set-up, branding, and graphics

MODULE ONE:

Welcome to Module One!

Before you dive into editing your new website, it’s important to lay a strong brand foundation… the colors, fonts, images, and graphics that will shape your readers’ first impression. This module will help you gather and customize every essential piece you’ll need to create a website that feels uniquely you.

By the end of this module, you’ll have your entire brand toolkit ready to bring into Squarespace, making the next steps faster and easier.

What You’ll Do in This Module:

  • Choose a color palette that matches your author brand and stories

  • Select fonts that set the perfect tone for your genre

  • Find and organize the images and graphics used in your template

  • Customize your Canva design files for cohesive visuals

  • Familiarize yourself with your Squarespace dashboard and upload your first graphics

Before you begin:

Set aside some focused time for this module... gathering your branding elements now will make customizing your site a breeze later. Don’t worry if you don’t have everything perfect right away; you can always adjust as you go.

LESSONS IN THIS MODULE: