Author Websites Made Simple

Building an author website does not need to feel confusing, technical, expensive, or overwhelming.

In Author Websites Made Simple, author, digital strategist, and business systems consultant Nicola Lonie explains how to build a professional author website in a clear, beginner-friendly way designed specifically for writers.

Whether you are publishing your first book, growing your author brand, or simply trying to improve your online presence, this practical guide will help you understand the essential parts of creating and managing an author website with confidence - without necessarily needing to hire an expensive web designer or developer.

Written in plain English and without unnecessary jargon, this book covers everything from choosing the right platform and domain name to creating pages, improving visibility on Google, growing an email list, and using modern AI tools to save time and simplify content creation.

Inside this book, you will learn how to:

- Choose the right website platform for your needs
- Register a domain name and understand hosting
- Plan a professional author website layout
- Create essential pages readers expect to see
- Improve your visibility with beginner-friendly SEO
- Build an online presence without becoming overwhelmed
- Grow your email newsletter and connect with readers
- Keep your website secure, updated, and easy to manage
- Use AI tools such as ChatGPT to support your writing and marketing
>Perfect for:

• Self-published authors
• Traditionally published authors
• New writers building their platform
• Non-technical beginners
• Authors who feel intimidated by websites and online marketing

If you want a simple, practical, and reassuring guide to building an author website without the stress - while also potentially saving money on web design and maintenance costs - Author Websites Made Simple will help you take the next step with confidence.