An author website is a must-have for both published, seasoned authors and new writers. But if you’re new to writing or are not yet published, creating an author website might seem intimidating. You have a lot of decisions to make about what information to include,...
When creating an author website, most designers focus on big branding moments that offer the most real estate and visibility. This makes sense, since the website’s header and hero sections are large, focally placed elements where visitors will first look for your...
Updated April 2023 Many of us are taking a moment to acknowledge what we’re grateful for: good health and happiness, friends and family, a filling meal, and much more. And the tech experts at Web Design Relief would like to add website plugins to the list! The right...
Most writers can’t quit their day jobs, and that’s okay—as author Sylvia Plath stated, “Let me live, love, and say it well in good sentences.” Writing may not be a source of great income, but it does add zest to our lives! Good news, writer: At Web Design Relief, our...
Boosting the traffic and user engagement on your existing author website doesn’t require a complete overhaul of your site’s design. In fact, the experts at Web Design Relief know that just one small change can have a big impact on your website’s performance: social...
When creating your author website, as a writer, you’ll naturally focus on the home page text, your author bio, publication credits, and your books and writing. And these are all very important elements of your website! But at Web Design Relief, our experts know...
It’s been a marketing golden rule: Always gate your most valuable content. But is this still true today for author websites? As the gatekeeper of your author website, it is up to you to determine what content you will or won’t keep locked behind a sign-up form. The...
Updated April 2023 With busy days and ever-growing to-do lists putting the squeeze on your writing time, it can be easy to neglect your author website. But if you constantly put website maintenance on the back burner, your site will soon become outdated and...
When your author website homepage loads, you have mere seconds—maybe even a fraction of a second—to grab and hold your visitors’ attention. To accomplish this, your website needs to be well designed, and your message needs to be clear and intriguing. Think about your...
If you write short stories or poetry or books that you hope to publish, it’s a good idea to have an author photo ready. An author head shot or photo can be used on your author website, your book’s back cover, or with your bio info in a literary journal. The design...
If you need help nailing your brand, you’ve come to the right place. The designers know what questions to ask, what imagery translates best to the screen, and how to make your original idea come to life on your webpage. Conventional or quirky, your idea is in good hands with the Web Design Relief team.
Working with the Web Design Relief team was a total pleasure. They made the process easy, in-depth, professional, and lyrical. I wanted a site that leaned toward the bohemian and yet held an edge of minimalist sophistication. I couldn’t be happier with my very inviting and creative site! We should win awards with this one!
I cannot possibly detail how professional and helpful Web Design Relief has been in helping me launch my collection of short stories—there are just too many things they have done! They’ve been there for me all along the way, guiding me in developing my book and into the 21st century of web design and social media platforms. It could have been a bewildering journey; Instead it was one that was organized and so pleasant. Truly, Web Design Relief has blown me away by what they have created. The first time I watched my book trailer (who knew there were book trailers?), I cried. That team perfectly imaged what my book is about. I want to thank the whole team for their skill and creativity. I appreciate it so much.
I’m pleased with the look of my website. The team at Web Design Relief listened to my suggestions and added a few of their own to make my website look exactly how I envisioned it. I would definitely recommend using Web Design Relief if you are looking to create a website.
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