AUTHOR WEBSITE SOLUTIONS & SUPPORT
Your stories deserve a beautiful place to call home.
Thoughtful, personalized websites for authors—whether you need a quick fix, a fresh new look, or a website built from the ground up.
FIND THE RIGHT FIT FOR YOUR AUTHOR WEBSITE
THREE WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER
Whether you need a little help, a fresh new look, or a completely new website, there’s an option for where you are right now.
Website Essentials
Small fixes. Less frustration. More time for writing.
Get professional help with the technical tasks and updates that keep getting pushed to the bottom of your list.
Website updates & fixes
SEO & Google visibility
Security & maintenance
Domains & email setup
Newsletters & integrations
$225 $150
Up to 2 hours of support
Website Refresh
A website that finally feels like you.
Give your existing website a polished, cohesive new look that better reflects you and your stories.
Design refresh for homepage + up to 2 additional pages
Improved book displays & navigation
Mobile friendly updates
Basic on-page SEO
Homepage preview + revision round
$700+ $550+
Starting price
Custom Website
A digital home as unique as your stories.
We’ll create a personalized website that showcases your books, connects with readers, and gives your author career room to grow.
Custom design (up to 4 pages)
Platform guidance & recommendations
Book showcases & retailer links
Blog setup, if desired
Newsletter integration
Basic on-page SEO
Testing + final walkthrough
$1500+ $1200+
Starting price
WHY WORK WITH ME?
An author who understands your world.
A developer who understands the web.
Hi, I'm JoAnna! I'm an indie fantasy author and professional web developer with over 10 years of experience building and maintaining e-commerce websites for major household brands.
I've spent my career working behind the scenes of complex websites, solving technical problems, improving online experiences, and helping businesses connect with their customers.
But I'm also an author. I know firsthand how much time, creativity, and heart goes into writing a book—and how overwhelming it can feel to build an online presence while juggling everything else.
That's why I started offering website services specifically for indie authors.
I bring the technical expertise of an experienced developer together with the creative perspective of a fellow writer, helping you build a website that's beautiful, functional, and uniquely yours.
You focus on writing your stories. I'll help you give them a home.
————— HOW IT WORKS —————
Tell Me About Your Website
Fill out a short inquiry form and share your current website (if you have one) and what you’d like help with.
Get a Personalized Plan
I’ll review your needs and provide a clear scope of work, timeline, and price before we begin.
Your Website Comes To Life
I’ll handle the design and development work, keeping you informed along the way. You’ll have opportunities to review and provide feedback.
Launch With Confidence
Once everything is approved, we’ll get your website ready for readers. I’ll also help you understand how to make everyday updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Absolutely! You don't need to know exactly what your website needs before reaching out.
Tell me a little about your current website (if you have one) and what you're hoping to accomplish. I'll help you determine whether a quick fix, a visual refresh, or a completely new website makes the most sense for your goals and budget.
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Yes! I'm currently offering special introductory rates as I launch my author website services. Pricing may increase as my availability and portfolio grow. Your quoted project price will be confirmed before booking.
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I work with a variety of website platforms and am happy to explore options based on your project's needs.
If you already have a website, we'll start by discussing your current platform and what you'd like to accomplish. I'll review your setup to determine the best approach for your project.
If you're building a new website, I'll help you choose a platform that fits your goals, budget, and comfort level with managing your site.
My goal is to find the right solution for you—not force you into a particular platform. Platform compatibility and project scope will always be confirmed before booking.
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The exact requirements will depend on your project, but I'll guide you through everything you need to get started!
For most projects, you'll need to provide:
Website content: Written copy, book covers, author photos, purchase links, and any other materials you'd like included.
Branding and inspiration: Existing logos, brand colors, or examples of websites you love (if you have them).
Website access: Appropriate access to your website platform, hosting, domain settings, or other connected services, depending on the work we're doing.
Feedback and approvals: Your input during the design process and timely feedback at agreed-upon milestones.
Don't worry if you don't have an established author brand or aren't sure how to organize your content. I'll help you determine what's needed and guide you through the process.
For security, I'll use collaborator invitations or other secure access methods whenever possible. You'll never need to share your passwords through an inquiry form.
Full copywriting, professional photography, and original artwork aren't included in the standard packages.
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That's completely fine! You don't need a professional logo or complete brand kit to have a beautiful author website.
For Website Refresh and Custom Author Website projects, we'll discuss your books, genre, aesthetic preferences, and the impression you want to make on readers. I'll use that information to help develop a cohesive visual direction.
Full logo design and brand identity development aren't included in the standard packages.
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No. My service fees cover the agreed design or technical work. Domain registration, hosting, website subscriptions, premium plugins, and other third-party services are billed separately.
For new websites, I'll help you understand the available options and their ongoing costs before you commit to a platform.
You'll own your website accounts and pay those providers directly.
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Every project is a little different! Timelines depend on the size and complexity of your website, the services you need, and the availability of your content and feedback.
I'll provide an estimated timeline before work begins. For larger projects, the development timeline starts once I've received the required materials.
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Website Essentials projects are paid in full before work begins.
For Website Refresh and Custom Author Website projects, a 50% deposit is required to reserve your project, with the remaining balance due before launch or final handoff.
You'll receive a clear proposal outlining the scope, price, and payment schedule before committing.
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Yes! One of my goals is to create websites that authors feel comfortable managing.
For Custom Author Website projects, I'll walk you through the basics of updating your content, adding books, and making everyday changes. Website Refresh projects also include a brief handoff.
If you need additional help down the road, Website Essentials is available for updates, troubleshooting, and other small website tasks.
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Absolutely! If you're interested in selling signed books, special editions, merchandise, or other products directly from your website, we can discuss e-commerce options during your consultation.
E-commerce functionality—including online storefronts, shopping carts, payment processing, and product setup—is not included in the standard service packages.
I'll help you explore suitable options based on your goals, website platform, and budget, and provide a custom quote for any additional setup or integration work.
Please note that e-commerce platforms and payment processors may also have additional subscription or transaction fees.
READY TO GIVE YOUR STORIES A HOME?