Squarespace Templates for Authors

Turn Your Words into a Stunning Online Presence

Struggling to create a website that showcases your books and builds your readership? Our professionally designed Squarespace templates for authors make it easy to promote your books, grow your audience, and connect with readers—without any tech headaches.

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"Absolutely love my new website! “

Why choose SQSP Design

Your website should be more than just a digital placeholder—it should be a powerful marketing tool that sells books, engages readers, and builds your brand. Our Squarespace templates help authors create a polished, professional online presence with zero hassle.

✓ Built for Authors – Whether you're a fiction writer, non-fiction author, or blogger, our templates help you showcase your work beautifully.
✓ Sell More Books – Integrated purchase links, email opt-ins, and blog features help convert visitors into readers.
✓ No Tech Overwhelm – Drag-and-drop editing and step-by-step video guides make setup easy.
✓ Basic SEO & Mobile Optimized – Make sure readers can find you on Google.

"I was struggling to create a website that matched my coaching brand. SQSP Design made it effortless. My site now looks professional—

Sarah T., Business Coach

Perfect for:

✔️ Fiction & Non-Fiction Authors

✔️ Self-Published Writers

✔️ Poets & Bloggers

✔️ Journalists & Essayists

✔️ Screenwriters & Playwrights

✔️ Fiction & Non-Fiction Authors ✔️ Self-Published Writers ✔️ Poets & Bloggers ✔️ Journalists & Essayists ✔️ Screenwriters & Playwrights

Benefits

What’s included with every SQSP Design template

Book Showcase Pages

Highlight your books with purchase links, blurbs, and reviews.

Step-by-Step Video Tutorials

No design skills? No problem. We guide you through every stage, so you're never left guessing.

Support, Free of Charge

Have questions? We’re here to help.

Built-in Booking & Contact Forms –

Make it easy for clients to reach out.

Consistent Internal Pages

Templates for all the important pages to keep your site cohesive.

Drag-and-Drop Editing –

No coding required, customize easily.

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What our customers are saying

"I had no idea how to create an author website, but SQSP Design made it so simple.

— Lisa J.,

"This template was a game-changer. It helped me set up my email list, promote my PDF, and create a blog that engages my audience."

— James L.

How It Works – Get Online in 3 Easy Steps

Choose a Template – Pick the design that best fits your author brand.
Customize with Ease – Follow the step-by-step setup guide.
Launch & Grow – Start promoting your books and building your readership.

Need help? Our custom setup service is available for a stress-free launch.

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Simple Pricing

Template Only

$97

USD

Template Only – Perfect for DIYers

✓ Professional Design: Ready-made pages for Home, About, Books Page, Contact, and Blog.

✓ Easy Customization: Quickly swap images, edit text, and adjust colors to match your branding.
✓ Step-by-Step Setup Guide: Launch in just a few days—even if you’re new to Squarespace.
✓ Ongoing Email Support: We’re here at support@sqspdesign.com to help with template-related questions.
✓ Booking & consultation forms included
✓ Book showcase pages & purchase link setup

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Major-Credit-Card accepted at SQSP Design

Frequently asked questions

Not at all! Our templates are designed for ease of use, with no coding required. Plus, our tutorials guide you through each step.
Yes! You can easily upload your logo and adjust the color scheme and fonts to match your brand identity.
Absolutely, you have access to dedicated email support anytime you need assistance, ensuring that your questions and concerns are promptly addressed.
Yes, all our templates are fully responsive and look great on any device.
To launch your website, you need a few things:
1. Buy a Squarespace Business subscription, which costs $18 per month. You have 6 months from the purchase date to upgrade your site.
2. Get a domain name for about $10-20 per year. You can buy it directly through Squarespace or from another provider like GoDaddy.
3. The images in this template were made with Canva, which has both free and paid options.
Due to the digital nature and characteristics of this template, we do not offer refunds under any circumstances. We kindly ask that you take the time to read through all of the detailed information about this template thoroughly prior to making a purchase.
If you have any questions or need further clarification, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
Your website's content is key to connecting with your audience. If you need assistance, we can suggest skilled writers for great copy. We also advise using tools like ChatGPT or Google Gemini to help create content efficiently, saving you time and money.