Creative Writing Tuition and Coaching
Welcome.
Feeling a little lost
in the world of creative writing?
Could you benefit from some professional advice?
Would you like some guidance?
My name is Rob Sanders. I’m a writer, like you.
Regardless of your preferred genre or level of development, I think I can help.
But first, let me show you why you are in good hands.
"A talented writer who understands literature"
-Kwame Kwei-Armah OBE
About
Rob Sanders is the author of twelve novels, as well as numerous anthologised short stories, novellas, audio dramas, computer games and comics. His fiction has won national writing competitions, been featured on the BBC and appeared on the New York Times Best Seller list. His poetry has been short listed in national contests. He lives off the beaten track in the small city of Lincoln, UK.
Books by Rob Sanders
Available in a range of languages and formats: hardback, paperback, ebook and audiobook
Novels
Short Stories
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Other Media
Translations
Praise
Industry
“A talented writer who
understands literature”
Kwame Kwei-Armah OBE, playwright and Artistic Director of the Young Vic
CRIME WRITING
"He writes very well"
Carole Blake, Chairman of the judges for BBC 'End of Story' Creative
Writing Competition
CRIME WRITING
“His writing is very strong,
delivers a lot and is
very effective”
Peter Cox, Redhammer Management and Litopia agent-in-residence
LITERARY FICTION
"Great tales, well told"
Starburst Magazine
SPECULATIVE FICTION
“Sanders descriptive, elegant prose proves very effective. An author who just seems to get better and better”
SF Book Reviews
SCIENCE FICTION
"Inventive and original"
The British Fantasy Society
FANTASY
Readership
"Sanders has proven himself to be a descriptive writer without equal whose words stretch the boundaries of prose and occasionally tap-dance into the realm of poetry. His ability to paint a visceral, heart-pounding picture with words is second to none"
"Brutally inventive. His pacing is almost preternaturally precise - the character beats interspersed between swathes of violence that are exceptionally well done. It is fiction of outstanding creativity and excitement"
"A prose powerhouse. A deft wordsmith, and his masterful usage of figurative language is the best. The world-building here is impeccable. The action is plentiful, and well-choreographed. The dialogue is sharp and the plot sharply paced"
“An excellent read by a talented writer. Some strong and compelling characters, a flowing and exciting story, and an absolutely epic ending. Everything you would want"
“Sanders has a gift. He is a confident writer whose prose is quick-paced and he’s able to draw the reader along with the story (it was very difficult to put this novel down). His prose is very well crafted, painting just the picture he wants us to see, without over-describing or adding extraneous wordage and exposition. Highly recommended. Thoroughly enjoyable"
“Enjoy what Sanders has to offer. He’s an exceptionally skilled writer"
“An absolutely exceptional read, as it has everything you'd expect. Action, great characters and twists and turns a plenty from beginning to end. Definitely one of the best I have read"
"Sanders is a fine wordsmith. The prose is fantastic. I can't wait for his next novel"
"Sanders delivers character-driven prose sprinkled liberally with mouth-watering action at a relentless, unforgiving pace that pulls you into the story and doesn't let go. I enjoyed this book immensely. A brilliant piece of work that should see him thoroughly ensconced in the bestseller lists for the foreseeable future (he's hit the New York Times bestsellers list recently). Watch this space..."
