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Melissa Anne Author Website Case Study

Author Website DesignBook & Audiobook CatalogResponsive Web DesignSEO for Discoverability

An author’s website should showcase their work beautifully. We built Melissa Anne’s first website: a polished, mobile-first author platform with book catalogs, social links, and SEO that helps readers discover her Jane Austen-inspired romance novels.

Project Overview

Melissa Anne had active social profiles but no central home for her work. Readers found posts scattered across platforms with no reliable place to browse her catalog or follow new releases. We built her a polished, mobile-first author platform that organizes everything in one place and makes discovery simple for new readers and longtime fans. A true home for her stories, built with care.
Melissa Anne Author Website Case Study

From Profiles to a Home

She had active social media accounts but no central hub. Readers saw posts in different places with no easy path to explore her books, learn about new releases, or subscribe. She needed a trustworthy site that gathered everything in one place and actually reflected her voice instead of looking like a generic author template.

Designing an Author Platform

We built a modern, reader-first site that showcases books and audiobooks with clear paths to buy and follow. The layout is simple and responsive. Typography and accents nod to Austen-era elegance without getting in the way. SEO supports discovery, and structured pages help new readers find what they want quickly.

Key Results

Custom author website launched
Centralized catalog of books and audiobooks
Direct links to retailers and newsletter signup
Mobile-first pages that load fast on any device
SEO structure for series, categories, and discovery
Accessibility and performance tuned for image-heavy pages
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The Challenge & Solution

The Challenge

She had active social profiles but no website to bring everything together. Readers found posts scattered across platforms with no reliable hub to browse her catalog or follow new releases. New fans had no clear starting point. Longtime readers had no dependable place to stay connected.
Covers and series lacked structure. There was no consistent place for people who searched her name to land. She needed a central home that told her story, showcased her books, and connected readers to retailers and subscriptions. Without it, her growing catalog risked being overlooked in a crowded digital marketplace.

Our Solution

We built a clean, reader-focused site that organizes her catalog, links to retailers, and unifies her audience across platforms. Regency-inspired typography without sacrificing simplicity. Mobile-first structure ensures fast loads and clear calls to action that guide readers to connect and buy.
Each book includes direct links for purchase. A dedicated hub for news and newsletters keeps readers engaged. The site balances elegance with clarity, offering a professional foundation that can expand as her catalog grows. Designed with scalability in mind, so future features like media galleries or additional series can be seamlessly integrated. Built to grow with her career.

The Transformation

See how Melissa Anne moved from scattered links to a polished author platform that introduces readers to her stories and voice.

Before
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Fresh Start

The beginning of a digital journey, crafted from scratch.

  • No dedicated website or hub
  • Readers bounced between social profiles
  • Catalog lacked structure or central access
After
After screenshot: Melissa Anne author website with book catalog, clear navigation, and reader-focused design
After screenshot: Melissa Anne author website with book catalog, clear navigation, and reader-focused design
After screenshot: Melissa Anne author website with book catalog, clear navigation, and reader-focused design
After screenshot: Melissa Anne author website with book catalog, clear navigation, and reader-focused design
After screenshot: Melissa Anne author website with book catalog, clear navigation, and reader-focused design
After screenshot: Melissa Anne author website with book catalog, clear navigation, and reader-focused design
After screenshot: Melissa Anne author website with book catalog, clear navigation, and reader-focused design
After screenshot: Melissa Anne author website with book catalog, clear navigation, and reader-focused design
After screenshot: Melissa Anne author website with book catalog, clear navigation, and reader-focused design
After screenshot: Melissa Anne author website with book catalog, clear navigation, and reader-focused design
After screenshot: Melissa Anne author website with book catalog, clear navigation, and reader-focused design
After screenshot: Melissa Anne author website with book catalog, clear navigation, and reader-focused design
  • Book catalog with links to purchase and newsletter sign-up
  • Cohesive design reflecting Regency-inspired brand
  • Mobile-friendly layout that connects readers across platforms

Literary Roots & Readership

Melissa Anne reimagines characters and settings from the world of Jane Austen and Regency romance. The new site honors that heritage while giving modern readers clear paths to browse titles, follow across platforms, and join the newsletter. It’s a home built for discovery, not just a list of links.

Jane Austen’s home in Chawton remains a beacon for readers worldwide and inspired Melissa Anne

Inspired by Jane Austen

Jane Austen’s home in Chawton remains a beacon for readers worldwide. That spirit guides the design: elegant serif typography, restrained flourishes, and pages that foreground the books. Subtle Regency cues acknowledge the lineage without getting in the way of what matters most: the stories.

Abstract image of social media accounts representing Melissa Anne and connecting readers worldwide

Connecting with Readers Everywhere

Communities like Goodreads, Bookstagram, and BookTok help stories travel beyond geography. The site brings those touchpoints together with simple follow options and a clear path to newsletter updates, so fans can stay connected wherever they prefer to read and share.

A Platform for Modern Readers

More authors rely on polished platforms beyond social media. This site makes discovery easy and removes friction on phones. Fast pages paired with clear calls to buy, follow, and subscribe. Readers can move from interest to action in a few taps.
The platform provides a stable base for sharing news, encouraging reviews, and growing a global readership. Consistent use of the author’s domain and structured pages for series and formats support retailer listings and build reader trust over time. It’s a foundation that grows with her career.

Reader Recognition

Visibility Across Retailers

Direct links to Amazon, Audible, and other retailers make it easy to find books and audiobooks. Clear placement of purchase options reduces confusion and helps new readers choose a format quickly.

Trusted by Fans

Reviews, a calm visual style, and simple engagement paths build credibility for first-time visitors. Newsletter signup and announcements invite returning readers to stay close to the work.

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