Having an author website is so important! As selling books and finding readers becomes an increasingly digital endeavor, the author website becomes the hub of all your information. Today we’re sharing our 5 Must Haves for your author website!

1. A short and polished bio. Include your most notable accomplishments and the essential details about yourself. Be sure the title of your book is included in your bio!

2. A high quality author photo. Spend the extra dollar to have a professional headshot done for your website and social media. Make it downloadable for media reps and bookstores!

3. A downloadable book cover. Use the most up to date cover with any accolades the book might have. Make sure it is high quality and visible on your website’s page!

4. Your contact information. List the best ways for readers and media to reach you that you’re comfortable sharing publicly. If you have an agent, publicist, and/or assistant also listing their contact info can save you a few headaches. Email is usually best!

5. Quotes from your book. Blurbs from other authors and writers who have read your book. Reviews from professionals and readers. All these will boost your book’s credibility!

What Must Haves did we miss?

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