Suzanne Do - Australian Author

A premium author website with book showcase and events

AuthorPublishingWeb DesignBook PageRetailer LinksEvent IntegrationPhoto Gallery6 weeks2025

Author page with book page, retailer links, events and photo gallery.

Project Facts

Services

  • Author Platform
  • Retailer Integration
  • Event Listings
  • Photo Gallery
Suzanne Do author showcase website

Client & Context

This project represents a comprehensive digital transformation focused on creating a professional platform that effectively communicates expertise while driving meaningful business outcomes. The challenge was balancing professional credibility with approachable design.

The target audience required a sophisticated understanding of the client's unique value proposition, necessitating careful consideration of user experience, content strategy, and conversion optimization.

Through strategic design and development, we created a platform that not only showcases expertise but actively contributes to business growth and professional recognition.

Objectives

  • Launch Novel: Drive awareness, engagement, and sales for the debut novel, The Golden Sister.
  • Build Brand: Establish a professional and authentic online presence reflecting the author's unique style.
  • Connect with Readers: Build a loyal community by sharing updates, events, and personal insights.
  • Centralize Information: Create a single source for biographies, works, and media inquiries.

Strategy & Information Architecture

  • Home: Homepage featuring the author's debut novel.
  • The Book: Dedicated page with the book's synopsis and purchase links.
  • About: Author biography and professional background.
  • Events: Calendar for book signings and speaking tours.
  • Gallery: Photo gallery to foster a personal connection with readers.
  • Contact: Streamlined form for professional inquiries.

Design System

We developed a sophisticated and elegant Design System that feels literary and timeless. The design language prioritizes readability with beautiful typography, a warm color palette, and ample white space. The goal was to create an intuitive user interface (UI) and a user experience (UX) that feels less like a website and more like opening a good book.

Design system components showing typography, colors, and UI elements
Typography, color palette, and component library reflecting professional brand aesthetics

Key Components

Novel Showcase

A feature section with cover art, excerpts, and direct purchase links.

Events Calendar

An easily updatable module for managing all public appearances.

Image Gallery

A flexible gallery for sharing high-quality photos from book tours and personal moments.

Press & Media Hub

A resource section with downloadable photos and bios for media and event organizers.

Tech Stack & Integrations

We built the platform using modern web technologies optimized for performance and scalability. The architecture supports real-time features, seamless integrations, and optimal user experience across all devices.

Next.jsReactTypeScriptTailwindVercelAnalyticsSEO ToolsCMS Integration

Migration/SEO

The implementation included comprehensive SEO optimization and performance enhancements to ensure maximum visibility and user engagement. We implemented best practices for search engine optimization and user experience.

Key improvements included structured data markup, optimized page load speeds, and mobile-first responsive design that significantly improved search rankings and user engagement metrics.

Process Timeline

1

Discovery & Planning

2 weeks

User research, technical requirements, and project roadmap

2

Design & Prototyping

3 weeks

UI/UX design, user testing, and design system creation

3

Development & Integration

6 weeks

Full-stack development, content integration, and optimization

4

Testing & Launch

2 weeks

Quality assurance, performance optimization, and deployment

Results & Impact

Boosted professional credibility and online presence.
Increased visibility among readers and publishers.
Streamlined promotion for books and events.
Generated positive feedback from readers and event attendees.

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