R.Michael wrote: "Hi K.A.,
You did a great job with both sites and I see the same results with my two sites- the book site gets three times the traffic my personal site gets. Personally, I'm okay with that; the book..."

Mike, Thanks so much for taking a look at my websites. It's a relief to know that someone else has the same kinds of traffic patterns that I have on my sites!

Hi K.A.,
You did a great job with both sites and I see the same results with my two sites- the book site gets three times the traffic my personal site gets. Personally, I'm okay with that; the book is really where I want the focus to be. If someone wants to know more about me, that's a plus. Having both sites is a good thing for internet exposure and the more links to each the better.
BTW- it looks like a very cute book! Best of luck with it.
Mike

My children's early reader, BAIT FOR LUNCH, released in July of 2009. I put together a book website at http://www.baitforlunch.com and my author's website at http://www.kaokagaki.com

I purchased the domain names, but redirect them to free sites on Wordpress. I used templates to create both sites.

While the book website gets a fair amount of traffic, my author's site does not. It could be that my name is too hard to remember how to spell, or because the site isn't interesting enough. Any suggestions on what I can do to improve it?

Thanks!

I recently redesigned my author website. Originally it was a traditional group of web pages, but I've transitioned it to a wordpress site. It's a lot more flexible for me to configure on my own, allowing for easy daily updates.

I use pages for book excerpts and serialized fiction and the blog to alert subscribers when I update. Of course, the welcome post with links to my recently released book stays stickied at the top of the page!!

I'd love any and all feedback from everyone here as I've only been writing for a year and I'm flying by the seat of my pants when it comes to all the business of writing.

If you'd like to visit my site it's at:
http://www.sesshabattousai.com - just click the picture to get to the goodies!

Here's the link to my new and improved website:
http://glenngthater.com
It contains information on my sword and sorcery series of books (Harbinger of Doom), free short stories, and all things sword and sorcery!

Hi to everyone!
I've just joined Goodreads. Here's a link to my website and I'd really appeciate people's opinions.
Kind regards,
James Rainsford.

http://www.jamesrainsford.com/

Hi everyone

Please join my blog and get updates of my latest book
Forever Yours. Also read about my next books.

http://jmsmithromanceauthor.blogspot.com...
http://mjsmithbooks.weebly.com/index.htm...

Thanks for your support

I use Wix.com. It's a great site. The basic package is free. I've made a main website and three others that connect to my published books and works in progress. They have terrific flash capabilities. Takes just a little getting use to to make one, but there are templates. I took a lot of templates and just rearranged them with my own. I love Wix. Highly recommend it.

Main site:

http://www.wix.com/ThePhantomsLessons/Vi...

Companion Sites:

http://thepriceofinnocence.com/

http://www.wix.com/ThePhantomsLessons/Le...

http://wix.com/ThePhantomsLessons/Vallet...

I also made a partner site for authors to post their books, if you're interested and fall into the category of individuals I'm looking for. I hope you enjoy this as well.

http://janesofromance.com

I have my site listed on the profile page, but here it is again...

http://eastlondonadventurersclub.com

I'm always interested in feedback.

Sarah wrote: "Hi there -- Just signed a publishing contract with Atria, a division of Simon & Schuster, and I launched my website this week. I'd love to get some feedback -- and would really appreciate it if any..."

That's wonderful news about the contract! I stopped over to the web site and it is very well put together. I'm sure you'll have nothing short of a brilliant success with your book.

Hi,

My friends website and blog are http://trishsilver.com
She has a book trailer video on her site. She is also promoting new authors on her site starting in December. Go to http://www.whenirememberlove.com/new-aut... to find out more.

Hello,

Currently I have a basic book website http://www.kmjohnson3stepstoknowing.com and my blog http://michelejenterprises.blogspot.com I am working on another site or at least some way to link the two.

