Mentorship and coaching

Writing Coaching & Creative Development Programme

Nurturing Confident Writers From Childhood to Adulthood
At Young Fine Arts Productions Publication House (Pty) LTD, we don’t just teach writing — we develop writers.
Our Writing Coaching Programme is designed to support children, teens, and adults at every stage of their creative journey. Whether your child is discovering words for the first time or you’re an adult with a story to tell, we provide structured guidance, encouragement, and real creative outcomes.
This page brings together everything YFAP offers under writing development — coaching, assessments, editing, publishing pathways, competitions, and creative opportunities.

What We Do

📚 Writing Coaching
(Ages 8– Adults)

Our weekly coaching sessions focus on:

Reading & comprehension
Grammar and sentence building
Creative thinking and storytelling
Confidence in written expression
Developing a consistent writing habit

Sessions are available as:

Hourly sessions
Extended 90-minute sessions
Weekly coaching programmes

Each age group receives age-appropriate guidance, delivered in a supportive and encouraging environment.

✏️ Writing Skills & Placement Review

Before coaching begins, writers may complete a short skills review to help us understand their current level.
This allows us to:

Identify strengths and growth areas
Recommend the most suitable coaching plan
Personalise the learning experience

This review is not a test — it’s a starting point.

✍🏽 Editing & Manuscript Support

For writers ready to polish their work, YFAP offers:

Professional editing & proofreading
Developmental feedback
Manuscript preparation for publishing

Editing rate: R0.25 per word

📖 Publishing Pathways

YFAP is a registered publication house offering:

ISBN assistance
Book formatting & layout
Cover design
Author pages on our website
Pre-order setup & promotional support

Writers who show commitment and growth may be guided toward publication opportunities.

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Who This Is For?

Parents seeking creative development for their children
Teens exploring storytelling, journaling, or poetry
Adults with stories, memoirs, or ideas to write
Aspiring authors looking for guidance and support

Why Parents & Writers Choose YFAP

Child-centred and confidence-focused approach
African-rooted storytelling and creative expression
Affordable, structured programmes
Clear growth pathways from writing to publishing
Supportive coaching, not pressure

How to Start Your Writing Journey

Whether you’re nurturing a young writer or building your own voice, YFAP is here to guide the process from first sentence to finished work.

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