Professional, author-focused website design at rates 10% below national freelance averages. From budget-friendly starter sites to advanced eCommerce platforms, every build is mobile-friendly, SEO-ready, and designed to grow your audience.
Website Design Packages and Services
Starter Author Website — $450
Professional author site on a free hosting platform (WordPress.com, Wix, or Blogger). Up to 5 pages, mobile-ready design, basic SEO, and a 1-hour training so you can update it yourself. Perfect for debut authors who need a clean, credible home base. Can be completed with 2 business days.
Standard Author Website — $1,350
Credible, fast, and secure custom site with domain + hosting (1 year), up to 10 pages, SSL, full-site SEO, one professional email, and 1 year of software maintenance. Built to support launches, list growth, and media outreach. Can be completed with 3 to 5 business days.
Advanced Author Website — $2,250
Scalable custom WordPress build with up to 15 pages, event calendar, blog, newsletter signup, reader resources, full SEO, domain + hosting (1 year), SSL, one professional email, and 1 year of maintenance. Integrations for Amazon/BookBub/Goodreads included. Can be completed with 5 to 7 business days.
eCommerce Author Website — $4,500
Sell books, signed copies, merch, or courses via WooCommerce/Shopify. Includes domain + hosting (1 year), SSL, product SEO, payment gateway setup, and 20 products added with images, SKUs, and descriptions. One pro email + 1 year of maintenance. Generally can be completed within 5 to 10 business days if all client contributions are available at time of purchase such as pictures, videos, descriptions, etc.
Other Webs Services
Website Redesign & Refresh — from $450
Modernize your site with new colors, fonts, imagery, layout, faster load times, mobile fixes, and on-page SEO cleanup. Improves clarity, conversion, and branding. Light copy edits included; full rewrites available as an add-on. Can be completed with 1 to 3 business days if all materials are ready and available.
WordPress Migration (Host or Domain) — $270
Zero-drama WordPress migration to a new host or domain. Full file + database transfer, link/media checks, permalink cleanup, and post-migration testing so your content and SEO equity stay intact. Fast, secure, and reliable. This will take a minimum of 3 to 5 business days to complete depending on how if transferring the domain to a new web hosting site.
Monthly Website Maintenance — $324/year (or $27/month)
Stay secure and updated: monthly plugin/theme updates, light SEO checks for new content, and a simple monthly report. Optional content updates available if you want us to handle routine changes.
Popular Add-Ons (A la Carte) – These Services are Invoiced Through PayPal
Extra Pages — $67.50/page
Add landing pages for new releases, media kits, events, or lead magnets. Each page includes on-page SEO and internal linking for stronger discoverability.
Extra Product Uploads — $13.50/product
We’ll add and optimize additional items to your store with clean URLs, categories, images, and product-level SEO for better browse and search.
Professional Copywriting — $135/page
Persuasive, keyword-aware copy for book pages, sales pages, bios, and opt-ins. Clear benefits, strong calls-to-action, and metadata that supports rankings.
Advanced SEO Setup — $270 (flat)
Keyword research, metadata, image alt text, internal links, and basic schema to strengthen visibility. Delivered with a quick wins checklist.
Custom Graphics / Brand Kit — $225 (flat)
Cohesive logo, headers, social templates, and buttons aligned to your author brand so your site and socials feel consistent and pro.
Newsletter Setup — $135 (flat)
Branded signup forms and automations in MailerLite/Mailchimp to grow your list, nurture readers, and prep for launches.
Event Calendar Integration — $90 (flat)
Display signings, workshops, and launches with an easy-to-update calendar that fans and media can follow.
Social Feed Integration — $67.50 (flat)
Embed live Instagram, Facebook, or X feeds for fresh, auto-updating social proof on your site.
Photography Selection & Editing — $90 (flat)
Curated, licensed imagery resized, compressed, and tagged for speed and accessibility (alt text included).
Website Security Audit — $180 (flat)
Security hardening + backup plan, firewall recommendations, and simple uptime monitoring to protect your storefront and list.
Pricing Comparison
According to recent 2025 freelance market data from reputable sources such as Fiverr’s Business Pricing Guide, Thervo’s U.S. Website Design Cost Report, and AJRoni Web Design’s cost breakdown, national averages for small business websites range from $1,000–$5,000, with professional eCommerce builds averaging $5,000–$20,000. WordPress migrations alone often cost $300–$600, and redesign packages can range from $500 for light updates to $5,000+ for a full rebuild. By contrast, my current pricing is intentionally set about 10% below these averages—providing professional-grade work at a more accessible rate for authors and small businesses.
Professional Experience & Credibility
With over 25 years of experience in website creation and digital publishing, I’ve built, redesigned, and maintained websites for a wide variety of clients, including authors, nonprofits, and small business owners. I currently manage and publish content for more than 20 active sites—my own and those of long-term clients—ensuring they remain fresh, search-optimized, and engaging. This hands-on experience, combined with my background as a published author and digital marketer, gives me the insight to design sites that not only look professional but also attract and convert the right audience.
Get Your Web Service Today
The right website can make the difference between being overlooked and being unforgettable. Whether you’re launching your first author site, refreshing your brand, or building a fully functional eCommerce store, I deliver the design, functionality, and strategy you need—without the inflated agency price tag. Let’s turn your vision into a high-performing website that works for you 24/7. Book your package today and start connecting with your audience tomorrow.
If you have any questions about any of our services we provide or would like to be invoiced for the “A La Carte” Services, please use our CONTACT US form.
