Samantha Kelly is a graduate publisher with a master's degree in literature and publishing from the National University of Ireland, Galway, where she specialized in marketing analysis of young adult literature. She has experience in copyediting, proofreading, and project management, along with a strong background in writing and critical thinking, demonstrated through various volunteering roles. Samantha is also a passionate book blogger focusing on young adult literature and actively engages with social media to promote her work.

1. Samantha Kelly
Mobile: 085 2295988 Email: kellysamantha.j@gmail.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/samantha-kelly-a2601b107
Twitter: @faraway_fiction
Blog: farawayfiction.blog
Personal Profile: Genuine passion for literature, editing and writing. Recent experience in publishing
has improved knowledge and understanding in editing, marketing, and project management. Proven
ability to prioritise and work to tight deadlines. Able to work both independently and as part of a
productive team, demonstrating the motivation and problem-solving abilities required to meet
demanding deadlines. Determined to learn and improve as an editor and publisher. Committed to
reading avidly.
Education:
(2015 – 2016) Masters of Literature and Publishing, National University of Ireland, Galway. 2:1
Thesis (2016): Marketing analysis of contemporary young adult literature.
Group Project: Project manager and editor of ROPES, a literary journal the MA published.
Modules: Contemporary publishing.
Copyediting and proofreading.
Publishing law: researched the literary and artistic copyright laws.
(2012 – 2015) Bachelors of Arts, National University of Ireland, Galway.
Subjects: English and Philosophy. 2:1
Previous Subjects: Psychology and Classics.
Thesis (2015): Bioethical research into abortion with case studies.
Seminar (2014): Research journalism and media (portfolio available of three works). 1:1
(2006 – 2012) Leaving Certificate, St Paul’s Secondary School, Monasterevin, Co. Kildare.
Company (2010): CEO of a Mini Company.
Skills Profile:
Microsoft I am a competent user of Office, PowerPoint and Excel. I have use these tools often
to manage schedules, display market research, create press releases and advanced
information sheets.
Marketing I am an active user of many social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter,
Snapchat, Instagram. I update the media platforms for Orpen Press.
Research Investigating case studies in NUIG’s archives has provided me with substantial skills
in research. Result 1:1.
Blogging Recently I have launched a young adult book blog called Faraway Fiction. I review
books and blog about young adult and new adult literature.
Writing Volunteering for the college paper and An Ait Eile has provided me with a strong
background in critical thinking, writing professionally and with strong supporting
arguments.

2. Team work Experience has taught me to build strong relationships with colleagues. Many of the
editors, typesetters and indexers I communicate with work independently; thus, I
must communicate clearly and effectively.
Work Experience:
(August – Present) Graduate Publisher, Orpen Press, Dublin, Ireland.
 Organising events, such as book launches
 Sales and marketing research
 Copyediting and proofreading
 Creating press release and AI sheets
 Managing social media platforms, mainly Facebook and Twitter
(August – Present) Graduate Publisher, Lonsdale Law Publishing, Dublin, Ireland.
 Proofreading and copyediting
 Project managing manuscripts
 General administrative tasks
(May – July) English Tutor, EP Academy, Bergamo, Italy.
 Tutoring English to Italian Children
Achievements:
(2015 – 2016) I was appointed class representative of the MA class.
(2013 – 2016) Alive Certificate for volunteering as a journalist for Student Independent News.
(2014 – 2015) Scholarship of €1500 for business plan for McDonalds. I had to design and develop a
new product for McDonald’s restaurants, one month was given for this assignment.
I was one in fifteen in Ireland who won this annual scholarship.
(2009 – 2010) Bronze Gaisce, the President’s Award.
Interests:
Academic I am in the process of publishing a couple of academic papers I researched in 2016.
My thesis in marketing and my publishing law paper are being assessed.
Voluntary For the past five years I have made it a priority to set time aside for voluntary roles.
This year I have made myself available to proofread academic papers for students of
NUIG.
Reading As a blogger I have a keen interest in reading as much as I can for reviews. Mainly, I
read YA; however, I have an interest in classics, fiction, fantasy and science fiction.
Social media Recently, I have taken to Instagram as a bookstagrammer. My account is:
@faraway_fiction.
Referees:
Course Director of the MA in Literature and Publishing, Dr Rebecca Barr, rebecca.barr@nuigalway.ie
Lecturer in Publishing Law, Ms Maureen O’ Sullivan, maureen.osullivan@nuigalway.ie