Professional Websites and Marketing for Authors Switching from Traditional Publishing

Get websites and marketing built for authors switching from traditional publishing—a long-term platform to grow readership, capture emails, and promote every release. Clear guidance, professional standards, and full author control.

Publishing a book can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re navigating it without the backing of a major publisher. Many {{Client Type}} struggle with knowing who to trust, which steps actually matter, and how to ensure their book meets professional standards.


That’s where our consultancy-led approach makes the difference.


We don’t sell publishing packages.

We provide expert guidance, practical support, and honest advice — tailored specifically to your goals, your book, and where you are in your publishing journey.


Websites and Marketing is ideal for Authors Switching from Traditional Publishing who want to:

  • Publish a book independently, without industry gatekeepers
  • Retain full ownership and creative control
  • Avoid common (and costly) publishing mistakes
  • Work with real people who understand the process from experience
  • Produce a book that stands confidently beside traditionally published titles


Whether you’re at the very beginning or refining a near-finished manuscript, our {service Type} support adapts to your stage — not the other way around.

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About our Websites and Marketing for Authors Switching from Traditional Publishing

As authors switching from traditional publishing, you likely want better control, timelines, and ownership. Our Websites and Marketing service gives you consultancy-led support that keeps the process clear and collaborative. We focus on an author website, SEO foundations, and marketing assets to build visibility beyond marketplaces so you avoid common pitfalls and move forward with confidence. You’ll get practical guidance on the choices that matter, plus professional delivery that meets real-world publishing expectations. The goal is simple: a long-term platform to grow readership, capture emails, and promote every release. If you’ve been searching for author website, book marketing support, SEO for authors, this page is a direct, author-first route to the right help.

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Our approach is intentionally consultative and collaborative.

How We Work

Rather than pushing you through a fixed system, we take the time to understand:


  • Your goals as a {Client Type}
  • The purpose of your book
  • Your audience
  • The level of support you actually need



From there, we guide you through the most effective next steps — offering clarity, structure, and professional insight at every stage of the process.

You’ll always know what we’re doing, why it matters, and what comes next.

Why Authors Choose Dave Palmer Consulting

  • Founded by a successful independent author, not a publishing platform


  • Built to support authors who want quality without compromise


  • Transparent, honest, and tailored — no upselling, no pressure


  • Trusted by authors worldwide


Most importantly, we care about the author experience just as much as the finished book.

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Ready to Move Forward With Confidence?



 Authors Switching from Traditional Publishing looking for expert Websites and Marketing support — without the traditional publishing hurdles — we’d love to talk.


Book a free consultation today and get clear, practical guidance on the best next steps for your book.