my daughter. My daughter loves English, but struggled to focus on topics and book selections. She has been very caring and even follow up with little... - Masae, 47 lessons with Ann

Fiction Writing, Creative Writing, and Story Development
I have over 20 years of experience teaching writing, literature, storytelling, and close reading at the high school and college levels. As a tenured English professor, I helped students understand how fiction works through character, plot,...
I have over 20 years of experience teaching writing, literature, storytelling, and close reading at the high school and college levels. As a tenured English professor, I helped students understand how fiction works through character, plot,...

Published Author with 15+ Years of Teaching Experience
...experience! With the completion of each essential step in the overall fiction writing process, I provide my students with useful feedback as an example reader of their fiction writing to help them get a better idea of how their writing may be received...
...experience! With the completion of each essential step in the overall fiction writing process, I provide my students with useful feedback as an example reader of their fiction writing to help them get a better idea of how their writing may be received...
What Peter F. did for my paper was much needed and calming. By helping me to understand my errors and put everything in order for a cohesive narrative; I was able to submit a stellar paper. After working with Peter, I felt more co... - KIMBERLY, 39 lessons with Peter

Fiction Writing Tutor | Screenwriter & Published Story Developer
As a professional screenwriter with credits on major productions at Netflix, I bring real industry experience to fiction writing instruction. I specialize in character development, narrative structure, dialogue, and world-building: the...
As a professional screenwriter with credits on major productions at Netflix, I bring real industry experience to fiction writing instruction. I specialize in character development, narrative structure, dialogue, and world-building: the...

Experienced Fiction Writing Coach
For a decade, I've honed my craft in fiction writing, developing a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals of great storytelling across genres and forms. My experience extends beyond personal creative pursuits; I also served as...
For a decade, I've honed my craft in fiction writing, developing a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals of great storytelling across genres and forms. My experience extends beyond personal creative pursuits; I also served as...
Working with Kylie was one of the best decisions I made during my medical school application process. Her edits were thoughtful, precise, and elevated my writing without ever losing my voice. She has an exceptional ability to clar... - Andrew, 6 lessons with Kylie

Ph.D. in Art History and Published Novelist
I've published three fiction novels as well as numerous stories. I am presently teaching a course on Visual Art and Story Structure. My talent lies in dialogue and in enabling readers to visualize the scenes in my novels. I love offering young...
I've published three fiction novels as well as numerous stories. I am presently teaching a course on Visual Art and Story Structure. My talent lies in dialogue and in enabling readers to visualize the scenes in my novels. I love offering young...

Harvard Grad for Fiction Writing Tutoring
As a non-traditional student, I never felt that I 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...
As a non-traditional student, I never felt that I 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...
Benjamin is an exceptionally knowledgeable and talented teacher and writer. He has helped my daughter develop her personal essay, and his feedback is always detailed, clear, and insightful. He encourages her to think more deeply a... - Willow, 11 lessons with Benjamin

Fiction Writing Tutor | Storytelling, Character Development, Editing
I have experience helping students strengthen their fiction writing skills, from building engaging plots to creating memorable characters. I work with writers at all levels, whether they are just starting out or refining a finished draft. I...
I have experience helping students strengthen their fiction writing skills, from building engaging plots to creating memorable characters. I work with writers at all levels, whether they are just starting out or refining a finished draft. I...
This review is way overdue, but I had to share how amazing Dr. Dave is! I worked with him for help on a really difficult statistics assignment in my political science class, and he was an absolute game-changer. I had tried working... - Iva, 2 lessons with David F.

Award Winning - Fiction Writer
Having graduated with a master's Degree from Imperial College London and worked for over fifteen years on creative/fiction writing projects, I have extensive experience in writing techniques that will take your project to the next...
Having graduated with a master's Degree from Imperial College London and worked for over fifteen years on creative/fiction writing projects, I have extensive experience in writing techniques that will take your project to the next...
John is extremely knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with. Our first lesson we talked about my goals and worked through crucial exercises. I would recommend John to a friend. - Spencer, 3 lessons with John

Bachelor's in Writing with 15+ years of Fiction Writing
I have extensive experience in fiction writing, including published short stories and award-winning work in poetry and fiction. I have completed more than ten upper-level undergraduate courses in creative writing and screenwriting, with a...
I have extensive experience in fiction writing, including published short stories and award-winning work in poetry and fiction. I have completed more than ten upper-level undergraduate courses in creative writing and screenwriting, with a...

Summa Cum Laude-published writer and competitions winner
Many of my experiences have proven me to be versatile in creative writing. I’ve previously worked 1-1 with an English professor in crafting unique, fictional essays regarding the literary theme of “peace and justice”, was a semester-long...
Many of my experiences have proven me to be versatile in creative writing. I’ve previously worked 1-1 with an English professor in crafting unique, fictional essays regarding the literary theme of “peace and justice”, was a semester-long...
Mr. Jacob tutored me for my American Government college level course. He is an absolutely amazing tutor and really digs deep into what he is helping you with and makes sure you understand it well before moving on. I like the way h... - Joanna, 59 lessons with Jacob

Bachelor's in English, high school English teacher
Throughout my undergraduate studies, I have delved into many fictional narratives ranging from E.T.A. Hoffmann's "The Sandman" and Franz Kafka's "The Trial" to Edgar Allan Poe's "The Black Cat." The intersectionality of the different topics and...
Throughout my undergraduate studies, I have delved into many fictional narratives ranging from E.T.A. Hoffmann's "The Sandman" and Franz Kafka's "The Trial" to Edgar Allan Poe's "The Black Cat." The intersectionality of the different topics and...

