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Why create author website with HostingAuthors for your books

When you create author website with HostingAuthors you get a purpose-built book landing page, built-in bookstore, blog, podcast hosting, and mailing list tools designed for self-published authors.

HostingAuthors combines easy templates and publishing tools so indie authors can showcase multiple titles, connect with readers, and sell directly. Trusted by over 5,400 indie authors, our platform supports free starter sites and paid tiers from $9 to $29 per month.

“I launched my debut novel site in an afternoon and saw a 20% lift in preorders.” — Nadia R., indie author. Ready to try? Sign up at https://www.hostingauthors.com/ and start with the free plan.

How It Works

1

Choose a template

Pick a book-focused template and customize cover images, blurbs, buy links, and author bio without coding.

2

Add books and pages

Upload multiple book listings, connect retailers or your Shopify/PayPal checkout, and create pages for events, podcasts, and sample chapters.

3

Connect audience tools

Enable mailing lists, add signup forms, and publish blog posts or podcast episodes to build and engage your readership.

4

Go live with your domain

Use a free hosting subdomain or map a custom domain in minutes; SEO-friendly metadata and social previews included.

Essential features to build your author website

Book landing pages

Templates tailored for book covers, blurbs, buy buttons, sample chapters, reviews, and awards to convert browsers into readers.

Built-in bookstore

Sell ebooks and print books directly or link to retailers. Manage pricing, download delivery, and order confirmations from one dashboard.

Mailing lists and forms

Collect reader emails with customizable forms, automated welcome emails, and simple segmentation to power launches and newsletters.

Custom domains and hosting

Map your domain or use a HostingAuthors subdomain. Fast hosting, SSL, and automatic backups included on all plans.

Blogging and podcast support

Publish blog posts and host podcasts to share author updates, behind-the-scenes content, and episode feeds for listeners.

Plans, publishing tools, and what’s included

Start free to test features and publish a single book page. Upgrade to unlock multiple books, custom domains, storefront features, and advanced mailing tools.

Paid plans range $9–$29/mo and include higher book limits, priority support, and additional integrations for bookstores, analytics, and marketing.

Plan highlights

  • Free tier: 1 book, subdomain, basic mailing list
  • $9/mo: 3 books, custom domain, blog
  • $19/mo: 10 books, podcast hosting, expanded mailing lists
  • $29/mo: Unlimited books, full bookstore, priority support

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. You can publish a free site immediately and upgrade at any time to add more books, a custom domain, or storefront features.

Yes. All paid plans support custom domain mapping and every site gets free SSL certificates for secure browsing.

Absolutely. Use the built-in bookstore to sell ebooks and print copies or connect to external retailers and payment processors like Stripe or PayPal.

Yes. Every plan includes mailing list tools and signup forms. Higher-tier plans add automation and segmentation features.

In most cases yes. You can import content, book metadata, and media. Priority migration assistance is available on higher-tier plans.

We offer email support for all plans and priority chat support for paid subscribers. Our Help Center includes guides on SEO, launch checklists, and sample templates.

Launch your author website now with HostingAuthors

Create a polished book landing site, collect reader emails, and start selling with a free plan — scale up as your audience grows.

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