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Customer Testimonials
“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
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.
(Insert book section + about section previews here)
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
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any tech or design experience?
No. Everything is beginner-friendly and guided step-by-step.
Will this work with my Squarespace plan?
Yes—any plan that supports templates works.
How quickly do I get access?
Immediately after purchase. Transfer happens within 2 business days.
Can I customize the design?
Yes—colors, fonts, images, and layout sections are all editable.
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!
