website builder for authors

Create an author website

Establish a solid online presence for your author business, no coding needed. Start sharing your writings and selling your books with our website builder for authors.

Author website templates

Our templates are customized for specific niches, such as self-publishing services, writing workshops, author coaching services, and many more.

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Build a professional author website

Use Yola website builder to make your own website

How to make an author website

Sell your works

Get new readers, sell your books, and share updates from your website built with Yola.

Yola Sitebuilder made crafting website content a breeze! Highly recommended for an easy and creative experience.

<p> Sarah J. | Authorpreneur</p>

Sarah J. | Authorpreneur

How to create a author portfolio

Promote your books

Display your published books and author biography. Use gallery slideshows, product blocks, and forms to create an ideal author portfolio.

As a non-designer, I've always struggled with finding the right images for my website. But with Yola Website Builder, it's like having a professional designer at my fingertips

<p> Steven W. | Author Coach</p>

Steven W. | Author Coach

Best website builder for authors

Showcase reviews

Highlight your client reviews, ratings, and feedback. Use testimonial blocks to build trust and showcase your excellent service.

Thanks to Yola's Sitebuilder, selecting layouts and blocks for my website has become effortless. It quickly adapts to my needs, ensuring a cohesive and purposeful design.

<p> Lisa K. | Independent Author</p>

Lisa K. | Independent Author

An all-in-one platform for author services

More features for your online success

Domain management
Domain management

Choose a free .yolasite.com domain, point to Yola, or buy a unique domain.

Yola Mail
Yola Mail

Get a custom email with your domain, no external sign-ups needed.

Fast web hosting
Fast web hosting

Host your website on our fast, reliable servers for lightning-fast loading.

Responsive Sitebuilder
Responsive Sitebuilder

Build your website from any device. Yola works on desktop, tablet, and mobile.

Great customer support
Great customer support

Access our tutorial library or reach out to our friendly Support Team via email.

Backups
Backups

Enjoy easy redo/undo and automatic backups to prevent mishaps.

Images and icons
Images and icons

Benefit from accessing our extensive collection of stock photos and icons directly from the Sitebuilder.

Security
Security

Secure your website with a free universal SSL. We also provide DDOS protection against hackers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does an author need a website?

Yes, having a website is a must for author services to attract customers. It provides a platform to showcase your services and build credibility with testimonials and reviews. Also, your site can help you show up in search results and local directories, making it easier for local customers to find you.

How to choose the right website template?

Yola has an extensive gallery with professionally designed author themes sorted into categories for your convenience, making it easy to find the perfect match for your site. Choose the right template by considering your business needs, target audience, and the overall aesthetic you want to achieve.

How long does it take to design an author website?

Designing a landing page or a site with Yola typically takes just a few hours, thanks to our user-friendly interface and customizable templates.

Can I get a free domain for my Yola website?

Yes, you can get a free .com domain for 1 year when buying any of Yola’s annual plans. You can also choose from 15+ other free domain extensions for your website. Read more

Can I add an online store to the Yola Sitebuilder?

Yes, you can easily add an online store to your Yola website and start selling your products or services. Our online store add-on is easy to set up to allow visitors to buy, subscribe, download, and donate.

How much does it cost to make an author website?

The cost to make a website with Yola varies depending on the plan you choose. Yola offers options to fit different budgets. See our pricing page.

What is the best website builder for authors?

Yola is one of the best solutions for author services due to its ease of use, flexibility, and robust features, such as pre-designed templates, responsive sitebuilder, domain management, online store, and many more.

Is Yola author website maker optimized for mobile devices?

Yes, the Yola website maker is fully optimized for mobile devices. You can easily make a mobile-friendly website with Yola. Start with choosing a mobile-friendly template in our template gallery.

Does Yola website creator have customer support?

Yes, Yola offers friendly customer support to assist you with any questions or issues you may encounter. Also, we have a help center with an extensive number of tutorials to help you with your website building process.

What pages should an author website have?

A website should have a homepage, about us, services, testimonials, and contact pages to provide comprehensive information to visitors. You can easily add these pages to your Yola-based website.

Building a website with Yola is easy – just click 'start'!

Create a professional-looking online presence in minutes with Yola Website Builder.

How to create an author website in 5 steps

Create a professional website with advanced design and tools made for author services.
  1. Create an account with Yola

  2. Choose your author template

  3. Add your own content to the demo website

  4. Set up your domain

  5. Publish your website

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