Author Brand Design
& Virtual Assistant Support
Founder & Brand Designer
Annie BucknallStruggling with author overwhelm? Hire a dedicated industry professional to help you with the tasks that steal you from your stories. From websites to social media management, we’re here to help you create a consistent, recognisable brand your readers love.
Hi, I’m Annie Bucknall,
Of Well Creative Literary Services
As a author brand specialist, I help writers like you create meaningful brands and beautiful, easy-to-navigate websites your readers will recognise. As a Virtual Assistant, I take care of all the little things that take you away from your writing—social media, graphic design, event management, podcast management, video editing and more.
It’s my goal that working with me lightens your mental load, giving you time to refill your own creative well and meet your deadlines.
Good help is easy to find.
Virtual Assistant Services
Be well supported. Hire an experienced publishing VA so you can get back to what you do best…writing!
Ad-hoc Requests
$70
Min 1 hour .
Got a problem you just need sorted fast?
Popular
Hourly Block
$180
Block of 3 x hours to be used at any time.
Expires after 12 months.
VIP VA Services
$400
8 hours per month + bonus hour during release months
Minimum 3 month commitment.
Embarrassed by your newsletter?
Newsletter & Substack Setup
Creating a newsletter doesn’t have to feel like a chore. With the right support, it can actually be enjoyable…no, really! Whether you’re working with Mailchimp, Substack, or looking to switch platforms, I’m here to make the process smooth, stress-free, and, yes—fun. Together, we’ll build a newsletter you’re proud to share with readers.
HERE’S HOW IT WORKS
In your personalised call, I’ll guide you through a mini-branding session to capture the essence of your voice and work. We’ll discuss your goals, your readers’ (and publisher’s) expectations, and what message you want to share. Whether you’re starting fresh or refining your current newsletter, we’ll create a clear plan that works for you.
If you’ve already got it all figured out? Perfect! I’ll take detailed notes on what’s working well to inform your redesign.
WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE
After our call, I’ll deliver your custom newsletter branding and setup package within a week, including:
Imported Subscriber List: Seamlessly migrated to your new platform (if applicable). You’ll also receive a suggested email template you can use to notify your readers of the change.
Mini Brand Guidelines: A handy reference guide with your newsletter’s fonts and color hex codes, so you can easily create on-brand graphics in the future.
Custom Header Banner: A professionally designed banner to give your newsletter a polished and eye-catching look.
Square Promo Image: Perfect for promoting your newsletter on social media or showcasing it on your Substack sign-up page.
Custom Divider: A unique design to separate sections in your newsletter, adding style and professionalism.
Featured Image Template: A reusable template for the featured image in your monthly updates. Sized perfectly for Substack, it’s designed to help you stand out.
Author Signature: A stylish, personalized signature graphic to add a warm, professional touch to your emails.
READY TO GET STARTED?
For just $550, you’ll have everything you need to launch or revamp your newsletter with confidence, style, and ease. Ready to get started? Let’s make your newsletter a joy for you—and your readers!
SUBSTACKS I MANAGE
For some examples of my work, check out Pink Ink by Rachael Johns, the Writes4Women Substack and Virtually Annie (my own author design Substack).
Bookings open for 2025. Reserve your place.
Makeover your online presence.
Squarespace Websites for Authors & Businesses
Give your author brand a beautiful, mobile-friendly website that speaks to your ideal readers. Perfect for authors needing multi-page sites, online courses, or a professional base for a service business. Each site is crafted to be inviting, easy to navigate, and fully responsive. Prices begin at $3200.
Let’s build a digital home that tells your story.
Canva Websites for Authors
Who said simple couldn’t be custom?
For authors who want a no-fuss, one-page website, Canva can be a fantastic solution. Suitable for authors with a small number of books out (or writers querying agents), this option allows you to have an aesthetically pleasing site you can update yourself with a Canva Pro account.
For authors wanting a simple, custom digital home (fully installed), a one-page Canva site including Visual Brand Guidelines is available for $600.
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Contact Us
Get in touch with Annie to discuss your literary support needs. From websites to graphic design, Annie can handle almost all of your authorly requests!