Our Teachers
The Muse's instructors are all working writers and published authors who have taught courses at colleges, universities, and other community organizations. Read our teachers’ biographies and see what classes they are currently teaching.
Carrie Nelson
Carrie is a writer and educator dedicated to helping people become better writers, more capable storytellers, and pursue creative careers. She’s particularly passionate about projects where creative and professional writing combine, and loves helping people with query letters, application essays, creative cover letters, and more.
Before returning to the Hampton Roads area, she taught English in Seville, Spain, earned her masters degree from Virginia Tech, and spent ten years working at a creative university in Georgia.