Sitebuilder: Easy Websites for Authors

Build your own website with our exclusive Sitebuilder software, designed specifically for authors. No programming skills required.

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You know an author website is an essential marketing tool, but you just don’t have the time to build one yourself. We’re here to help.

Sitebuilder is a fast, easy way to create and manage a professional website so you can reach audiences online instantly. When you join the Authors Guild you can build your site on your own with a few clicks, or simply fill out our Site Express form and our team will build your site for you. Afterwards, you can use Sitebuilder to update your site independently, without coding skills or a web developer.

Features

Effortless setup: We’ll build your new site for you! Just fill out a simple form. Or if you prefer, you can build your own site—no coding required.

Dozens of themes: Change the look and feel of your site at any time with a few simple clicks. Every design is built for both desktop and mobile.

Easy editing: Edit your website on your own in minutes; no need to deal with an expensive web designer or developer.

Dedicated support: Need help? Our web services team is standing by to assist.

Fully-integrated blog: Engage your readers with timely posts about upcoming events, readings, and book releases.

In-depth tracking: Integrate Google Analytics to see more information about your site visitors.

Personalized domain names: Pick a custom domain name, or use one you already own.

Showcase

Check out sites created with Sitebuilder.

Shad’e Zuiweta (visit website)

Angela Lam (visit website)

Karen Drummon, EdD, RDN (visit website)

Priyanka Champaneri (visit website)

Pricing

DescriptionCost
Membership dues (am I eligible?)$149/year (Regular, Associate, or At-Large Membership)
$100/year (Emerging Writer Membership)
One-time setup feeFREE for new members (normally $150)
Hosting charge$12/month (billed quarterly)
Custom domain name (optional)$22/year

This service is not available with a student membership.

Get Started

1. Join the Authors Guild now to get started.

You can review eligibility criteria for membership here.

Already a member? Skip to step 2, or visit your member account dashboard.

2. Come back to this page and request your new website!

Simply fill out a form to get started.

Prefer the hands-on approach? Build your own site here.

Got questions? Contact our web services team at webservices@authorsguild.org.