"Anything by Sanders is a day one buy for me"
"Ten out of ten. A masterpiece"
"One of the best and brightest"
“Sanders never loses the tempo and tension of this story, and that's why it is such a great read. What can I say? I love this story. Every, single part of it just oozed atmosphere and could be found on every page of this masterful work"
“Unlike most authors, you never know quite what you are going to get. If Sanders was the money or the box, you would always go for the box"
"Has almost everything – drama, action, adventure. Sanders being the talent he is hits all of his writing goals"
"This is just brilliant. I could not put it down and stayed up much later then I should have to finish it. Sanders has truly created a masterclass story. Highly recommended"
"Devious plotting and a frantic breakneck paced read that will leave you shell shocked and dying for more"
“A particularly well realised piece of writing. The characters are developed exceptionally well within the limited parameters of the form and the genuine atmosphere of horror and primal fear that Sanders cultivates has left me with a gnawing hunger for more of his work"
"Smart, tight storytelling, a rip-roaring pace. It’s a great, exciting story. Thoroughly enjoyable"
"Some of the most vivid prose I've ever read"
"The book is well-written. Sanders is a great wordsmith"
"Sanders has done a fantastic job. This is a different level entirely. Powerful stuff, full of everything you expect and provides a full-strength shot of action, intrigue and excitement"
"Sanders is clearly a good writer. His characterization is really well done and his prose style is readable and intelligent- really flexes his literary acumen”
“Enthralled. The story reads like a rollercoaster ride, and I was enjoying myself all the way to the very end. Sanders has done a sterling job"
"The story is well written and thought through. There's an integrity of vocabulary and thought that remains at the same high quality throughout — so full marks to the author for that. A fast-paced adventure that took me by surprise by its quality and intelligence. It's very hard to put down"
"This is a wonderfully written, delivered, and planned piece of work. From outset, to completion, this is great stuff. An excellent story "
"Oh man what a read! I couldn't set it down. Coupling the action with how personal the story was, and the how well crafted. A damn good story. Just phenomenal. Damn good stuff from Mr. Sanders, I'm still shocked and awed!"
Creative Writing Tuition and Coaching
There. That's better.
When you are considering a creative writing coach or tutor then credibility is important. Whether it's my First Class Honours in English Literature, my 25 years of tutoring experience, my achievements in literary competitions, the securing of a literary agent or my 20 years of publishing industry experience exemplified through my published novels and anthologised short stories, you now have a wealth of evidence that I know what I'm doing. That you would be in good hands with me as your creative writing coach.
Have you ever noticed that the people you find online who teach creative writing often aren’t teachers and have precious little experience as published writers?
You likely don’t need a well-meaning creative writing student, a little further into this enterprise than your good self. You don’t need some university lecturer, who has a creative writing course to offer you but none of the insight that comes from genuine industry experience. You don’t need an author with a mysterious and idiosyncratic process that they can’t impart to you.
You need someone who is in the trenches - like you are. Someone further down the road but who remembers the way and can teach you the path.
You need someone like me.
I am a friendly, good-humoured and sensitive teacher who is also well-versed in the arts of constructive honesty - and honesty is important. You cannot expect your spouse, your mother, your friends or followers to be objective. They have skin in the game. I am represented by a literary agent, who I engage to be honest with me about my work - because honesty and constructive criticism get us to where we need to be. As your creative writing tutor, I will do you the professional courtesy of the same.
Are you
- a young writer or a beginner who needs help developing their creative writing skills?
- writing your first story or novel and need coaching and guidance?
- in need of constructive advice about submitting a finished novel to publishers and literary agents?
- struggling to break through and would benefit from experienced feedback?
Then I can help you. I would love to share your journey.
Don’t hesitate to contact me and see what we can achieve together.
But aren't you going to try and sell me a highly-structured package going through every aspect of creative writing - language, structure, characterisation etc?
Why would I do that? A good coach or tutor identifies what a student needs to improve and then guides them through the process of making their writing better. I don't know what that is yet but I will swiftly and as soon as I do we will focus on targeted improvement. Honest industry advice? Manuscript analysis? Effective communication through the written word? Practical and emotional support on the road to publication. I do all of these but creative writing tuition is a highly bespoke enterprise. I should work around your needs not you work through a generalised course of my devising - some of which you might not need.
And the best bit. I'm not going to fleece you. I am going to charge you £55 per hourly session. No more than I charge my A-level English Literature students to help them get into university. Why should you be charged more for an hour of my expertise, just because your objective is creative writing?
This all starts with a conversation.
Contact me using the details below and we can spend 15 minutes getting to know your needs, how you would like to work and how I can help you.
I can't wait to speak to you, read your work and support you in your journey.