ROCKET EXPANSION
Author Website Design & Ads
That Showcase Your Books and Grow Your Readership
Trusted by over 150 bestselling, award‑winning, and rising authors across genres, including…
You Did the Hard Part.
You wrote the book. You obsessed over the cover, agonized over the blurb, and pushed hard for the launch.
Then readers land on your website, and it quietly undoes all of it.
An outdated, confusing, or half-finished site tells readers you’re not quite the real deal. Even when you absolutely are.
We’ve built over 150 custom author websites. We know exactly what makes readers stay, click, and buy.
Matt Ziranek
Rocket Expansion CEO and Co-Founder
Built by Someone
Who Gets It
Hi, I’m Matt.
Before Rocket Expansion, I spent nearly two decades as an artist, illustrator, copywriter, and marketer. I know what it’s like to pour everything into your work… and then struggle to make the world actually notice it.
Talent alone doesn’t build an audience. A platform that clearly shows your value does.
I built Rocket Expansion so authors don’t have to figure that out the hard way.
You write. We make sure the world finds the best version of you.
What Your Author Website Should Actually Do
Most author websites look fine. The problem is they don’t do anything.
Your website should:
Make it instantly clear where new readers should start
Present your books in the right order, with the right context
Tease what’s coming next, and keep readers hooked
Give loyal readers more: deleted scenes, bonus material, deeper dives
Sound and feel like you, not a generic author template
Pull readers deeper into your world every time they visit
We build every site from scratch, around your books, your voice, and your readers
No templates, cookie-cutter layouts, or “good enough.”
Ad Campaigns
That Sell More Books
A great website is your foundation. Facebook and Instagram ads are what pour readers into it.
We run focused Facebook and Instagram campaigns that:
No boosted posts, vanity metrics, or guesswork.
What Authors Say
Mike Bowen
Feb 02, 2026
“I can’t say enough about my experience working with Rocket Expansion. I had no idea where to start or how to proceed and they calmly walked me through the entire process with patience and professionalism. IF only every business operated like this! Real talk. 10/10 recommend!”
Charles R Cooke
Feb 20, 2026
“Rocket Expansion truly brought my website vision to life. Their team was wonderful to work with and showed genuine enthusiasm and care for my project every step of the way. I’m incredibly excited to launch my website and sincerely grateful to Rocket Expansion for making it happen. Thank you for such a great experience.”
Jody Bucher
Jan 27, 2026
“They were professional, collaborative, creative, and thorough in addressing every query. I feel empowered to manage the website and have peace of mind knowing I can reach out to the team for additional support or development needs at any time. I am so grateful to have Rocket Expansion as my website partner and for this new home for Mrs. Gourd and our beloved characters.”
Courtney Desy
Jan 14, 2026
“Working with this team was a genuinely great experience. They were a pleasure to collaborate with—thoughtful, responsive, and attentive at every step. What stood out most was how quickly they understood my brand and translated it into a website that truly feels like me. I’m grateful for their care, clarity, and professionalism throughout the process.”
Howie Groff
March 12, 2026
“What a great experience. The whole team at Rocket Expansion demonstrated a level of concern and professionalism that was reassuring and encouraging throughout the whole process. I am extremely happy with the website they have created for my picture book series! Thank you team Rocket!”
Olive Green
Jan 12, 2026
“We’re really happy with the website Rocket Expansion built for Olive Green Books. From the very beginning, the team was attentive and genuinely mindful of our vision, tone, and audience. They took the time to understand the world behind the books and translated it into a site that feels playful and easy to navigate. Both the mobile version and the desktop version are total hits! Highly recommend!”
Sheldon Collins
Jan 06, 2026
“Rocket Expansion did an incredible job building my website! Their team took my vision and transformed it into a stunning, functional design that perfectly represents my brand. The process was seamless, and the results truly exceeded my expectations.”
How It Works
01.
Quick intro call
We talk through your books, your goals, and whether we’re the right fit for each other.
02.
We design your look, before we build anything
You see a homepage concept first. No surprises, no leaps of faith.
03.
We build it together
You review and give feedback directly on your live site as it takes shape.
04.
Launch & Aftercare
30 days to refine and fix anything that needs tightening.
Clear process. Real timelines. No confusion
Website Portfolio
Who This Is For
Authors who care about their craft.
First‑time authors who want to launch properly.
Mid‑career authors ready to upgrade.
Bestsellers who need a site that matches their reputation.
Fantasy. Romance. Nonfiction. Thriller. Children’s. Science fiction. Speaker.
If your writing is polished, we’re here to make sure your platform is too.
Author Platform & Website Insights
The Big Book Marketing Problem. And How To Fix It
5 Best Website Builders for Authors
How Should An Author Website Look? (To Attract Readers’ Attention)
Learn the Author Website Playbook
Download our guide:
7 Steps to Turn Clicks Into Readers
and join thousands of authors who read our author website and marketing insights every week.
You Wrote the Book.
Let’s built you an online platform that takes it to the stars.