The new Great American Bedtime Stories
SEEKING WEB DESIGNER: Professional Author/Illustrator Brand Website I'm an established author and illustrator launching a multi-format children's book brand called "New American Bedtime Classics." I need a professional, modern website that positions my work as a serious creative brand ready for agent/publisher/studio interest. PROJECT SCOPE: Your task is to design and build a professional author website using Squarespace or Wix that includes: Homepage — Strong author presence with compelling tagline and clear navigation About/Author Bio — Professional author story and vision Art Portfolio — Gallery showcasing digital illustrations and character designs (15-20 images) Books Section — Individual pages for each book (Keeper of Tears, Once the Knight, Tilly the Snake) with descriptions, cover images, and buy links Character Universe — Gallery of main characters from all stories with brief backstories Merchandise/Collectibles — Section highlighting character maquettes, cards, and coloring books with QR code info Contact Page — Professional inquiry form for agents, publishers, studios Mobile responsive — Must look professional on phone, tablet, desktop DELIVERABLES: Fully functional website ready to go live Professional design that conveys "established brand" (not indie/DIY) SEO basics included Integration for future e-commerce (book sales) Training/instructions for basic updates TIMELINE: 2-3 weeks BUDGET: $1,000-1,200 USD (includes domain setup assistance) ABOUT ME: I'm a serious creator with multiple published/soon-to-be-published books, original artwork, physical merchandise in production, and genuine interest from agents. This website is the foundation for positioning my work to entertainment studios and major publishers. Quality matters. Professionalism matters. IDEAL DESIGNER: Someone who has: Experience building author/artist brand websites Strong design sense (modern, clean, professional) Understanding of multi-format creative brands Ability to communicate clearly about design choices Portfolio showing similar projects PLEASE INCLUDE IN YOUR PROPOSAL: 2-3 examples of author/artist brand websites you've built Your design philosophy Timeline for completion Any questions about the project