Case Study: Rosie Talbot - Author of YA Horror Fiction
What did the client think?
A few words from Rosie ...
"I adore my website. My publishers show it to other authors as an example of a brilliant, functional author platform!
Danny is phenomenal to work with. The design process was a dream with Danny understanding my vision immediately. If I have any questions, updates or issues he fixes them in record time. I'm able to grow my author career confident that my website is doing me all the favours."
"I adore my website"
We worked with Rosie to create a unique website that could be used as a platform to grow an audience, and promote their work.
Rosie needed a consistent brand, with blogs, visuals, and media kit.
Client: Rosie Talbot, YA Horror Fiction Author with a focus on the LGBTQ+ community
Objective: Rosie came to us with a clear and passionate vision for her website. As an author with a dedicated social media following, she wanted her site to do more than just host her books. She sought to grow her audience, create a hub for special member offerings, and provide an interactive space for her fans.
Challenges:
- Build a site that reflects Rosie’s unique blend of horror fiction and LGBTQ+ themes
- Integrate her established social media presence to expand her reach
- Offer exclusive content and community engagement features
- Ensure the site evolves alongside Rosie’s career to support future book releases and media appearances
Solution: We collaborated closely with Rosie to create a dynamic website that aligned with her vision.
Key features of the site include:
- Striking Visual Design: A dark, atmospheric layout with bold, eerie elements that reflect her genre and appeal to her YA audience.
- Special Member Offerings: Fans can sign up to become members, receiving access to exclusive chapters, sneak peeks of new projects, and member-only events.
- Blog and Podcast Integration: Rosie’s blog posts and podcast appearances are updated regularly, keeping the site fresh and engaging while giving fans insight into her writing process and inspirations.
- Community Engagement: Social media integration and interactive features allow fans to stay connected, while comment sections and forums provide space for discussion.
Results: Since the launch of her website, Rosie has:
- Secured a new publishing deal, using the site as a platform to announce and promote her upcoming books
- Seen consistent growth in her fanbase, with a steady increase in monthly site visitors
- Gained opportunities to appear on more podcasts, which has brought even more traffic to her site
Her website has become a central hub for her growing community, keeping her audience engaged with a steady stream of fresh content and exclusive offerings.
