"In the end, fiction is the craft of telling truth through lies." - Lauren Groff
"I’m writing a first draft and reminding myself that I’m shoveling sand into a box so that later I build castles." - Shannon Hale

22 Great Tips for Creating an Author's Website

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Build a website to promote your new book
Decide what website will look like
Text is king, design is queen
Web text demands different kind of writing style 
How to improve your web text's readability
Pay attention to tone on your author website
Fresh, original content is vital
Ensure your website is navigable 
Pages needed for your website
Home page 
What Others are Saying page
Pay attention to your author's bio pic 
Interview with the Author Page
Sample chapter page
Photo gallery page
Contact page
How to promote multiple books on your website
How to drive traffic to your website
Increase website visits with strategic SEO
Add share buttons to your website
How to put a "buy now" button for your website 
How to accept credit card purchases on your site
• BONUS: "One should use common words to say uncommon things." - Arthur Schopenhauer  

Professional Book Editor: Having your novel, short story or nonfiction manuscript proofread or edited before submitting it can prove invaluable. In an economic climate where you face heavy competition, your writing needs a second eye to give you the edge. I can provide that second eye.


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