Website Design 101 for Authors
There are three common flaws in author websites that frustrate your readers:
USER-EXPERIENCE
Your reader cannot find the information they are looking for such as how to buy your current books or the status of your next work.
CONNECTION
There is no contact information for you or your “About” page does not exist.
ENGAGEMENT
Fans of your books come to your website in search of something more. They want to get to know you, your process, your story world, and anything else you can share. This is where an email newsletter and a blog become useful tools.
At Hugsi Designs, we create personalized websites for authors that make their readers happy. When you make the browsing experience enjoyable and give a little extra to your fans, you will sell more books.
Authors need more than just a website.
You need a personalized digital strategy to reach new readers, connect with your existing audience, and fuel your creative process.
Hugsi Website Packages for Authors Include:
Personalized Website
Media Kit
Contact Forms
Starter Content Strategy
Lead Magnet Inspiration and Guidebook
Starter Lead Capture Strategy
Media Page (optional)
Author Blog (optional)
Move Beyond Author Website Templates
Writers need more than a pretty template for their websites. Whether a new indie author or an established writer with dozens of books, you deserve a website tailored to your literary universe.
Kickstart Your Email Newsletter
Social media is fickle, so we help authors kickstart their email newsletters. With a starter model and growth plan, you can begin building relationships with your readers that aren’t vulnerable to the whims of social platforms.
Lead Magnets Your Readers Want
How do you grow your email list? With a lead magnet (something free!) that your readers want. We work with you to find the perfect something that fits your audience and your author brand.
Whether you're a full-time author or just getting started, a website gives you the credibility you deserve.
Meet Your Author Website Designer
Natalie Guttormsson is a web designer, author, and podcast host who loves to help fellow writers boost their online presence with personalized author websites.