Overview
Hello, I'm Daniel W.
Here's something most web designers can't say: I'm an international bestselling author with 70+ books published, 100,000+ books sold, and over 4.5 million pages read.
I don't just build author websites. I build them from the inside — as someone who's lived the indie publishing grind, grown an audience from scratch, and learned exactly what readers need to see before they hit follow, sign up, or buy.
That's the difference when you work with me.
📖 WHAT I BUILD
Custom websites for authors — designed to reflect your brand, sell your books, and grow your mailing list. Whether you're publishing your debut or refreshing a site that no longer fits who you are, I'll build something that works as hard as your writing does.
(Specialising in Wordpress, Squarespace, and Wix)
✅ WHY WORK WITH ME?
● Published author of 70+ books across horror, fantasy, and post-apocalyptic fiction
● 100,000+ books sold and 4.5M+ pages read
● Podcaster, speaker, and self-publishing advocate
I understand your readers, your genre, and your goals — because they're mine too.
🛠️ WHAT'S INCLUDED?
● Full website design and build on WordPress (with Elementor Pro)
● SEO optimisation so readers and search engines can find you
● Mobile and desktop optimisation
● Mailing list integration and lead magnet setup
● Social media integration
● Training so you can manage and update the site yourself
● Clear communication throughout — no jargon, no ghost acts
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ WHAT MY CLIENTS SAY ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"Daniel did an absolutely marvellous job on my website. He listened to my rather long wish list, honoured every one of my requests, and remained willing and enthusiastic when I asked for tweaks and alterations. He was prompt, positive, communicative, and patient — and demonstrated the vision and skill necessary to create a functional, aesthetically pleasing finished product." — Jonathan Janz
"Not only did Daniel make me the perfect website for my podcast, he gave invaluable advice on presentation and functionality. He was incredibly fast and reduced the whole process to a series of simple choices. If you want a clean professional site with a dollop of creativity, I'd recommend him completely." — Neil McRobert, Talking Scared Podcast
"Daniel wasn't only able to build us a flashy website with all the accoutrements you'd expect in a modern design. He was also able to create a foundational structure from which we've been able to build off of, and will continue to do so, for years to come." — The Other Stories Podcast
💬 LET'S TALK
Drop me a message and tell me about your project. I'll get back to you quickly — and I'll actually understand what you're trying to build.
Services
Non-Fiction
Fiction
Works with
Certifications
- CIM Level 6 in Digital Marketing
Work experience
Self-employed
Self-employed
Projects
Angela Haas (www.ahaaswrites.com)
Angela was grappling with something a lot of authors face - loving more than one genre.
Angela wanted a way to display both her romance side, and her sci-fi side. What followed, was a clever pathfinder route which led to both sides of her personality, so that the RIGHT readers found the RIGHT books.
"Working with Dan to create my new website was like having a design superhero on my team! He was a total pleasure to work with—patient, diligent, and always ready to tackle my endless questions with a smile. Dan didn't just meet my expectations; he surpassed them, crafting a site that's not only stunning but perfectly tailored to my vision. If you're looking for a web designer who brings both talent and enthusiasm to the table, Dan’s your guy. Trust me, your website will thank you!" — Angela Haas
The Other Stories (www.theotherstories.net)
The Other Stories podcast has amassed over 12 million downloads since 2016, with over 500 episodes of a dozen or so fiction shows, selling books, merch, and housing a team of writers, narrators, and producers.
When it came to building the website for this titan, it was important to utilise its powerful brand, while making it easy to navigate for long-term fans, and newcomers to the show.
What now stands is a site that captures the essence of The Other Stories, while making it easy for discoverability, showcasing a wide array of works.
"Dan wasn’t only able to build us a flashy website with all the accoutrements you’d expect in a modern design. He was also able to create a foundational structure from which we’ve been able to build off of, and will continue to do so, for years to come." — Luke Kondor
Nick Kolakowski (www.nickkolakowski.com)
Nick came to me after his previous designer left his site built in a way that Nick couldn't decode. He wanted to be able to make easy changes to his site without overhauling the aesthetic too much, leaving him more in control of his business, without having to rely on paying a designer for small edits and changes.
After discussion, I rebuilt his website from scratch, improving small pieces of the site while keeping the design that Nick was happy with. He now has a site where he is more in control and can spend his money more on his writing than his website.
"Daniel is absolutely everything you want in a web designer: incredibly fast and efficient, creative, and very kind. He turned my decrepit site into an attractive, SEO-optimized web destination in record time, and I'm extremely pleased with his work." — Nick Kolakowski
Monstrous Femme (www.monstrousfemme.com)
Allegra came to me to help rescue her site after her previous designer failed to deliver what she had asked for. The site was clunky, with pages and details missing, and didn't perform her requests.
After a great conversation with Allegra, I was able to step in and overhaul the site in 48 hours, allowing her to meet her deadline of launching the latest issue of Monstrous Femme magazine. While the company is no longer active, I'm proud of the work on this site.
“Daniel stepped in at the 11th hour to save our website, which had been derailed by our previous web designers. It was an absolute joy to work with him. He’s a consummate professional who made all our requested adjustments and additions extremely quickly, as we needed, and produced a fabulous final product. He also provided us with instructive materials so we’d know how to manage and update the site, in addition to continuing to make minor tweaks for us upon request. Aside from that, his pricing was very reasonable and fair. We couldn’t be happier with our website or with his efficient, excellent service. I highly recommend him!” — Allegra C., Monstrous Femme
Jonathan Janz (www.jonathanjanz.com)
Jonathan's site was in need of an uplift following the announcement of his new book. With a portfolio of almost 30 books, Jonathan wanted a site that showcased his library, and made it easy to see his books at a glance.
"Daniel did an absolutely marvelous job on my website. He listened to my (rather long) wish list, honored every one of my requests, and remained willing and enthusiastic when I asked for tweaks and alterations. He was prompt, positive, communicative, and patient, and just as importantly, he demonstrated the vision and skill necessary to create a functional, aesthetically pleasing finished product. Thanks to Daniel, I now have a first-rate website where people can read about my work, sign up for my newsletter, contact me, or simply get to know me. That Daniel was able to deliver all of those things for an extremely reasonable price is amazing to me. I'm so thankful I chose to work with him!" — Jonathan Janz
