Setting up an Author Page
Do you need an Author page?
Well, yes.
You need somewhere to showcase your books, and your upcoming events.
You should have a way for fans to contact you and buy from you.
You may not be published yet, but that shouldn’t stop you. Agents and publishers could look around
at any information about you and a great author page will pique their interest.
Even if you are not particularly tech savvy you can take a good look around at what type of site will
work for you.
Many authors say they tried three or more sites before finding the one that worked for them. So,
there is no rush. Just find one that you understand and that offers all you need.
Here are a few links to some sites that might be the one for you -
Some can cost a little money, some can be expensive, and some are free. It all depends on your
budget.
There are tutorials out there for most sites. Use them.
This link may help with how to set up the look of your page.
13 Author Websites That Get It Right
A great idea is to look at other authors webpages and see how they have set them up.
It gives you new ideas and you can see what sites they are using.
Here are a few to take a peek at.
Military author | Netley | Simon Daniels Books
Be careful not to put too much of your work on your author page, it may put off a potential agent or
publisher if your work is all over your site and free to read. But if you are self-publishing, go for it.
Do put on a picture and a way to contact you. A bio and any links to work that is available to buy.
Keep it updated.
Start a list for newsletters. You can make them bi-monthly or just send one out when you have fresh
news.
Good luck.
