Website Design
New websites and design updates for authors
You’re proud of your writing. Now, it’s time to build your online presence.
A professional website is for your readers, your publisher, and you.
Readers
Publishers
You
As an author, you need a website that . . .
- Establishes your expertise or genre
- Builds a community
- Promotes your books
- Is easy to update
- Is designed to fit your unique voice
- Is optimized for mobile
- Serves as your online hub
How it Works
Just because it’s a major part of your author journey doesn’t mean it has to be complicated. Let me help. Each potential project starts with a free consultation call for us to decide if we will be a good fit, and talk about what you are looking for.
I typically recommend SiteGround for hosting, and use WordPress and Divi to build your site. During your consultation call we can talk about other options.
The Conversation
Creating your website is not one-site-fits-all. I want to talk to you about what you are looking for (and what you aren't) in a website. Book a free consultation call to ask questions and talk about the best website approach for you.
The Project
I book website projects 1-3 weeks out, and the timeline for your launch depends on the package you decide on. Every client receives client portal access. In the portal you keep track of deadlines, upload and download files, and access resources.
The Hand-Off
I believe you should ultimately have control over your website. My process is designed around a complete site hand-off at the end of the project. At delivery I hand you the keys. I do have additional services for updates or changes on an hourly basis.
The Conversation
Creating your website is not one-site-fits-all. I want to talk to you about what you are looking for (and what you aren't) in a website. Book a free consultation call to ask questions and talk about the best website approach for you.
The Project
I book website projects 1-3 weeks out, and the timeline for your launch depends on the package you decide on. Every client receives client portal access. In the portal you keep track of deadlines, upload and download files, and access resources.
The Hand-Off
I believe you should ultimately have control over your website. My process is designed around a complete site hand-off at the end of the project. At delivery I hand you the keys. I do have additional services for updates or changes on an hourly basis.
Full Website Packages
One-Page Website
For authors on a tight budget looking for a clean, stunning professional website that is easy to maintain- Custom website design created with Carrd
- 4 sections (typically Home, About, Books, and Contact)
- Custom domain name
- Personal client portal with training resources, questionaires, and checklists to help you create content.
- Renews at $19/yearly
- mobile friendly
- Sign-up form for your email list
- Links to your social media accounts
Standard Website
For authors looking to invest in a customized website that can grow to fit future needs- Website created with WordPress Divi, (other options can be discussed)
- 5–7 designed pages to fit your needs (homepage, contact, blog, books, about, In the Press, media kit, etc.)
- Author Branding Essentials (includes a logo, brand colors, and fonts)
- Custom domain name
- Mobile friendly
- Sign-up form for your email list
- Links to your social media accounts
- Personal client portal with training resources, questionaires, and project documents.
- Renewal price varies depending on chosen builder and hosting. $150-350/year average.
Premium Website
For authors looking to invest in a customized website and want to include additional design services- Website created with WordPress Divi, (other options can be discussed)
- 6–9 designed pages to fit your needs (homepage, contact, blog, books, about, In the Press, media kit, etc.)
- Premium Author Branding (includes 2 logo variations, logomark, brand colors, fonts, custom design elements, and overall design and tone direction)
- Custom domain name
- 10 product and lifestyle photos of your book when printed, to be used on social media, website, and marketing platforms
- Professional Headshot session (for those in the Grand Rapids area. Click here for more details. Upgrade to branding session available.)
- Mobile friendly
- Sign-up form for your email list
- Links to your social media accounts
- Personal client portal with training resources, questionaires, and project documents.
- Renewal price varies depending on chosen builder and hosting. $150-350/year average.
Existing Website Updates
Are you happy with your website system, but need someone to update the content, structure, or design? I also offer an hourly or custom project rate for website revisions or updates. I still start these projects with a consultation call to make sure we are a good fit and you have a system I can work with.
Simple edits, basic design updates, etc. start at $45/hr and can typically start within a week.
Extensive updates of an existing site generally fall within $1,000–$2,000 depending on how large the website is.