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Professional Author Websites That Sell More Books
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Professional Author Websites that Sell More Books
Looking for a bespoke author website that truly connects with readers? I’m Daniel Willcocks, international bestselling author and custom website designer, specializing in creating professional websites specifically for authors and writers.
As an author who’s published 70+ books since 2015, I understand exactly what makes an author website convert visitors into readers and readers into fans. My custom author website designs combine proven digital marketing strategies with beautiful, professional aesthetics to help you…
...sell more books.
Our Websites
Our Authors
Thanks to Daniel, I now have a first-rate website where people can read about my work, sign up for my newsletter, contact me, or simply get to know me. That Daniel was able to deliver all of those things for an extremely reasonable price is amazing to me. I'm so thankful I chose to work with him!
Jonathan JanzAuthor of MARLA and CHILDREN OF THE DARK 
Not only did Dan make me the perfect website for my podcast, he gave invaluable advice on presentation and functionality that a Luddite like me would never have considered. I was so thrilled with the finished product, and consulting with Dan gave me a whole new perspective on how best to engage visitors to the site. If you want a clean professional site with a dollop of creativity, I’d recommend him completely.
Neil McRobertHost of the Talking Scared Podcast 
My 2016 vintage author website was in dire need of a makeover. Dan did a great job of coming up with a theme that fit my vibe, streamlining all the extraneous stuff, and putting together a slick, easy-to-navigate website that looks professional and gives visitors an idea of my author brand. If your website needs a refresh, you're in good hands with Dan.
Brian AsmanAuthor of MAN, FUCK THIS HOUSE and GOOD DOGS 
Daniel stepped in at the 11th hour to save our website, which had been derailed by our previous web designers. He’s a consummate professional who made all our requested adjustments and additions extremely quickly, as we needed, and produced a fabulous final product. We couldn’t be happier with our website or with his efficient, excellent service. I highly recommend him!
Allegra C.Monstrous Femme 
Dan wasn’t only able to build us a flashy website with all the accoutrements you’d expect in a modern design. He was also able to create a foundational structure from which we’ve been able to build off of, and will continue to do so, for years to come.
Luke KondorCo-founder of The Other Stories podcast 
Daniel is absolutely everything you want in a web designer: incredibly fast and efficient, creative, and very kind. He turned my decrepit site into an attractive, SEO-optimized web destination in record time, and I'm extremely pleased with his work.
Nick KolakowsiAuthor of WHERE THE BONES LIE and PAYBACK IS FOREVER 
Dan sat down, did a full assessment of my website and helped me identify not only the flaws, but how it could be improved. He took my colour scheme and whipped up a site that is not only vivid but hugely user-friendly. Now my website pops and matches my brand perfectly. With super quick turnaround and great customer service, I can't recommend him enough.
Dan HowarthAuthor of TERRITORY and LAST NIGHT OF FREEDOM 
Working with Dan to create my new website was like having a design superhero on my team! He was a total pleasure to work with—patient, diligent, and always ready to tackle my endless questions with a smile. Dan didn't just meet my expectations; he surpassed them, crafting a site that's not only stunning but perfectly tailored to my vision. If you're looking for a web designer who brings both talent and enthusiasm to the table, Dan’s your guy. Trust me, your website will thank you!
Angela HaasCEO 
How It Works
1. Initial Brief
You'll complete a short questionnaire designed to tease out exactly what you want and need from your website. If needed, we'll jump on a call in which we'll go through the options to ensure that everyone is on the same page and we're all working towards a collective goal. Once you're happy, you'll pay a 20% deposit to begin the work.
2. Set Up Your Site
I'll get your site ready for design. This may mean setting you up with a URL and hosting service, or simply ensuring that we can log into your WordPress dashboard so that the work can begin. Before anything is edited or designed, you'll have a solid, sturdy foundation that future proofs your website for the long term.
3. Finalise Design
I'll get to work within the agreed timeframe to design your website. You may receive samples and updates to begin with, ensuring that the main frame and direction is correct before getting into the nitty gritty. Once the first pass of the site is completed, you'll have a chance to suggest any additions, tweaks, or amends before everything is finalised. I will then work to ensure that the final design can be viewed successful on mobiles, tablets, and all screen sizes.
