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Derek Murphy

Book marketing and publishing consultant at Creativindie
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Derek Murphy is a seasoned creativity expert and author with 18 years of experience in publishing, book marketing, and writing commercial fiction, holding a PhD in Comparative Literature from National Taiwan University.
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Derek Murphy is a seasoned expert in the creative industry, with 18 years of experience in writing, publishing, and marketing. He has worked with numerous bestselling authors and has built a large platform of fiction readers. Murphy holds a PhD in Comparative Literature from National Taiwan University and an MA in Foreign Language and Literature from National Cheng Kung University. He has also graduated cum laude in Philosophy/Theology from the University of Malta. As a skilled writer, editor, and publisher, Murphy has worked on various projects, including book covers, literary reviews, and manuscript critiques. He is fluent in multiple languages, including English, and has a strong background in creative writing, publishing, and marketing.

Experience

  • Creativindie
    • Book marketing and publishing consultant
      • Feb 2015 - Present

      I have several writing and publishing courses and also take on clients for personal coaching or book marketing support. I also invest in tools and resources to help authors DIY and avoid predatory author services.

    • Creativity Expert and Specialist
      • Jun 2006 - Present

      I help authors and artists produce and sell their best work on my personal blog Creativindie - I have several nonfiction research books planned about the creative process, dealing with fears and confidence, as well as the business of being a successful creative. Someday I may start a "paid to create" podcast with the slogan "intelligent conversations about art, literature and business."

  • Urban Epics
    • YA Scifi & Fantasy Novels
    • Scifi and Fantasy Author & Publisher
      • Mar 2015 - Present
      • YA Scifi & Fantasy Novels

      I write YA Scifi & Fantasy Novels full-time and have built a large platform of fiction readers - I'm on track to earn six figures a year from book sales, and have recently hired a team of writers to help me produce more content, faster. For authors who want to learn how to write commercial fiction, I have a course called "Bestseller Blueprint" with step-by-step plot outlines and writing tips.

  • Creativindie Design
    • Book cover designer and formatting expert
      • 2012 - Present

      I've worked with hundreds of bestselling authors and sold over $200K in book covers. I also help indie authors through the treacherous waters of publishing with how-to tutorials and marketing tips. More recently I've built templates and online tools to help authors design their own books.

  • The Book Butchers (Professional Editing Services)
    • Book editor - manuscript critiques and literary services for authors
      • 2014 - Present

      I offer a complete literary review package at The Book Butchers - to help you figure out how to pitch your book, query agents, and strengthen your online sales platform (which can all help you get a publishing deal, or sell more books if you go independent). We also offer proofreading and copyediting and competitive rates.

Education

  • National Taiwan University (PhD)
  • 2010 -
    National Taiwan University
    PhD, Comparative Literature
  • 2006 - 2010
    National Cheng Kung University
    MA, Foreign Language and Literature
  • 1998 - 2001
    University of Malta
    BA, Philosophy/Theology
  • Tigard High
  • National Taiwan University
    Comparative Literature (PhD)

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