Author + Web Designer
Web Design Crafted to Grow Author Brands + Sell Books
Clean, custom WordPress websites for authors from an MFA student and fellow author in 2 weeks not 2 months.
Why Authors Need a Website in 2026
Many authors make the mistake of spending all of their time building up their various social media profiles. And while social media is nice, it's not your platform. You don't own it.
In 2026 and beyond, you need a hub for your author brand. An HQ, if you will. This website serves as the central communications point for your entire brand.
From here you'll:
- build your email list
- sell your own books and other products
- write a blog or redirect to your YouTube channel or podcast
- keep your readers up to date on their favorite characters
Having a professional website for your author brand also signals credibility to readers, publishers, and potential agents. You do not want to skip out on this.
Let's get your author brand off the ground so you can stop fighting algorithms and reach your readers directly.
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Let's discuss the details...
All custom designs and redesigns start with a paid strategy session.
This session allows us to get to know each other and give you actionable steps to level up your web presence.
If you decide to invest in a full design or rebrand, the cost of the session is rolled into your package price as a credit.
Your time is valuable and I want to make sure there is sufficient time for questions, strategy, and next steps.
To get started, simply choose a date and time from the form below or to the right and I'll be in touch.
I can't wait to work with you!
Frequently Asked Questions
My name is Wendy Coop and I’m an author, web designer, MFA student, and Navy veteran. In 2022 I self-published a nonfiction book on budgeting but I’ve been designing websites since 2019. I help authors create their author brand online to sell more books and grow their audience.
Although there are a number of good web builders out there (and I’ve tried almost all of them), I stick with WordPress. It has the absolute most flexibility of any platform and that’s what I’ve been helping people with since 2020.
The initial strategy session is $250. If you decide to invest in design or redesign, your $250 will be credited to your package.
While all sites are custom built, the average client spends $5000+ on design. Again, that’s an average. Typically prices start at $3500 and payment plans are available.
Once I have everything I need from you, your custom site will be ready in two weeks (14 business days).
Yes. To ensure you always have control over your website, I provide my clients with links to buy a domain, hosting, and any paid plugins (like Elementor Pro) that will make designing and using your site easier. Typically that is an additional $200+. These costs will vary depending on what you already have set up.
Absolutely! As long as I can transfer it or direct it to your WordPress site, then we are good to go.
Absolutely! We will discuss all of this during your strategy session to make sure these special pages make sense for your author season and marketing goals.
No problem. Simply email me at wendy@wendycoop.com and we will go from there. Please allow 24-48 business hours for a response.