The Best creative writing Tutors in Chicago, IL

Chicago, IL

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

...to help you strengthen your voice & 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, mock interviews, presentation coaching... See Izidora's full profile

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 proofreading, Grammar, and Vocabulary tutoring! See Chhavi'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

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 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 especially well with students who feel blocked, unsure, or disconnected from... See Anthony's full profile

Near Chicago, 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 and creativity. I've tutored a variety of students from undergraduates to... See Jeff's full profile

Chicago, IL

Published Author working towards BA/MAPH in Creative Writing

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 currently pursue a... See Tyler's full profile

Chicago, IL

Creative Writing, Screenwriting, Cartooning, Video Production

My writing and cartoons have been published by HarperCollins, 9-1-1 Magazine, the Directors Guild of America, the International Television Association, and AmeriCorps among commissions from private patrons. I regularly teach cartooning, creative writing (screenplay), filmmaking, and acting at Northwestern... See Steven's full profile

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. As a native Spanish speaker and someone who's passionate about languages, I also love helping others learn... See ADI'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

Creative Writing Tutor

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... See Andrew's full profile

Published Writer with BA in English - Creative Writing

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... See Ligia's full profile

Leading Creative Writing Mentor - 25 Years' Experience

Certificate in teaching English from Massachusetts. Teacher-Consultant for the National Writing Project. Certificate in Creative Writing from UC Berkeley. See Jonathan's full profile

B.A. in English and Creative Writing

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... See Jordyn's full profile

Creative Writing Tutor/Editor (Ivy-Educated + MFA)

...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... See Mimi's full profile

Seasoned Creative Writing Instructor and Editor

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... See Keisha's full profile

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,... See Amy's full profile

Master's in Creative Writing, 12 Years Experience in Fiction & Poetry

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... See Andrew'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

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... See Lori's full profile

Permanently certified, 20-yr exp. ELA gr 7-12 and AP Lang and Lit

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... See Jocelyn's full profile

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... See Dana's full profile

Experienced Creative Writing Coach for Middle & High School Students

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... See Wendy's full profile

Creative Writing Tutor: Multi-Genre, Voice & Storytelling

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... See Heidi's full profile

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. See Michael's full profile