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AUTHOR WEBSITE STARTER KIT

Build an author website that actually sells books

A free resource to help you stop guessing and start growing your platform

If you’re staring at a blank screen wondering what to put on your author website (or where to even begin), this is for you.

This free guide gives you the exact homepage layout, content prompts, and design tips to help you:

  • Grow your email list

  • Showcase your books beautifully

  • Build instant trust with readers

And it’s made especially for authors—no tech experience needed.

What’s Inside This Free Author Website Starter Kit

  • A Simple Homepage Wireframe (PDF)

    No more wondering what goes where.
    You’ll get a clean, visual layout that shows you:

    Where to put your headline, bio, books, and email opt-in

    How to structure your homepage to keep readers engaged

  • Copywriting Prompts for Every Section

    Not sure what to say? You’ll get quick prompts to help you confidently write each part of your homepage.
    For example:

    What’s one quirky thing readers love about you?

    What’s the best way to describe your book to a new reader?

  • Design Checklist for Non-Designers

     Look professional—even without a design background.
    This mini guide walks you through:

    How many fonts to use

    Images needed

    Newsletter section tips that actually convert

    And more!

  • Call-to-Action Placement Guide

    Learn where to place your buttons so people actually click:

    Get more newsletter signups

    Drive more book sales

    Avoid the common mistakes most authors make

  • Bonus: Author Visibility Mini Tips

    Your site is ready—but how do you get people to visit it?
    This section gives you bite-sized strategies to start driving traffic with Reels, Instagram, and more.
    Want content ideas made just for authors?
    Check out The 5 minute Reel Formula — designed to streamline marketing your book on Insta (optional paid offer).

  • Link to a Done-for-You Author Website Template

    Want to see how all of this looks in action?
    This guide includes a direct link to a professionally designed author website template—built to match the exact layout and strategy you’ll learn here.
    So if you're ready to launch fast (without the tech headache), the next step is right at your fingertips.

Ready to Finally Have an author website that you love?

Get the free guide now — and walk away with a website plan you actually feel good about!

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