Logo
Book Writing & Publishing Tips from a Creativity Alchemist
Menu
  • Home
    • Blog
    • About
    • Start Here
      • 100K Goals
      • Nanowrimo Castle
      • Need help?
        • Current Projects
        • Book Marketing
        • Grow your email list
          • More About Me
            • Interviews and podcast appearances
            • My fiction writing
            • Travel Photos
            • Inspiration vs. Motivation
  • Write
    • How to write a book
    • Best keyboards
    • Best writing apps
  • Publish
  • Explore
    • Resources
    • Videos
    • Courses
    • Breathe
    • Manifesto

476+ free anime coloring pages (creepy kawaii dark fantasy adult printable coloring book sheets)

…need to boost the resolution (these are already killing my website bandwidth, but I’ll leave them free for as long as possible. Use them if you want; share and link… The 3 secrets to book marketing, and a haunted castle tour. Totally free. Get it...

2 days ago Derek Murphy 7
45 best writing software and apps for authors (write books faster with these amazing features!)

45 best writing software and apps for authors (write books faster with these amazing features!)

…creativity. That’s why there are many writing software programs that are specifically designed to cater to the needs of book authors. Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned author, the… The 3 secrets to book marketing, and a haunted castle tour. Totally free. Get it...

February 22, 2023 Derek Murphy how to write a book, writing software 2088

The two kinds of authors (which one are you?)

…don’t want help doing it differently, because they enjoy it they way it is. Can it be both? Sure! And for most authors, it probably is already. Most authors probably… The 3 secrets to book marketing, and a haunted castle tour. Totally free. Get it...

February 4, 2023 Derek Murphy 73

Best AI writer: advanced AI content writing generators for your story, book, blog or business.

…for most authors, it’s faster and easier to pay for help rather than learn how to self-edit. Most authors get help to make their story clean, but it still won’t… The 3 secrets to book marketing, and a haunted castle tour. Totally free. Get it...

January 27, 2023 Derek Murphy AI writing, AI writing software 69
2023 predictions for authors about publishing (AI writing, chatGPT legal issues and copyright)

2023 predictions for authors about publishing (AI writing, chatGPT legal issues and copyright)

…parts you avoid will be less daunting. Obviously this is bad news for proofreaders and editors; but it’ll save authors a lot of time and money for authors. PS. I’ve… The 3 secrets to book marketing, and a haunted castle tour. Totally free. Get it...

January 21, 2023 Derek Murphy AI writer, AI writing, GPT3 112
Free social media templates for reviews, excerpts or book marketing

Free social media templates for reviews, excerpts or book marketing

Social media marketing for authors can be tricky, but I acquired a cool tool to make design templates for authors earlier this year and promptly never spoke about it again……

December 20, 2022 Derek Murphy promotion, templates 154

How to make a children’s book in a weekend with AI… (and why you probably shouldn’t)

…does it matter? And what if you can’t tell? It’s an important conversation to be having, and if you’re a children’s book author (or any kind of author) you should… The 3 secrets to book marketing, and a haunted castle tour. Totally free. Get it...

December 12, 2022 Derek Murphy 222
Is Quillbots the best paraphrase tool? (AI writing & editing software)

Is Quillbots the best paraphrase tool? (AI writing & editing software)

…with some help, like hiring a ghostwriter or co-author. The prose will be cleaner and probably more engaging. A lot of authors probably aren’t interested in having AI tools write… The 3 secrets to book marketing, and a haunted castle tour. Totally free. Get it...

December 7, 2022 Derek Murphy editing, writing, writing tips 193
The creative war against AI art has already been lost

The creative war against AI art has already been lost

…refrain is that authors shouldn’t support AI writing because AI writing tools will come for their jobs next. And that’s true… but a lot of authors are already using them….

December 6, 2022 Derek Murphy inspiration 216
Writing prompts generator and story ideas that will banish writer’s block for good.

Writing prompts generator and story ideas that will banish writer’s block for good.

…and thank you 😁 — Joanne Macgregor (Author) (@JoanneMacg) December 3, 2022 There’s been a flurry of discussion about AI and what it means for authors and writers over the… The 3 secrets to book marketing, and a haunted castle tour. Totally free. Get it...

December 2, 2022 Derek Murphy creativity, inspiration, writing 230
123…11-2021-3031-4041-5051-51
Welcome
Logo
Book Writing & Publishing Tips from a Creativity Alchemist
From starving artist to creative genius. Marketing tips for artists and writers... so you can create your best work and thrive.
Recent Posts
476+ free anime coloring pages (creepy kawaii dark fantasy adult printable coloring book sheets)
2 days ago7
How to write a satisfying conclusion to your novel (multiple character arc plot resolution: ending with a powerful final battle scene)
14 days ago27
Character traits generator: dynamic fictional character development creator, questions and personality attributes list
14 days ago28
Static vs dynamic character development: How to write fictional characters (Last of Us backstory example)
15 days ago24
45 best writing software and apps for authors (write books faster with these amazing features!)
45 best writing software and apps for authors (write books faster with these amazing features!)
February 22, 20232088

🗝️

A 6-Step Plan to Unlock

Your Best Work
free guide
Trending
  • Trending
Free fiction writer’s template to help you plan and structure your novel (24 chapter plotting outline for word, scrivener, G-Docs, plottr)
Free fiction writer's template to help you plan and structure your novel (24 chapter plotting outline for word, scrivener, G-Docs, plottr)
10188
Free novel outlining template for Google docs
Free novel outlining template for Google docs
9897
The 8 brilliant fonts you NEED to use in your book layout (with type combos & samples)
The 8 brilliant fonts you NEED to use in your book layout (with type combos & samples)
7144
300+ Fool-Proof Fonts to use for your Book Cover Design (an epic list of best fonts per genre)
300+ Fool-Proof Fonts to use for your Book Cover Design (an epic list of best fonts per genre)
5944
How to make a full print book cover in Microsoft Word for KDP, Lulu or IngramSpark
How to make a full print book cover in Microsoft Word for KDP, Lulu or IngramSpark
5494
The horrible hidden truth behind the Secret Life of Walter Mitty that’s keeping you from your dreams.
The horrible hidden truth behind the Secret Life of Walter Mitty that's keeping you from your dreams.
5264
How much does the average author earn publishing their book?
How much does the average author earn publishing their book?
5207
Tags
authors book reviews books branding business cover design creativity crowdfunding digital nomad editing finish your book formatting freelance goals how to write a book insecurity inspiration kickstarter kindle marketing money motivation nanowrimo passive income plotting poetry procrastination productivity promotion publicity sales self-publishing sell art sell books social media templates wordpress work from home write faster writer's block writing writing a book writing contest writing retreat writing tips
Early Bird Discount: Save 70%
Early Bird Discount: Save 70%
Follow Me
Logo
Book Writing & Publishing Tips from a Creativity Alchemist
  • Home
  • About
  • Contact
  • Terms & Privacy

Derek Murphy © 2023. All Rights Reserved