Build your Author Platform with a Custom Website
A professional website for your books, your story, your readers, and your future releases.
We handle the design, copy, setup, domain, hosting, newsletter, shop, and technical work — so you don’t have to.
Markee Books is top notch all the way! From the kind and polite staff and crew, to the amazing turnaround time.
Jaren J. Hampton
Excellent and quick communication. Effortless on my part, and amazing quality of work.
C Hendrik Viskil
This is the most incredible and friendly, educational experience I have encountered.
Antoine Holmes
I found Markee Books one day by accident and it has been the best blessing I could have gotten for my writing journey.
Aubrey Ulch
Own your audience with your website
Social media platforms change. Retailer pages are limited. Your website is the place you control.
Use it to:
- Showcase all of your books in one place
- Give readers a direct way to learn about you
- Collect email subscribers for future releases
- Share events, news, blogs, and updates
- Send readers to Amazon, Bookshop, or other retailers
- Sell signed books or products directly
- Build a professional presence for interviews, media, bookstores, and speaking opportunities
We Handle the Entire Website Process
Design & Branding
A custom look built around your books, genre, personality, and existing brand.
Website Copy
We can help write the text for your homepage, author bio, books, and other core pages.
Domain & Hosting
Need a domain or hosting? We can help set it up.
Book Integration
Your books, covers, descriptions, reviews, retailer links, and buy buttons are presented professionally.
Reader Growth
Newsletter signup forms can connect with MailerLite, ConvertKit, Substack, and other platforms.
Direct Sales
Higher-tier sites can include an online store for signed books, merchandise, or digital products.
Technical Setup
We build and test everything on WordPress or Wix, including mobile responsiveness, forms, plugins, and basic SEO.
Ongoing Support
We remain available for questions and minor changes after launch.
Your Website Can Grow With You
Home
Introduce your books and author brand.
About
Tell readers who you are and why you write.
Books
Show current and upcoming titles.
Reviews
Feature praise from readers and media.
Newsletter
Build your audience before the next release.
Blog / News
Share updates, interviews, and events.
Events
Promote signings, appearances, and speaking engagements.
Shop
Sell signed books, merch, or downloads.
Contact
Give readers, media, and event organizers a professional way to reach you.
Our Portfolio
Johnita Smith
Built for: Dark fantasy author
Included: 6 pages, newsletter, contact, book links, custom graphics
Dana Beth Stenholtz
Built for: Biblical gospel epic author
Included: 1 page, newsletter, contact, custom graphics
A.M. Woodbury
Built for: Dark fantasy author
Included: 7 pages, newsletter, contact, store, book links, custom graphics
Dean Patrick
Built for: Horror author
Included: 9 pages, contact, book links, blogs, custom graphics
Moon Jones
Built for: Children’s sci-fi author
Included: 4 pages, contact, book links, newsletter, custom graphics
Without vs With an Author Website
Before
- Amazon listing only
- No central author brand
- No reader email list
- No professional contact point
- No control over presentation
After
- Professional author website
- All books in one place
- Newsletter capture
- Custom author branding
- Direct reader/contact pathway
- Platform you control
From “I Just Have an Amazon Page” to a Real Author Presence
Essential Author Website — starting from $250
1-Page Website
A simple professional home online
One-page website for authors who need a clean place to showcase themselves and their book.
✅ One-page website with sections for About, Book, Testimonials, and Contact
✅ Mobile-responsive design
✅ Contact form integration
✅ Social media and Amazon/Bookshop links
✅ Basic SEO setup (title, meta, alt tags)
✅ Links to online retailers for book purchase
Advanced Author Website — starting from $399
4-Page Website
Build your audience and author presence
Multi-page website with books, about, contact, newsletter, and blog capability.
✅ Everything in the 1-Page Package
✅ Four pages (Home, About, Books, Contact, and Blog)
✅ Newsletter signup integration (MailerLite, ConvertKit, or Substack)
✅ Blog setup with 1-2 demo posts for ongoing content
✅ Basic custom graphics to match your author brand
Complete Author Website — starting from $650
6-Page Website
Sell directly and build a complete author platform
Full author website with ecommerce, payment processing, and room to grow.
Everything in the 5-Page Package Fully set up online store (up to 5 products: books, signed copies, or digital downloads) Payment gateway integration (Stripe/PayPal) Shop product layout to match your author branding Easy management for future product additions
Need More Than a Website?
If you’re still working through editing, cover design, formatting, publishing, or distribution, our team can help with the entire process.
Get a Free Website Mock-Up
FAQ
I’m not tech-savvy. Will I be able to manage the site?
Yes! We build your website on WordPress or Wix with simple, intuitive dashboards. We can also provide a walkthrough so you know how to add blog posts, update book info, or check your contact forms easily.
What if I don’t like the design?
We start with a free design mock-up before you pay anything. If you don’t like it, you can walk away without any obligation. If you proceed, we offer unlimited revisions until you’re 100% happy.
Please note that if you don’t pay for the design, you may not use it.
Do you help with domain and hosting?
Absolutely. We help you secure your .com domain and set up reliable hosting so you don’t have to deal with tech headaches.
Can I sell books directly from my website?
Yes! We can set up an online store, payment gateway integration (Stripe/PayPal), and product management setup so you can sell books, merchandise, or digital downloads directly.
How long does it take to launch my website?
Once you approve your mock-up, your site is typically ready within 1-3 weeks, depending on complexity and your feedback turnaround.
Is there ongoing support?
Yes! We provide free ongoing support for minor tweaks and questions. For larger updates, we offer affordable maintenance plans to keep your site secure, updated, and running smoothly.
Can you help with SEO so readers can find me?
Yes. We can include basic SEO setup (page titles, meta descriptions, alt tags). For authors seeking more aggressive SEO strategies, we can discuss add-on packages for ongoing SEO content and optimization.
Who owns my website?
You retain ownership of the website content and assets you provide.
Can I move the website later?
Yes. You are not locked in and we can help move your site to whatever platform you like.
Will I have access to the website?
Yes. You can receive login access and manage the site yourself if you want.
Do you control my domain?
If you would like us to acquire the domain for you, we will have full control of it on your behalf. Ideally, the domain is registered in your name or account and you provide us with it, but either way we can assist you.