Steven Hawley – Author Website
Project Overview
Steven Hawley is a Patagonia-published author whose work explores rivers, dams, and the ecological impact of water management on salmonids throughout the American West. As he prepared for an upcoming book launch, Steven needed a website that would do more than simply exist online — it needed to clearly present his work, support long-form writing, and establish a strong digital home for readers, publishers, and conservation-minded audiences alike.
Coyote Moon Creative partnered with Steven to design and build a clean, modern Squarespace website that places his writing front and center while supporting long-term discoverability through thoughtful structure and SEO-friendly content organization.
Client
Steven Hawley
Industry
Author
Duration
2 weeks
Client Goals
The primary objectives for Steven’s website were clear and focused:
Promote an upcoming book launch
Establish a professional author platform
Encourage readers to explore blog content
Highlight writing centered on rivers, dams, and environmental impact
Create a website that is simple to update and manage over time
Design & Development Approach
The site was built on Squarespace with a minimalist, content-first approach that allows Steven’s writing to take priority. Layout decisions were intentionally restrained, ensuring that typography, spacing, and visual hierarchy support long-form reading without distraction.
Key considerations during the build included:
Clear navigation to guide readers to books, blog posts, and background information
A streamlined homepage that introduces Steven’s work and purpose at a glance
Blog structure optimized for ongoing publishing and SEO visibility
Responsive design to ensure readability across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
The result is a website that feels calm, credible, and aligned with Steven’s voice as an author and environmental storyteller.
Results & Outcome
Steven now has a professional Squarespace website that supports both immediate book promotion and long-term brand growth as an author. The site clearly communicates his focus, encourages deeper engagement with his blog content, and provides a strong foundation for future releases, press opportunities, and audience growth.
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