Business Details
15 Years
experience
Custom Author Website Design & Development
kikaDESIGN is a web design and development company specializing in creating custom websites for authors. Founded in 2011, we have spent over a decade studying author needs and developing a proprietary platform within WordPress to deliver dynamic, feature-rich websites. Our team combines expertise in digital media, marketing, and the book industry to create solutions that grow with authors throughout their careers.We offer comprehensive services including website design, online branding, and print marketing materials, ensuring consistency across all platforms. Our proprietary auto-updating system empowers authors to maintain their websites independently. With global reach and a focus on client relationships, we provide personalized consultation and support throughout the design process and beyond.
Services
Web Design
Online Branding
Print Marketing
WordPress Themes
Website Consultation
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer over a decade of author-specific web design experience
- Our proprietary auto-updating system simplifies website maintenance
- We provide comprehensive branding across online and print platforms
- Our team includes certified WordPress developers and marketers
- We guarantee personalized consultation and ongoing support
Services
Web Design
We create custom author websites tailored to individual writing careers. Our platforms include book excerpts, ordering options, and review sections while maintaining easy update capabilities. The proprietary system built within WordPress allows authors to modify content across entire sites in minutes. Our designs adapt to authors' evolving needs throughout their publishing journeys.
Online Branding
We ensure consistent brand representation across digital platforms including websites, social media, and email marketing. Services include Facebook, Twitter, and Mailchimp integration that aligns with website aesthetics. Our approach maintains professional consistency while adapting branding elements to different platform requirements and audience engagement strategies.
Print Marketing
We extend brand identity to physical materials like business cards, postcards, and promotional items. These materials maintain visual consistency with digital assets while optimizing for print production requirements. Our services ensure professional representation at book signings, conferences, and other in-person author events.
WordPress Themes
We offer both custom-built and pre-designed WordPress theme customization. Our proprietary templates allow full branding control through color, font, and layout adjustments while maintaining functional integrity. The system supports both basic modifications and complete theme redevelopment based on client requirements.
Website Consultation
We provide free 30-minute consultations to assess website needs based on writing career stages. Our process matches clients with appropriate service packages while explaining customization options. Consultations include guidance on platform selection, feature implementation, and long-term website scalability considerations.
People
Katrina Glover
Owner, Designer + Developer
Founder of kikaDESIGN with over a decade of web design experience. Holds a Bachelors in Digital Media & Marketing from University of Denver. Combines coding expertise with publishing industry knowledge to create author-focused websites.
Questions
What website packages do you offer?
We offer four packages: Express, Express+, Pro, and Custom. Each includes different levels of customization and features to match authors' specific needs and career stages.
Can I update my website myself?
Yes, our proprietary system allows easy updates across your entire website within minutes using WordPress's intuitive interface without requiring technical expertise.
Do you work with non-authors?
While we specialize in author websites, we also work with other clients. If you need a website, we'll discuss your requirements and determine if we're the right match.
What payment options are available?
We accept money orders, checks, and money transfers with no fees. We can also arrange Apple Pay or PayPal payments with advance notice, plus offer flexible payment plans.
How long does website development take?
Project timelines vary by package and depend on timely communication. All projects use our client portal with clearly defined deliverables and projected completion dates.
Do you offer a-la-carte services?
Yes, we provide customized services beyond standard packages. If you have specific requirements, contact us to discuss tailored solutions that meet your unique needs.