Elevate your author brand with Ivy and Hawthorn & Aster. With nearly 15 years of experience, Ivy creates visually stunning, high-quality websites that capture your unique vision and branding. Specializing in platforms like WordPress (using Elementor, Divi, Seedprod, and more), Wix, and Squarespace, Ivy designs tailored digital experiences that engage your audience and boost your online presence.

Why Choose Ivy & Hawthorn & Aster?

• Proven Expertise: Benefit from Ivy’s extensive experience in web design, ensuring your website reflects professionalism and creativity.
• Affordable Excellence: Choose from competitive packages—a single-page landing site for $400 or a comprehensive six-page website for $600—with the flexibility to add pages as needed.
• Tailored to Authors: We specialize in creating websites that resonate with writers and creatives, capturing your story and brand essence.
• (Optional) Integrated Services: Enjoy additional services such as logo design and professional SEO writing to enhance your website’s performance and visibility.
• Collaborative Approach: Working with Hawthorn & Aster means a dedicated team focused on your project’s success, offering personalized support and innovative solutions throughout the design process.

Transform your online presence with a website that truly reflects your narrative. Contact Ivy and Hawthorn & Aster today to build the perfect digital home for your work.

Keep your website running smoothly and securely with our expert web maintenance services at Hawthorn & Aster. We offer flexible, affordable plans designed to keep your site up-to-date, optimized, and performing at its best—allowing you to focus on your business without worry.

Our Maintenance Options:

• Single Service Session – $75: Ideal for quick fixes, updates, or troubleshooting when you need immediate support.
• Quarterly Maintenance – $65 per session: Regular care every three months to ensure your site stays secure and efficient.
• Bimonthly Maintenance – $60 per session: Proactive updates and performance checks every two months for consistent website health.
• Monthly Maintenance – $40 per session: Ongoing, monthly support to keep your website running seamlessly and securely.
• Biweekly Maintenance – $55 per month: Frequent, twice-monthly check-ups to catch issues early and optimize performance.
• Weekly Maintenance – $70 per month: Comprehensive weekly maintenance for maximum security, performance, and peace of mind.

Why Choose Our Web Maintenance Services?

Optimized Performance: Consistent maintenance ensures fast load times, smooth navigation, and a reliable user experience.

Cost-Effective Solutions: With a variety of pricing options, you can choose the maintenance schedule that best fits your needs and budget.

Expert Support: Our experienced team is dedicated to proactive website care, ensuring your online presence is always in top shape.

Invest in the longevity and success of your website with professional maintenance that works for you. Contact Hawthorn & Aster today to schedule your service and enjoy a hassle-free, high-performance website.

Transform your book’s first impression with our custom book cover design services. At Hawthorn & Aster, we specialize in creating captivating covers that reflect your story’s unique voice, ensuring your book stands out in both digital and print marketplaces. Whether you need an eye-catching ebook cover or a complete visual identity with full wraps for paperback, hardcover, and audiobook editions, our experienced team is here to bring your vision to life.

Our Custom Book Cover Design Packages:

• Ebook Cover (Only) – $250:
Engage digital readers with a compelling ebook cover that encapsulates your narrative’s tone and style.

• Ebook & Paperback – $300:
Enhance your publication’s appeal by pairing a dynamic ebook cover with a professionally designed paperback wrap.

• Ebook, Paperback & Hardcover – $400:
Create a consistent visual identity across multiple formats with a comprehensive package that covers ebook, paperback, and hardcover designs.

• Ebook, Paperback & Audiobook – $350:
Reach all audiences with a unified design approach, ensuring your ebook, paperback, and audiobook covers share a cohesive, striking look.

• Ebook, Paperback, Hardcover & Audiobook – $450:
For the ultimate branding experience, opt for our complete package that delivers stunning cover designs for ebook, paperback, hardcover, and audiobook editions.

Why Choose Hawthorn & Aster for Your Book Cover Design?

Expert Design & Branding: With years of creative experience, we craft visually impactful covers that capture the essence of your story and resonate with your target audience.

Tailored Solutions: Every design is customized to align with your genre, style, and branding, ensuring a seamless and professional presentation.

Multi-Format Expertise: Our comprehensive service options allow you to maintain a consistent visual identity across ebook, paperback, hardcover, and audiobook formats.

Affordable Quality: We offer competitive pricing without compromising on quality, making professional book cover design accessible for every author.

Collaborative Process: We work closely with you through every stage of the design process, ensuring your vision is perfectly translated into an eye-catching cover.

Elevate your publication’s appeal and create a lasting impression with a book cover that truly tells your story. Contact Hawthorn & Aster today to start designing a cover that captures the essence of your work and engages readers from the very first glance.

Take the stress out of book formatting with our comprehensive book interior formatting solutions—designed for self-published and indie authors alike. At Hawthorn & Aster, we offer both fully customizable formatting packages and affordable, preset-based options to ensure your manuscript looks polished on both digital and print platforms. Publish with confidence and let your book shine! 🌿

Fully Customizable Formatting Packages

Our fully customizable formatting options include front and back matter design, unique chapter headers for dual POV narratives, custom scene breaks, and creative templates for text messages or letters. Plus, you can enhance your design with optional add-ons such as Spotify Playlist Pages and full-page spreads. Once your package is purchased, we’ll connect with you via a design questionnaire to tailor every detail to your vision.

