Your book's homepage
Every author needs an online presence. If you’re selling a book online at Amazon, Waterstones, etc, existing and potential readers need to know that you are a serious author with a strong brand and established identity. Your website communicates your personality, genre and style. It’s an extension of your writing and is one of the most effective marketing tools you can have.
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Publishing author websites
As an author, you will rarely be around to convince thousands of potential readers of your writing prowess, explain your style and influences or tell them what titles you are working on. Regardless of whether you plan to sell your book directly from your own site or use third-party selling platforms such as Amazon, your book sales success will be affected by how your potential readership perceives you. That perception is shaped by your book cover, book reviews and your profile or ‘author brand’ as presented on your website.
Improve your author profile online
If an Amazon customer reads a glowing review for your book but needs help finding out who you are to reinforce and validate their decision to buy, they may not commit to the purchase. It’s not their financial investment that is the deciding factor; it’s as much the time investment that they might be prepared to make into a serious author’s work. Your website also communicates the nature of your publishing brand; are you, the author, the main brand element in the website, or is it the publishing name you’ve chosen for your ISBNs? Perhaps the site is dedicated to a particular book series instead of your author profile.
Easy to update websites
You can approach your site in many ways, and we can help you uncover the most appropriate one to help you be the kind of author you want to be. Your website fulfils this need for communication and will be used by you to host a blog, redirect readers to the retail outlets for your work, and, crucially, make you searchable online. This may sound complex, but we create our sites to allow you the freedom to update and maintain your pages without needing any programming knowledge.
From browser to fan
We build in a modular fashion, meaning you can start with the basics such as Home, Books and Contact pages. Then, as time and budget allow, you can add various extras such as a Blog, Shop, News, and multimedia items like a Gallery and Video Adverts for your titles, etc. Once you have a book or two online, traffic will begin to flow to your site, and this is when you have a chance to really impress your potential readership and turn them into loyal fans. You can see some examples of our author websites below:
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We're all you need, under one hat
- Author websites for self-published and independent writers
- Professional online presence to support your books and author brand
- Book pages, retail links and contact details all in one clear place
- Website design matched to your genre, style and readership
- Reader trust built beyond your Amazon or Waterstones listing
- Author, series or imprint sites shaped around your publishing goals
- Content managed builds designed for easy future updates
- Modular website options that can grow with your author career
- Blogs, shops, galleries and news pages available as optional extras
- Search-friendly author websites to help readers discover you online
Frequently asked questions
Q: How long does it take to build my author website?
Most author websites are completed within 3–6 weeks, depending on the complexity of your requirements and how quickly you provide content. We keep you updated throughout the process and ensure your site is ready for launch on schedule.
Q: Do I need to provide my own images and content?
We encourage you to provide your author photo, book covers and any specific content you’d like featured. If needed, we can assist with sourcing high-quality images and help craft compelling copy to showcase your books and brand.
Q: Can my website include links to my social media profiles?
Yes. We can add prominent links or icons to your social media accounts, making it easy for readers to connect with you across platforms and stay updated on your latest news and releases.
Q: Is ongoing website maintenance included?
We offer ongoing maintenance packages to keep your website secure, updated and running smoothly. This includes software updates, backups and technical support, so you can focus on your writing.
Q: Can my website feature book reviews and testimonials?
Absolutely. We can create dedicated sections for reader reviews, endorsements and media quotes, helping to build credibility and encourage new readers to explore your books.
Q: What if I already have a website—can you redesign or update it?
Yes. We can refresh your existing website with a new design, improved functionality and updated content, ensuring your online presence reflects your current brand and publishing goals.
