Web Design Services
Optional services are available for creators who want additional, hands-on support at specific stages of the publishing process. These services are never required and are offered to complement the educational resources and community support available through 9 Iron Media.
Author Websites
An author's website serves as a stable point of reference for readers, publishers, and collaborators. Rather than acting as a sales funnel, it provides a clear place to learn about an author’s work, background, and current projects.
Author website support is available for creators who want a professional, well-structured online presence that builds credibility, enhances discoverability, and fosters long-term audience connection—without gimmicks, pressure, or exaggerated marketing claims.
What This Service Focuses On
Author website support is designed to help creators:
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Establish a clear and professional online presence
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Present their work in a way that is easy to navigate and understand
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Create a site that can grow alongside future projects
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Avoid unnecessary complexity or marketing-driven design choices
The emphasis is on clarity, structure, and long-term usefulness—not on conversion tactics or performance metrics.
What’s Included
Depending on the scope of the project, author website support may include:
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Site Structure & Page Planning
Guidance on organizing core pages such as author bio, books, resources, and contact information. -
Visual Layout & Design Support
Clean, readable layouts aligned with the author’s genre and body of work. -
Content Guidance
Assistance shaping page content so it communicates clearly without promotional exaggeration. -
Platform Setup Support
Guidance for setting up the site on a suitable platform, with attention to usability and maintainability. -
Basic Integration Considerations
Thoughtful integration of optional tools such as email signup forms, when appropriate.
All final site assets and accounts remain under the author’s control.
What’s Not Included
To set clear expectations, this service does not involve:
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Sales funnels or conversion optimization
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Paid advertising setup or management
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Guaranteed traffic, growth, or sales outcomes
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Ongoing site management unless separately arranged
The goal is a solid foundation, not aggressive promotion.
When This Service Is Most Helpful
Author website support is often helpful for creators who:
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Are publishing their first work and want a central online presence
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Have existing work but no dedicated author site
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Want to simplify or clarify an existing website
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Prefer guidance over piecing together solutions independently
Some creators build sites on their own; others prefer structured support. Both approaches are valid.
Ownership and Long-Term Use
Authors retain full ownership of their website, content, and associated accounts. The site is designed to be maintainable and adaptable as projects evolve.
Nothing in this service limits how the site can be updated, expanded, or used in the future.
Get in Touch
Choosing additional support is a personal decision based on your goals, timeline, and comfort with the process. These services are offered to provide assistance when helpful.
If you have questions about whether this service is a good fit for your project, you’re welcome to reach out.