Thanks!
K.M. Johnson

Hi all,

I just wanted to share my blog at http://juleswellesley.blogspot.com
with everyone. To Sheryl, who posted above, I think your contest idea (winner gets to be a character in the next book) is brilliant! Maybe you could let people choose whether they'd like to be a hero or villain...

Cheers,
Jules

Gina wrote: "I've just updated my web site and added a section about old Japan. I was thinking about the things that get me interested in a site, and generally I'll go back if there's interesting info about the..."

Gina, what a beautiful and informative website!
I have a little problem reading the font, it might be my eyes: the 'Biog' link to me looks like 'Blog' so I was searching for your bio in vain;) If I were you, I would change it to 'Bio' so people with less acute vision can find it easier.
Otherwise, nothing but praise.
Best, Wendy

http://www.wendygillissen.com
Curse of the Tahiéra

David wrote: "Hi everyone, check out my recent book trailer for my book Post-Human

trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o4lSYRYVw...
Website: http://post-humannovel.com/

cheers!"

Hi David,
nice website, clear and consise! I like the way the excerpt is presented, very stylish. I have only one question: why no links page? A links page with reciprocal links to relevant websites is good for your Google ranking. Personally, I also like the way we can use links pages for mutual support, it's win-win for everyone!
Good luck with your novel! Best, Wendy

Hi everyone,

I made my own website for my debut fantasy novel 'Curse of the Tahiéra' and would love to hear your thoughts!

It's at http://www.wendygillissen.com

Cheers, Wendy

Hi there,

my site can be found at http://www.closetcasepress.com

I hope you enjoy!

Amber Lehman

Hi everyone, check out my recent book trailer for my book Post-Human

trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o4lSYRYVw...
Website: http://post-humannovel.com/

cheers!

http://outskirtspress.com/findingthewayh...


My website for my book of poetry, "Finding the Way Home

Gina - Your website is beautiful and interesting. I loved the Japanese prints and the information about them.

My one thought is if the Japanese prints is the main page, I would consider placing a little of your biography at the beginning so viewers know whom the website belongs.
Laurel
http://laurel6346.tripod.com
http://www.authorsden.com/laurellamperd

I've just updated my web site and added a section about old Japan. I was thinking about the things that get me interested in a site, and generally I'll go back if there's interesting info about the background to a book, or the era a book is about... being a mad history nut and all. Anyway, here's my updated section:

http://www.ginacolliasuzuki.com/utamaro-...

Mike, THANK YOU!!! I was so hoping I did it right this time.

Kaylin :)

Hi everyone

Here's my website and my blog address.

Thanks for your comments and support.

Cheers
MJ
http://mjsmithbooks.weebly.com/index.htm...
http://jmsmithromanceauthor.blogspot.com...

Okay. Here's my YouTube special. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Idl7XJijK...

Please check it out and leave me a few comments. Will do the same for you!

Kaylin :)

Daniel wrote: "In terms of getting the interest of readers, I'm curious to know if people think a website is best used to specifically promote a book, or if its maybe more useful to use it as a blogging platform?..."

I'm kind of a little of it all. I look at my site as being "My Site," and like to post whree to find me on the net (social networks), give updates like blogs and latest news, I have a Meebo chat that I use when I'm sheduling chat days, a suggest reads section that really is nothing more than a Shelfari shelf lol.

But all in all, it's my site to promote Me and My Work.

R/S
Trent Kinsey
http://www.TrentKinsey.com

M.J. wrote: "Hi everyone
Updated my site. Please let me know what you think.

Thanks
MJ
http://mjsmithbooks.weebly.com/index.htm...
"
Lovely website, MJ. It has a love story look about it.
Laurel

llamperd@wn.com.au

Hi everyone
Updated my site. Please let me know what you think.

Thanks
MJ
http://mjsmithbooks.weebly.com/index.htm...

Kaylin wrote: "Eliminated the music and added more links. My new book trailer will be added this week. Would still love feedback from anyone visiting my site. Thanks!

http://www.kaylinmcfarren.com"

Wow, Kaylin, very impressive, especially your awards.

