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Customer Showcase
Why Authors Love This One-Page Website Template
• Clean, modern author website design made for writers
• Simple layout inspired by best author websites
• Guides readers naturally toward your book
• SEO-friendly structure (even as a single page)
• Easy to customize on Squarespace
This template proves you don’t need a huge website to look professional.
Built for Authors Who Want Simple (But Powerful)
The One-Page Author Website Template helps you:
✔ Launch quickly without overwhelm
✔ Present your book clearly in one scroll
✔ Build reader trust and credibility
✔ Collect email subscribers easily
Instead of juggling multiple pages, everything your reader needs is laid out beautifully in one place.
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Customer Showcase
What’s Included in The One-Page Template
✨ One-Page Website Layout
Includes sections for:
• Book showcase
• Author bio
• Newsletter signup
• Reviews/testimonials
• Buy links
• Contact section
Plus:
• Mobile-optimized design
• SEO-friendly structure
• Legal pages ready to use or hide
Not ready to use everything yet? Simply hide or expand sections anytime.
Why This Works So Well for Authors
• Designed specifically for author websites
• Inspired by high-converting author website examples
• Built with proven author website design principles
• Converts visitors into readers and subscribers
• Easy to update as your career grows
This is one of the easiest ways to create an author website on Squarespace that looks professional and works.
What You Get
✔ Website Launch Checklist
✔ Quick Start Guide
✔ Recommended Squarespace tutorials
✔ Fully mobile-friendly design
✔ SEO-optimized layout
✔ Customizable sections
✔ 20% off your first year of Squarespace
Who This Template Is For
✔ Debut authors
✔ Self-published writers
✔ Authors who want a simple website
✔ Writers using Squarespace
Who It’s Not For
✖ People not using Squarespace
✖ Authors who want a large multi-page site
✖ Those wanting custom-coded designs
Kind Words from Customers
“Even as someone who’s not tech-savvy, I found the setup incredibly straightforward. Kate’s step-by-step guidance and unwavering support made the entire process enjoyable and stress-free.”
– Lucy Penbrook
“I'd given up so many times, stressing and wasting money by paying for my domain with no website to show for it. Then I found Kate and The Manuscript Template! Not only did I get put onto a website builder that's user-friendly, but I also got an affordable and beautiful website that was easy to customize to my needs!”
– Inanna Carter
HOW IT WORKS
Step 1: Choose and purchase your template
Step 2: Your template will be transferred to your Squarespace account within 2 business days.
Step 3: Use the recommended Youtube tutorial videos to help guide your redesign of the template.
Ready to Launch Your Author Website?
Stop stressing over design and tech.
Start with a proven one-page author website template built specifically for writers.
Purchase The One-Page Author Website Template — $127
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I create an author website using this template?
This author website template is designed for Squarespace and includes a step-by-step setup guide. Once the template is added to your account, you can customize your content, colors, and images easily — no coding required. It’s one of the simplest ways to create a professional author website fast.
Does this author website template work with any Squarespace plan?
Yes! All of my author website templates work with any Squarespace plan that supports templates. You don’t need a special subscription — just a standard Squarespace account.
Do I need design or coding experience?
Not at all. These website templates for writers are built for beginners. You’ll be guided through every step with tutorials so you can launch your author website confidently — even if it’s your first time using Squarespace.
Can I customize the colors, fonts, and layout?
Yes! Every author website template is fully customizable on Squarespace. You can easily change fonts, brand colors, images, and page sections to match your writing style and author brand.
Is this template SEO-friendly?
Absolutely. Each template is structured using best practices for author website design and SEO — including clean layouts, mobile optimization, and easy content organization that helps your site rank in search engines.
Can I add more books later?
Yes! Whether you’re starting with one book or building a growing series, these author website templates are designed to expand easily as your writing career grows.
Does this work for any genre?
Yes — these templates work beautifully for fiction authors, romance writers, fantasy authors, nonfiction writers, and more. You’ll see author website examples across many genres in the customer showcase.
How long does it take to receive my template?
Your author website template will be transferred to your Squarespace account within 2 business days after purchase.
Can you set up the website for me?
Yes — if you’d prefer a done-for-you experience, I offer a template setup service where I install and customize your website for you.
Is this better than hiring a web designer?
For many authors, yes. Hiring a designer can cost thousands of dollars, while an author website template gives you a professional website design at a fraction of the cost — with full control to edit anytime.
One Template, Many Ways
The Free Author Template is deliciously customizable. You’ll have a blast applying the colors and fonts that speak to you!
Reason’s You’ll Love Squarespace
✨ Experience an all-in-one delightful platform
Experience the joy of seamless website management with Squarespace. I chose Squarespace for its unparalleled ease of use and comprehensive features. As your author business grows, effortlessly expand your site to include e-commerce, blogging & email marketing—all within the same delightful platform. Enjoy stress-free updates and edits, making your online presence a pleasure to maintain and evolve.