BFA and MFA in Creative Writing
I have spent most of my life as a prolific reader and writer, studied fiction writing at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and have taught fiction writing in undergraduate courses in Creative Writing for 3+ years. As a...
I have spent most of my life as a prolific reader and writer, studied fiction writing at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and have taught fiction writing in undergraduate courses in Creative Writing for 3+ years. As a...
Emma was such a huge help with an English assignment I was working on. I had been struggling with writing the whole semester and recognized I needed some support with putting my analysis the text into words that flowed well and us... - Mahika, 15 lessons with Emma

Creative Writer & M.A. Candidate with Fiction Workshop Experience
I am currently completing my M.A. in Liberal Studies with a concentration in Creative Writing at Dartmouth College, where I’ve taken graduate-level coursework in fiction writing. I have experience reading and reviewing fiction...
I am currently completing my M.A. in Liberal Studies with a concentration in Creative Writing at Dartmouth College, where I’ve taken graduate-level coursework in fiction writing. I have experience reading and reviewing fiction...
My tutor, Chennelle Channer, was truly exceptional, and I cannot speak highly enough of her and all the support she provided me. She was incredibly helpful in every possible way, from being flexible and accommodating when it came ... - Patricia, 33 lessons with Chennelle

Certified ELA Teacher with Almost 2 Decades in the Classroom
With 18.5 years of experience teaching English Language Arts, including dedicated creative writing courses, I've honed a deep understanding of what makes a compelling story. My expertise extends to guiding students through various writing modes...
With 18.5 years of experience teaching English Language Arts, including dedicated creative writing courses, I've honed a deep understanding of what makes a compelling story. My expertise extends to guiding students through various writing modes...
Katherine is an excellent tutor! My child says she is friendly, comes prepared to their lessons, and is good at identifying my child's weaknesses. She's supportive and warm in her instruction, which are qualities that help my daug... - Jen, 16 lessons with Katherine

Published novelist & story coach for fiction writers
I’m the author of three acclaimed novels published by Penguin Random House and Scholastic Press, with more books forthcoming. Drawing from my experience as a novelist and my certificate in teaching creative writing from the University of...
I’m the author of three acclaimed novels published by Penguin Random House and Scholastic Press, with more books forthcoming. Drawing from my experience as a novelist and my certificate in teaching creative writing from the University of...
Charlene was outstanding in our first session. She immediately connected with my daughter, listened carefully to her goals, and created a thoughtful plan to guide her over the next couple of months. Her feedback was insightful and... - Jacob, 12 lessons with Charlene

MFA & PhD in Writing with 20+ Years of Teaching & Editing 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...
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...
I was really glad that I found Kanika. She prepared me for the AP Literature's poetry test when I needed an emergency help. She is very responsive, meticulous, and patient. She checked in with me that I understood everything I nee... - Carri

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...
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...
Youmna helped me outline, draft, and revise my personal statements for my transfer applications, and I got into every school I applied to. She is kind, easy to talk to, kind, and very collaborative, while also giving clear and ins... - Aniya, 5 lessons with Youmna

English Educator & Creative Writing Coach
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 was...
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 was...
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

Lifelong Fiction Writer
I've been writing fiction since teaching myself to read at age four, including short stories, novels, movies and television series. I have experience in a variety of genres, such as science fiction, historical fiction, fantasy and dystopian. I've...
I've been writing fiction since teaching myself to read at age four, including short stories, novels, movies and television series. I have experience in a variety of genres, such as science fiction, historical fiction, fantasy and dystopian. I've...
Sarah helped me craft an essay that won me a full tuition scholarship for Baylor University!!! It was a rigorous and competitive scholarship and she helped me through it, she even has studied how to win scholarships and helped me ... - Salina, 12 lessons with Sarah

Creative Writer & Storytelling Aficionado
I have a strong passion for fiction writing, with a particular focus on crafting short stories. Through independent practice, I have honed my skills in character development, narrative structure, and creating engaging dialogue. Writing...
I have a strong passion for fiction writing, with a particular focus on crafting short stories. Through independent practice, I have honed my skills in character development, narrative structure, and creating engaging dialogue. Writing...
Makayla is a very compassionate tutor. Makayla has taught me to think critically and she also has helped me expand my vocabulary. If I”m having a difficult time she always displays patience. Makayla is always on time for our sessi... - Cassie, 43 lessons with Makayla
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On Wyzant, you can find online and in-person tutoring for fiction writing, helping students craft stories, develop characters, and build compelling worlds. Whether you’re writing short stories, novels, or experimenting with new styles, working with a dedicated instructor provides personalized guidance that fits your pace, interests, and goals. Wyzant offers flexible scheduling so you can learn at home, on your own time, or through local sessions with experienced writers.
Fiction writing is the craft of creating imaginary stories, characters, and settings presented in prose. It involves understanding narrative structure, developing dialogue, and maintaining pacing to keep readers engaged. This discipline encompasses multiple forms - from brief sketches to full-length novels - and relies on creativity and technical skill to craft immersive, compelling stories that resonate.
Wyzant helps learners transform their writing ideas into polished stories by connecting them with expert tutors. Personalized sessions build confidence, refine techniques, and provide practical feedback. Whether you're exploring creative writing for the first time or working on a project that requires expert advice, Wyzant’s teachers can support you every step of the way.
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