Hi everyone

If you like a great historical romance set in WWII Europe, please take a look at Forever Yours.
Its my debut novel, and available for preview on my site.
http://mjsmithbooks.weebly.com/index.htm...

Enjoy!
MJ

I love your website and especially the trailer for your novel. How did you do that? I think it's an amazing selling feature and I'd like to try that for my novels.

Have a great day!
M.J. Macie

Elise wrote: "When you stop by please sign my guest book :)

www.elisecrawford.com"

Elise wrote: "When you stop by please sign my guest book :)

www.elisecrawford.com"
Lovely website, Elise. I like the book roll. It shows how far we have come.
Laurel
http://laurel6346.tripod.com

Kaylin wrote: "Eliminated the music and added more links. My new book trailer will be added this week. Would still love feedback from anyone visiting my site. Thanks!

http://www.kaylinmcfarren.com"
Lovely site, Kaylin. You look like you are an animal lover.
Laurel
http://laurel6346.tripod.com

When you stop by please sign my guest book :)

www.elisecrawford.com

Eliminated the music and added more links. My new book trailer will be added this week. Would still love feedback from anyone visiting my site. Thanks!

http://www.kaylinmcfarren.com

I checked out your website and it looks terrific! Did you design the page yourself? Look forward to reading at least one of your books.

M.J. Macie

Thanks for asking! :D

My website is http://lpwrites.com

My podcast is http://lprants.com

My publisher is http://www.4465press.com

Yvonnew wrote: "Hi M.J. Macie ,

Nice website, clear easy to read and locate information. Your books are right there within eye view I do not have to scroll down. Easy access to purchase. Great colors.

Regards,..."

Thank you so much for the encouraging review! I hope the page will entice readers to purchase the books. I also hope the novel descriptions will do the trick.

M.J. Macie

Hi M.J. Macie ,

Nice website, clear easy to read and locate information. Your books are right there within eye view I do not have to scroll down. Easy access to purchase. Great colors.

Regards,

YvonneW
Author Assistant

My website is: www.mj-macie-mysterybooks.com. I would love any comments or questions anyone may have about the site or the novels.
M.J. Macie

Hi Gina,

Thanks for looking at my website.

The English Monarchy and Witchcraft seems to be getting a lot of attention already! :)

Edain

Thanks. I travel a bit and will try to get a few more fun photos posted as time allows.

Kaylin :D

Edain wrote: "Here is my website:

http://www.edainduguay.com

Please feel free to take a look! :)

Blessings to your Hearths,

Edain"

I'll be keeping an eye out for your 'The English Monarchy and Witchcraft' when it's released :o)

Kaylin wrote: "Here's mine as well: http://www.kaylinmcfarren.com

Would love to have everyone visit...

Kaylin :)"

You have some really lovely photos on your site... night time in Gion is gorgeous. That's something I need on my site... more photos.

Here is my website:

http://www.edainduguay.com

Please feel free to take a look! :)

Blessings to your Hearths,

Edain

Here's mine as well: http://www.kaylinmcfarren.com

Would love to have everyone visit...

Kaylin :)

Dee wrote: "Hi Siobhan,

Welcome, and thanks for sharing your site. Love the dog...or is that a bear? :]"

thank you, he thinks he is a polar bear rug and that i wont notice him if he lies stretched flat out - espcially when its time for walkies or bath time... at about 140lbs and 6foot across when flat out he is difficult to miss, not trip over..... but lovely to cuddle watching movies.

great site, thank you for this.

Thank you, Dee! :o)

I'm an eternal fiddler. Off to fiddle with one of my blogs now...

Hey Gina,

LOVE the new look of the site, but you always do amazing work :]

Hi Siobhan,

Welcome, and thanks for sharing your site. Love the dog...or is that a bear? :]

heres mine, hope you like it.

www.thepenancelist.com