What might an author actually need on their website?
- Sandy Clifton
- May 23
- 1 min read
What might an author actually need on their website?
More than just a pretty homepage.
An author website should feel like a home base — a place where readers, publishers, media contacts, and event organizers can quickly understand who you are, what you write, and where to go next.
A strong author website may include:
📖 A clear introduction to the author
📚 Book information and purchase links
🖊️ An about page with personality and credibility
📰 Press, media, or speaking information
💌 An email sign-up for readers
📅 Events, launches, or book signings⭐ Reviews, features, or testimonials
📩 A simple contact page
🎨 A visual style that matches the tone of the author’s work
The goal is not to overwhelm people.
The goal is to make it easy for them to connect with the author, buy the book, join the email list, or reach out for opportunities.
Your website should help your work feel polished, trustworthy, and easy to discover.
For authors, your website is not just an online brochure.
It is your digital bookshelf, your press kit, and your reader connection point all in one.
