welcome…
…to all my secrets on life as a published author
(I’m 8 traditionally published books in and I’ve learnt some stuff 😉)
I blog weekly about author websites,newsletters and life as a writer…
New posts published every other Monday 😊
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(includes info on how I landed one of those mythical six-figure book deals!)
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How to give your author website an audit
These days, it truly is possible to create your own stunning website without being an expert. All it takes is time – most web platforms such as Squarespace and Wix are easy to use – once you’ve got over the initial learning curve, and learnt your way around their content management systems.
12 benefits of having an author website
You’ll be surprised at the number of authors I talk to who say they don’t think author websites are necessary.
Project Spotlight: geraldineroberts.com
I LOVE working with historical non-fiction authors - I have so much admiration for the amount of work and research that these writers have to put in.
10 thriller author websites to inspire you
Oh, thrillers… the twisty plots, the unreliable narrators, the heart-in-your-mouth pacing. What’s not to love?
6 ways your author website can support your marketing
If you’re an author, it’s tempting to think of your website as a static thing. You build it once then leave it. A bio, a list of books, a contact page, job done!
How to back up your Squarespace author website
I had an email from one of my most recent website clients recently asking me if there was anything she should be doing to back up her new website.
2025: my work year in review
I know I start this post the same way every year but I truly cannot believe that 2025 has almost come to an end! What a year.
Project Spotlight: sarahlavendersmith.com
2025 is nearly at an end and I am excited to be bringing you my last project spotlight post of the year - which also happens to be my very final website project this year too!
My favourite new Squarespace features in 2025
One of the things I love the most about Squarespace is the fact that the platform is constantly evolving. In fact, they add so many new features that often - even as a professional designer - I find it hard to keep up.
Why you should migrate your site from Squarespace 7.0 to 7.1
If you have a site on Squarespace 7.0 and you have been quietly pretending that the newer version does not exist, trust me, you are not alone!
I'm a Squarespace Circle Platinum member!
I’m so excited to share that I’m now a Squarespace Platinum Partner - the highest level of Squarespace’s Circle partnership programme!
How many pages do I need on my author website?
If you’ve ever sat down to plan your author website and had no idea where to even start, you’re definitely not alone!
One of the most common issues I hear from authors is not knowing how many pages they need on their shiny new author website.
Introducing: Squarespace Fridays
I’m super excited today to be introducing a brand new service at the studio: Squarespace Fridays!
My #1 author website design secret
I speak to many authors about their websites and one of the things that often crops up is their lack of confidence when it comes to making design decisions, especially when it comes to colour.
Project Spotlight: clareharlow.co.uk
I realised recently that I haven’t worked on that many children’s author websites, and it’s actually a real shame because it’s honestly so much fun (especially as a mum myself)! I absolutely loved working on Clare’s website recently, and so I’m really excited to be sharing a little more about it for my latest project spotlight.
How to transform your author website in just one day
You know that moment when you look at your author website and think… ugh? Maybe your last book cover is missing, your newsletter sign-up is buried three clicks deep, and your bio still says you live with “two small children” who are now in secondary school. You keep meaning to fix it, but life (and, let’s be honest, writing deadlines) keep getting in the way.
10 romance author websites to inspire you
Oh to be able to write proper romance (my attempts were way too dark and provoked many an angry Goodreads review 😆)! There’s something so uplifting about the genre… And don’t we all need something uplifting and hopeful in these uncertain times!?
5 expert tips for your DIY author website
I’ve been building author websites for nearly six years now (WHAT?!!!) and I have definitely learnt a few tricks in that time. While I did complete a comprehensive web design course before launching my studio, there are always things to learn, and I pick up different ideas and tricks with each website I build.
Project Spotlight: kitconway.com
Oh my goodness I love this website! And I know that sounds a bit boastful of me, but WOULD YOU LOOK AT IT!? It’s such a fab experience when an author has a book with a really distinctive hook, theme and cover that just all come together so perfectly.
Why you need a custom email address for your author career
Email addresses! When was the last time you thought much about yours? Or more pertinently – when was the last time you changed yours? I suspect not for a long time. Email addresses are a bit like bank accounts – you set one up when you’re young and then stick with it for life.
✨ 30 things I’ve learnt from 5 years being published ✨
September 6 2023 marked 5 years since my first book was released 😲
To celebrate, I shared a new post about what I’ve learnt from being published EVERY DAY throughout the month.
Enjoy!
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