4. Maintenance
Once your design is complete—don't fear—you're not alone. We'll discuss maintenance options to ensure that you have someone on your side, should anything go awry. My maintenance service ensures that your website is always hooked up to the latest plug-ins, and you always have someone on deck should any technical bugs invade the pipes and wires to crash your site.
Powerful Theme Builder & Book Mockups Included
Your website will be installed with the “Elementor” theme builder, making updates, tweaks, and edits a breeze.
You’ll also receive a shared folder with all images, mockups, and artwork files that have been used during the design so that you can use these in your future books promotions.
Choose Your Perfect Package
Pick a package and get in touch. It’s just that simple.
VAT included in all prices. 20% deposit required for all work.
First-Time Author
£450
Complete in 5 days
Perfect for first-time authors ready to launch online. Build credibility, connect with readers, and grow your audience with a professional, goal-driven single-page website.
What’s included?
- 5-day turnaround
Sleek, scrollable, single-page design built for conversions
Dedicated book section to drive sales
Email list integration to grow your readers
Social media links for easy reader connection
SEO foundations to boost discoverability
Fully mobile-responsive layout
1:1 consult to tailor your site to your goals
WordPress training to keep you in control
1-year Elementor license
Growing Author
£750
Complete in 10-14 days
Ideal for authors with multiple books or big ambitions. This package gives you a multi-page site, advanced tools, and strategic support to grow your author brand.
What’s included?
Everything included in First-Time Author package, plus:
- Complete in 10-14 days
Five-page professional website structure
Multiple book showcase with series organisation
Advanced email list building features
Blog setup with content strategy guidance
Enhanced SEO optimization
Integrated review showcase
Advanced contact forms for reader engagement
Extended WordPress training session
Professional Author
£1,200
Complete in 10-14 days
Perfect for established authors ready to scale. This package offers a fully custom, feature-rich website with course capabilities, advanced marketing integration, and hands-on support—designed to elevate your brand and grow your business.
What’s included?
Everything included in Growing Author package, plus:
- Complete in 10-14 days
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Up to twenty-page comprehensive website
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Course/workshop capability setup
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Advanced book promotion features
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Three months of personal maintenance support
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Advanced SEO optimization
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Custom design elements
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Content migration from existing site
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Comprehensive marketing integration
Aftercare, Mailing Lists & Extras
Monthly Website Care
£50
per month
Keep your author platform running smoothly with:
Regular WordPress updates
Security monitoring and backups
Basic content updates
Performance optimization
Monthly analytics report
Priority support access
Mailing List Setup
£75
Everything you need to set up your mailing list and begin collecting your readers:
Help to set up your mailing list
Subscriber setup
Automation setup
Branded templates for email campaigns
Branded sign-up forms
Mailing list add-on to your site
Get in Touch
Ready to find out more about getting your brand-new website? You’re in the right place. We’ll do our best to get back to you within 48-hours.
FAQ
Absolutely. With over 50% of all web traffic now estimated to take place on mobile phone, it is key for your website to be optimised across computers, laptops, tablets, and mobile phones.
Then, let’s talk! Small changes and tweaks are included in my maintenance package, however larger edits (additional pages and new functionalities) can be arranged on a as-you-need basis for a small fee.
Yes. I don’t understand why some places don’t include it in the price.
If you have not yet claimed your domain name (www.[yourwebsite].com, for example), I am happy to guide you through setting this up and understanding how best to get started linking your domain to your new WordPress website.
Not an issue at all! Depending on where you have your domain currently linked to, there may be some guidance to get you started on WordPress, but it’s all pretty straightforward. A few clicks, and a few taps, and you’ll be setup and good to go.
My main focus is on writers, but if you know what your requirements are, I’m certainly happy to look at what you need. Complete the above form with all of your information and I’ll do my best to see what we can do for you.
Pay in one lump sum, or request to divide your payment into 2 monthly payments.
Then complete the above contact form and let’s get talking.