The Bespoke Bookstore is a done-for-you service designed to help writers build literary ownership through direct sales by creating a fully functional Shopify author website and bookstore that sells both your print and ebooks.

That means you are not simply getting an author website with a headshot and bio; you're also getting a fully functioning bookstore that could sell other merchandise. So you get two websites for the price of one. Your readers get to learn about you, explore your literary world, and purchase your books directly from a platform built specifically for your work.

And the best part? Your bookstore is powered through print-on-demand integration. That means you do not have to hold inventory.

You do not have to package books.

You do not have to ship orders yourself.

When a reader purchases your book, the order is automatically processed through your approved print-on-demand provider and shipped directly to your customer. The cost of printing the book and the shipping is automatically deducted from the order total, and you get your cut sent directly to the bank account of your choice. 

Your bookstore works 24/7  without your living room turning into a warehouse.

As your website development team, we build your bookstore from the ground up, ensuring your platform is professional, functional, and aligned with your literary brand. This service is designed for authors who want a done-for-you platform without the stress of figuring out website development, backend setup, payment systems, and store configuration on their own.

We do not simply build websites, but help you build sustainable literary real estate. Having an author website and bookstore helps legitimize your business and allows you to keep more of the money from your book's sales. 

The Bespoke Bookstore is designed to function as both your literary home and your online storefront.

A place where readers can:

Discover your books
learn more about your work
connect with your literary brand
and purchase your print and digital titles directly from you.

We handle the technical setup, store development, payment processor configuration, print-on-demand integration, and launch preparation so you can focus on what you do best: writing and building relationships with your readers.

As a team of artists, authors, and website developers, our goal is simple: To help you launch a professional author website and bookstore that reflects your work, supports your readership, and allows you to sell directly to your audience with confidence.

Because literary ownership is not just about writing books, it is also about building the infrastructure that helps those books travel.

 

What's Included In This Service:

(3) Zoom Meetings- (1) before your project is started, (1) to present your website and note what revisions are needed if necessary, and (1) to present your revisions. After that, any additional revisions will be presented via email. 

Two Rounds Of Revisions (if needed)

Complete Store Build and Configuration

Complete Shopify bookstore development

Up to 15 book listings, including print and eBook upload and setup

Homepage setup

About The Author page

Terms of Service page

Privacy Policy page

Shipping Policy page

Return Policy page

Social media integration

Navigation menu and site organization setup

Payment processor configuration, including: Shopify Payments and PayPal

Print-on-demand setup and integration through: KDP, Lulu, or an approved provider

Digital product and eBook delivery setup

Store checkout and purchasing configuration

Basic mobile optimization and responsiveness check

Store configuration and custom domain connection

Basic SEO setup

 

Length Of Service

Estimated completion timeline: 10 weeks from the date all required items are delivered to our team. Your timeline may vary depending on project complexity, responsiveness, and the timely delivery of required materials. If your project will take more than 10 weeks, you will be contacted in writing.

 

Cost of Service: $4,800. 

Payment plans available: Afterpay, Klarna, and Shop Pay. 

 

Optional Add-Ons

Many authors require multiple services while building their literary presence. Here are the discounted add-ons that are available when bundled with a Bespoke Bookstore:

Logo Design Add-On Price: $355

Book Cover Add-On Price: $650

Afrocentric Developmental Editing:

Chapbooks Add-On Price: $1,250

Full Poetry Collections Add-On Price: $2,000

Full-Spectrum Poetry Book Development  Add-On Price: $3,8000

 

Client Responsibilities

Client is responsible for providing:

Brand kit including fonts and color palette

Purchasing the domain and login information needed to set up the domain

Professional email address

Shopify login credentials

Homepage copy and images

About page copy and photos

Book descriptions, including your book summary, page count, and publishing information

Book cover files

Book formats and pricing

Completed eBook files, if applicable

Social media links

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