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Why Authors Love This Template
• Showcase every book in your series beautifully
• Look instantly professional and credible
• Grow your email list with built-in newsletter pages
• Make it easy for readers to explore and buy your books
• Launch on Squarespace without coding or design stress
✓ Works on any Squarespace plan
✓ No coding required
✓ Step-by-step setup included
Built Specifically for Authors With Multiple Books
The Series Author Website Template is designed to help you:
✔ Organize entire book series clearly
✔ Highlight each novel with its own dedicated page
✔ Guide readers naturally toward buying
✔ Build a professional author brand that grows with you
Instead of forcing everything onto one cluttered page, this template gives every book space to shine.
Customer Showcase!
What’s Included in the Series Template
✨ Homepage
Feature your latest release, introduce your series, and guide readers with clear calls to action.
✨ Individual Book Pages
Dedicated pages for each novel with summaries, images, and purchase links.
✨ Newsletter Signup Page
Grow your email list with a clean, conversion-focused layout.
✨ Media Kit Page
Perfect for press, bloggers, and collaborations.
✨ Events Page
Share book signings, launches, and appearances.
✨ Blog Page
Connect with readers through updates and behind-the-scenes content.
✨ Link-in-Bio Page
One simple hub for social traffic.
Plus:
• About Page
• Contact Page
• Shop Page
• Legal Pages (ready to use or hide until needed)
Not ready to use everything yet? Simply hide pages until you are.
Not ready to use all these pages yet? Simply hide them from navigation until you're ready!
This template is designed to help you manage a thriving online presence and grow your author brand with ease. Start building your author platform today and elevate your career to new heights!
*The stunning book cover featured in this demo was designed by Ashton Smith. Check out more of her work at www.ashtonmsmith.com.
Why This Works So Well for Authors
• Designed specifically for author websites (not generic business layouts)
• Structured to guide readers toward your books
• Built to grow your platform long-term
• Easy to update as you release new novels
This isn’t just a pretty website — it’s an author platform that works.
What You Get
✔ Website Launch Checklist
✔ Quick Start Guide
✔ Recommended Squarespace tutorials
✔ Fully mobile-friendly design
✔ SEO-optimized structure
✔ Reusable book section layouts
✔ 20% off your first year of Squarespace
👩💻 Who This Template Is For
✔ Authors with multiple books or series
✔ Self-published writers growing their platform
✔ Established authors who want a clean, professional site
✔ Writers using Squarespace who want it done fast
🚫 Who It’s Not For
✖ People not using Squarespace
✖ Authors who only need a one-page site
✖ Those wanting a fully custom-coded website
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.
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 Series 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.
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