Author Website Glow Up
Revitalize your Squarespace author website with one brilliant day of my undivided attention
Your book might be amazing, but if your website is amateurish, outdated, or dull, your readers won’t take the risk
Let a Squarespace designer solve your website headaches
In just one focused day, I’ll take your existing Squarespace site and elevate it into a polished, compelling platform that helps you connect with readers, clients, and event organizers.
The Author Website Glow Up is perfect for you if:
You already have a Squarespace site, but you know it could work much harder for you
You’re preparing for a book launch, podcast appearance, or new offering — and the clock is ticking!
You’re embarrassed to send people to your existing website
You’re busy and would love to get some website updates off your plate
You want to feel confident your author website reflects the quality of your book and the impact your work could make
Let me take care of your daunting website to do list
Investment: $1,200
Every Glow Up is different, but here are some examples of what we could achieve in a day:
✓ Refresh your Home page design and navigation
✓ Add your upcoming book release to your website
✓ Redesign your Book pages to grab attention and drive sales
✓ Update your branding elements for a more modern, cohesive look
✓ Implement a basic SEO strategy and make a plan for publishing ongoing SEO-friendly content
✓ Add new offerings like workshops, speaking, or consulting
✓ Integrate your Substack feed, or add a blog feature
✓ Connect your website to an email list, so you can gather newsletter subscribers
✓ Add a Media Kit, so you can pitch for podcast and speaking appearances
✓ Launch an online store, so you can sell books directly to readers
✓ Optimize for mobile and polish technical details
Ahead of time, you’ll bring me your website wishlist and prioritize the most important tasks.
I’ll bring my creativity, nimble design skills, tech know-how and years of experience as a Squarespace designer to delight you with the transformation.
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“Thoughtful, professional, and a joy to work with”
Pauline is amazing! She is very knowledgeable, explains technology well, and equips her clients with extensive information and supports for moving forward independently. She anticipates questions and personalizes her approach to her client’s project. Her process is very easy to understand. She is organized, incredibly reliable, structured, available, thoughtful, professional, and a joy to work with. I cannot recommend Pauline enough!
— Hally Wells, writer and blogger
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“I am thrilled with my new website!”
I highly recommend Pauline’s web design service. She is very kind, efficient, and professional. I am thrilled with my new website!
— Agata Boxe, freelance writer
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“Brought my website to a new level of professionalism and appeal”
Working with Pauline Wiles on the redesign of my website was an outstanding experience. Beyond her impressive technical skills, Pauline’s eye for visual design brought my website to a new level of professionalism and appeal. I highly recommend Pauline for anyone seeking a knowledgeable, skilled, and supportive web designer.
— Matty Dalrymple, novelist and podcaster
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“If you have the chance to work with Pauline, seize it!”
Pauline Wiles was an absolute pleasure to work with. A consummate professional, she brought considerable expertise, patience, and insight to a challenging project, and went above and beyond at every step. She remained unflappable and encouraging throughout the entire process. I can’t recommend her highly enough!
— Jessica Nordell, nonfiction author and speaker
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“Knowledgeable and patient”
Pauline was very knowledgeable and patient in designing my website and newsletter. I highly recommend her.
— Des Mahoney, golf instructor
How the Author Website Glow Up works
It’s simple, streamlined, and stress-free. You’ll know exactly when your website transformation is happening — and you’ll likely be amazed what I get done in just one day.
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After you inquire and give me an idea of your goals for the day, I’ll check out your website and confirm we’re a match. Then, we’ll pick the date for your Glow Up, and you’ll pay a 30% deposit.
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I’ll guide you on what to gather before we start. This is the time to assemble your book cover images, text updates, editorial reviews, reader praise, and relevant photos.
You’ll also prioritize your list of what you’d like me to work on.
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We’ll meet by Zoom a few days before the big day, to review priorities and the material that you’ve gathered.
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You’ve done everything ahead of time, so you can get on with other work (or life!) while I bring my brilliance to your website.
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Optional: At the end of the day, we’ll get back on a short call to discuss the updates, and make sure you’re comfortable with any new skills to keep things fresh.
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You’ll get complimentary access to a complete library of Squarespace training videos, plus 7 days of email support from me.
(Remember, you get free 24×7 support from the Squarespace team, too.)
Investment: $1,200
Frequently Asked
Do you only work in Squarespace?
At the moment, yes: I specialize in Squarespace for authors. Additionally, your website needs to be built using version 7.1. Send me your web address and I’ll take a look!
Will we get everything on my wish list done in one day?
We’ll prioritize the most impactful items together. Most clients are thrilled with how much can be accomplished in a single Glow Up. If I don’t finish, you’ll have the option to book another day, or half day.
How far in advance do I need to book?
I typically book a few weeks out. Once you choose your date, that’s your guaranteed slot. If you’re gathering material for me, this will be due one week before the nominated day.
Do I need to be available during the whole day?
No — just for our planning call, which happens a few days ahead, and your optional handover call at the end. The rest of the time, I’ll be working my magic behind the scenes.
How much time will you spend?
I’ll support you with preparation before your Glow Up day, and with emailed questions for 7 days afterward. On the day itself, I’ll clear my calendar to spend up to 6 focused hours on your site. My years of experience mean I get stellar results fast.
I’m not sure what changes to ask for. Can you help me decide?
Absolutely. While preparing, tell me your worries and your author goals. I’ll give you friendly, expert advice for how your site can support you better.
Hi, I’m Pauline Wiles
I’m not only a Squarespace designer with years of experience creating beautiful, powerful author websites — I’m also an author myself.
I understand what your site needs to support your books and your career.