1. English Ivy Package – Simple and Polished ($100)

Front and back matter formatting

Removal of double spaces at the beginning of paragraphs

Standard chapter headers for dual POV (non-illustrated)

Custom scene breaks using simple line or symbol-based designs

Optional Add-ons:
• Spotify Playlist Page: $10
• Full-page spreads: $10 per page

2. Boston Ivy Package – Stylish and Bespoke ($150)

All features of the English Ivy Package

Unique illustrated chapter headers for dual POV

Custom templates for text messages and handwritten letters

Enhanced scene breaks with themed motifs or minimalist art

Optional Add-ons:
• Spotify Playlist Page: $10
• Full-page spreads: $10 per page

3. Devil’s Ivy Package – Creative and Visual ($200)

All features of the Boston Ivy Package

Full bleed chapter images to introduce each chapter or section

Advanced templates for text messages, journals, and handwritten letters with unique styling

Inclusion of 2 full-page spreads

Optional Add-ons:
• Additional full-page spreads: $10 per page

4. Poison Ivy Package – Immersive and Exquisite ($300)

All features of the Devil’s Ivy Package

Custom thematic chapter designs integrated with your book’s branding (font, layout, and chapter opener art)

Up to 5 full-page spreads

Custom Spotify Playlist Page with an embedded QR code linking to your playlist

Personalized map or artwork for fantasy settings

Optional Add-ons:
• Additional full-page spreads: $10 per page
• Extra custom artwork: $15 per page (maps, detailed designs, etc.)

Simple Formatting for Authors on a Budget

For authors seeking a cost-effective, professional layout without the extra frills, our simple formatting service is the perfect choice. For just $50, choose from 26 beautiful presets to seamlessly format your book for both digital and print mediums. Each package includes:

Front Matter: Copyright page, title pages, dedication, and more

Back Matter: About the author, acknowledgments, and calls to action

A polished, professional layout that meets industry standards

Our fast and reliable service ensures your manuscript is publication-ready on platforms like Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, and beyond—perfect for authors on a budget who refuse to compromise on quality.

Enhance your manuscript with specialized sensitivity reading designed to ensure your work is respectful, authentic, and engaging. I provide in-depth feedback on challenging subjects including mental illness (CPTSD, mood disorders, depression, etc.), trauma, eating disorders, self-harm, addiction, grief/familial loss, LGBTQIA* issues, and unseen illnesses. With a keen eye for nuance and a commitment to ethical storytelling, my service helps you portray complex topics with empathy and accuracy.

Why Work With Me?

• Specialized Expertise: I offer targeted insight on sensitive topics such as mental health, trauma, and LGBTQIA* experiences, ensuring your narrative is both informed and compassionate.
• Authentic Feedback: Benefit from thorough, constructive reviews that help you refine your manuscript while honoring the lived experiences of your characters.
• Commitment to Inclusivity: My approach emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and respect, making sure your work resonates with a wide audience without perpetuating harmful stereotypes.
• Collaborative Process: I work closely with you, providing personalized feedback that supports your creative vision and enhances your storytelling.
• Industry Knowledge: With a deep understanding of current sensitivity standards, I help you align your narrative with contemporary best practices in publishing.

Optimize your narrative and publish with confidence. Contact me today to ensure your manuscript shines with authenticity and sensitivity.

🌿 Standard Sensitivity Read (Overall feedback on sensitive topics, harmful tropes, and reader impact)
✔ $150 – up to 50K words
✔ $250 – up to 80K words
✔ $350 – up to 100K words
✔ $500+ – for longer books

🌺 In-Depth Sensitivity Read (Detailed notes, scene-by-scene analysis, rewrite suggestions, and direct manuscript markups)
✔ $250 – up to 50K words
✔ $350 – up to 80K words
✔ $450 – up to 100K words
✔ $600+ – for longer books

⚡ Rush Sensitivity Read (7-day turnaround)
✔ +25-50% surcharge

Before your book hits the shelves, make sure it resonates with readers by getting honest, constructive feedback from an experienced beta reader. At Hawthorn & Aster, we provide professional beta reading services tailored specifically for indie and self-published romance authors, ensuring your story captivates, flows smoothly, and delivers the emotional impact romance readers crave.

What is Beta Reading & Why Do You Need It?

Beta reading is an essential step in the publishing process, giving you a reader’s perspective before final edits. Unlike a critique partner or editor, a beta reader approaches your book as a reader would, providing valuable insights into:

✔ Character Development – Are your characters relatable, compelling, and well-developed?
✔ Romantic Tension & Chemistry – Does the romance feel authentic and engaging?
✔ Pacing & Flow – Does the story move smoothly, or are there slow or rushed sections?
✔ Dialogue & Narrative Voice – Is the dialogue natural? Does the prose fit your target audience?
✔ Plot Consistency & Logic – Are there plot holes, inconsistencies, or unresolved threads?
✔ Emotional Impact – Does your book evoke the right emotions at the right moments?

Get Reader-Ready with Professional Beta Reading!

Beta reading is a crucial step in making your romance novel the best it can be. Whether you're writing steamy contemporary, heartwarming historical, or thrilling paranormal romance, we’ll help ensure your story engages, excites, and delivers a satisfying happily-ever-after.

🌿 Basic Beta Read (Overall impressions, light feedback on characters & plot)
✔ $75 – up to 50K words
✔ $125 – up to 80K words
✔ $175 – up to 100K words
✔ $250+ for longer books

🌺 In-Depth Beta Read (Detailed chapter notes, feedback on romance arc, pacing, and character depth)
✔ $125 – up to 50K words
✔ $175 – up to 80K words
✔ $225 – up to 100K words
✔ $300+ for longer books

⚡ Rush Beta Read (7-day turnaround)
✔ +25-50% surcharge