Your LitRPG author website needs to pull the reader in, make it easy to find sprawling series, and give fans a place to connect and keep up to date with new releases.
My team and I have built tons of fantasy and sci-fi author websites (along with many other genres), so we know what it takes to build a platform that sets the scene while showcasing your brand.
We put together this tight list of 8 LitRPG author websites that meet our standards and understand what their audience wants.
If you’re looking for inspiration and great ideas for your own LitRPG site, keep reading. And if you’d like us to build your author website for you, feel free to reach out to us.
1. Matt Dinniman’s Website
Viral For A Reason
First Impressions:
- Dope icons and graphics that perfectly fit the theme of the author’s hit book series.
- An amazing ecosystem of the author’s universe that feeds back into itself, providing a great user experience.
We’re starting the list off with a bang.
From a cult following to a viral craze, we have the Dungeon Crawler Carl LitRPG website.
It looks absolutely incredible, with awesome illustrations and flash design.
But it’s also super focused. Straightforward funneling makes it easy for readers to find the webtoons, graphic novels, and Patreon (plus, it has a Character Soundboard section on the homepage to hear all the wild dialogue from each character).
This website is an absolute fave with my team and me; it even made my ultimate list of author websites.
2. Tom Elliot’s Website
Community Hub
First Impressions:
- Streamline design that enhances community engagement.
- Fan-service extras that appeal to new readers, too, including an overview of his hit series, background lore, evolutionary charts of main characters, and a glossary.
This one was made by yours truly.
My team and I have built so many types of websites, but this sleek LitRPG one is one of our favorites (we have a few gamers and fantasy lovers).
Every element on this site is designed to feel grand.
For example, the book page has his series encased in gold framing while sitting upon what looks like magical rock. It almost looks like an item you need to collect in a game.
The site is clearly made for LitRPG fanatics. Tom frequently updates his website to keep his readers in the loop.
He has communities over on Patreon, Discord, and Facebook, for fans to interact and receive early access content.
Interested in what else my team can do? Check out our atmospheric fantasy and sci-fi author websites here.
3. Seth Ring’s Website
Online Codex
First Impressions:
- Gripping intro that pulls the reader in.
- A codex-like design aided by simple CTAs and cool elements like Story Statistics under the book pages.
The site feels alive, from the intro down to the small orbit-like elements around CTAs.
This is perfect for the author’s brand. Usage of earthy tones and gold embellishments avoids being over the top, yet still grand.
This design is grounded in streamlined navigation. The menu only has a few options, and there are CTAs scattered throughout the site.
See something interesting? Here’s a clear CTA taking you there. Perfect for LitRPG readers.
4. Luke Chmilenko’s Website
For The Fans
First Impressions:
- Great use of illustrations to grab the reader’s attention.
- Well-placed CTA’s makes for a good user experience.
This LitRPG author website has a good flow to it, accompanied by some fun imagery to immerse the reader.
But one thing that stands out is that the author clearly cares a lot about his fanbase.
There’s a section with works coming next on the homepage, a Serials tab with seamless navigation through different stories, and a really active blog. Very dedicated!
He also provides great value for subscribing with advanced chapters and a community on Discord.
5. J. Zachary Pike’s Website
E-commerce Meets DnD
First Impressions:
- Excellent usage of themed illustrations that have a DnD feel.
- Navigable pages that make exploration a breeze.
This LitRPG has flawless branding. Landing on it transports you to the author’s world immediately.
Fun imagery and bold text that centers around the author’s work allow the content to pop, while guided by a sleek design that leads readers down the Orcanomics rabbit hole.
And the design respects white space, keeping things clean.
The shop is easy to use with plenty of options for readers to pick from for ease of purchase.
But one suggestion I would make is optimizing the Book pages. If you just want to view a book, the CTA buttons are further down the page.
I’d put the buttons further up under the description. The more scrolling a reader has to do to make a purchase, the less likely they’ll do it!
6. Jez Cajiao’s Website
Dark & Gritty Done Right
First Impressions:
- Unique design that resembles a futuristic monitor.
- Easy-to-navigate pages with clear CTAs to guide readers.
Gritty and atmospheric is how I’d describe this next LitRPG author website.
The pages ombre into appealing dark hues, while blocky text and design elements help give the content space.
You can find super images that give you a feel for the world the author created, which will definitely intrigue readers.
I will say that the design could be more polished. Heading banners are a bit distracting and could be clearer with CTAs and better-placed links for the books.
Otherwise, I think this site gets the job done fine.
7. Shadow Alley Press’s Website
Indie Publisher That Understands Readers (& Authors!)
First Impressions:
- Friendly copy with clear CTAs helps build trust and authority.
- The color palette and imagery set the tone for the type of stories you can find on this website.
This website example is a little different from the others because it’s for an independent publisher with a library of books and authors.
The design is professional and to the point, while holding a warmth and passion for the work they do – all great for branding!
There are plenty of resources on the site for authors and readers alike, under clear headings in the menu for seamless navigation.
But what I really love is how they’ve organized the catalog of books and authors, making it easy to find your next read.
And signing up to their newsletter has tons of value with 10+ free titles in the starter library.
8. G.R. Cooper’s Website
Two Page Wonder
First Impressions:
- Simple site design that makes for a clean funnel for readers.
- Moody, brazen colors and fonts immerse the reader in the atmosphere.
This LitRPG author website is focused and gets straight to the point. The intro grips you, showcasing the genres and a bold CTA to check out the author’s series.
Scroll through the homepage for more details on the author, and you can click on the Series recap at the bottom for book details.
Otherwise, most links lead you off the website to follow the author on other platforms or check out the series on Amazon.
I would’ve preferred a menu of sorts at the top and some clearer copy to guide readers more easily.
But if you want something simple and only have a few places to send readers, this design could work for you.
Ready For Some Real Progression?
My team and I searched through hundreds of LitRPG websites (not an exaggeration), and the websites above are the only ones polished enough to include.
Yes, I know, we’re particular. We’ve built over 150+ websites, so I think we’ve earned the right to be.
So, I really hope this gave you some ideas for your own website.
But if you’re overwhelmed with trying to do this one on your own, and you want something custom-built with readers in mind, we’ve got you.
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