It’s been a whirlwind of a year (and a long time since I posted a blog, oops). I revamped my author website and looked back on my old blog posts, and it really showed me how far I’ve come in this journey. I’ve learned SO much, met so many incredible people, and I’m adding to my arsenal of books.
But in this post, I want to make an exciting announcement: I started a business! A website design business dedicated to authors. (I technically started it 3 years ago, but I’m really trying to build it up now!)
I present: The Writer’s Website
Why did I start this business?
Well, I love the writing community. I love designing websites. Why not help the community I love by providing professional, yet affordable, author websites?
Whether you’re self-publishing or going the traditional or indie route, a website gives authors an online platform you can control (unlike social media). It also shows agents, editors, and readers that you’re taking your writing career seriously.
But… figuring out hosting, branding, and messaging can suck all of the creative energy out of you. Not to mention annual fees add up. And that little website that shows off your passion turns from exciting to stressful.
I’ve built nearly 20 websites for authors (and probably over 350 websites for other various industries), so I have a solid process in website development.
I set up the hosting, domain name, and SSL certificate. Then, I work with the author on copy and the brand/look. I design it on WordPress (with my own two hands, no AI. Because everyone deserves a personalized, one-of-a-kind human-made website). Then I set up SEO and Google Analytics. Finally, I send over a personalized training video on how the author can update it themself.
I don’t want to bore you with the details of my process, but if you WANT the details, check out my website: https://writerwebsitedesign.com
I will, however, highlight a few websites I built (in otherwords, show off some awesome authors). My favorite part is branding the author. Sure, I set up hosting and all the technical stuff, but I love taking an author’s vibe and highlighting it through their website. Children’s authors, women’s fiction, horror, fantasy, they all look different! And I get to highlight such talented authors to help them get their books out into the world. How cool is that??
So, here are just a few websites I had the honor of building:
If you have any website questions, feel free to reach out at emily@writerwebsitedesign.com, or follow me on any of my socials: @writerswebsite (I am managing so many social media accounts now, send help).
Thank you to all the wonderful authors who trusted me with your website!
