Q.1
How often do you visit fiction author websites?
Frequently
Sometimes
Rarely
Never
Q.2
What might inspire you to visit a fiction author website?
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enjoyed their book(s)
heard about their book(s) and want more info
followed a link to their blog or site
random browsing
Other:
Q.3
What pages do you like to see on a fiction author website? Check all that apply.
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About the author
About individual books/series
Events and appearances
Blog
Contact page
Book purchase page
Other:
Q.4
What kind of content (in addition to the above) do you look for on pages or in the blog?
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Background on the writing of the books, setting, etc.
Extra material related to the books, e.g. "deleted scenes"
Writing advice
Personal information or reflections from the author
Other:
Any further comments?
Q.5
What is most important to you in a fiction author website? Please rank the choices by dragging them into the appropriate order (most important first).
A striking and beautiful design
Content that meets your needs
Ability to contact the author directly
Ability to subscribe to blog and/or sign up for email newsletter
Clear and intuitive navigation
Ability to purchase books through the site
Other
Q.6
Anything else you'd like to tell me about your use of or hopes/expectations of fiction author websites?