{"id":40502,"date":"2023-05-30T07:00:32","date_gmt":"2023-05-30T14:00:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dhblog.dream.press\/blog\/?p=40502"},"modified":"2025-05-26T06:01:39","modified_gmt":"2025-05-26T13:01:39","slug":"author-website","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/author-website\/","title":{"rendered":"25 WordPress Themes Perfect for Your Author Website"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Aiming for a Booker prize? Dreaming of becoming the next Stephen King or Danielle Steel?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For any writer trying to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/how-to-create-content-marketing-strategy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">build an audience<\/a> or attract professional clients, a good <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/how-to-create-freelance-writer-website\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">author website<\/a> is essential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many writers choose to create their digital presence with WordPress. It\u2019s easy to use and optimized for publishing, after all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"glossary-term\">\n\t<a\n\t\tclass=\"glossary-term__above-title\"\n\t\thref=\"\"\n\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\trel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\n\t>\n\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 640 512\"><path d=\"M320 32c-8.1 0-16.1 1.4-23.7 4.1L15.8 137.4C6.3 140.9 0 149.9 0 160s6.3 19.1 15.8 22.6l57.9 20.9C57.3 229.3 48 259.8 48 291.9v28.1c0 28.4-10.8 57.7-22.3 80.8c-6.5 13-13.9 25.8-22.5 37.6C0 442.7-.9 448.3 .9 453.4s6 8.9 11.2 10.2l64 16c4.2 1.1 8.7 .3 12.4-2s6.3-6.1 7.1-10.4c8.6-42.8 4.3-81.2-2.1-108.7C90.3 344.3 86 329.8 80 316.5V291.9c0-30.2 10.2-58.7 27.9-81.5c12.9-15.5 29.6-28 49.2-35.7l157-61.7c8.2-3.2 17.5 .8 20.7 9s-.8 17.5-9 20.7l-157 61.7c-12.4 4.9-23.3 12.4-32.2 21.6l159.6 57.6c7.6 2.7 15.6 4.1 23.7 4.1s16.1-1.4 23.7-4.1L624.2 182.6c9.5-3.4 15.8-12.5 15.8-22.6s-6.3-19.1-15.8-22.6L343.7 36.1C336.1 33.4 328.1 32 320 32zM128 408c0 35.3 86 72 192 72s192-36.7 192-72L496.7 262.6 354.5 314c-11.1 4-22.8 6-34.5 6s-23.5-2-34.5-6L143.3 262.6 128 408z\"\/><\/svg>\n\t\t<span><\/span>\n\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M342.6 233.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-192 192c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0s-12.5-32.8 0-45.3L274.7 256 105.4 86.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0l192 192z\"\/><\/svg>\n\t<\/a>\n    <h3>WordPress<\/h3>\n    <p>WordPress is an open-source Content Management System (CMS). Since it is free and accessible, WordPress is used to power almost any type of website, from blogs to e-commerce businesses.<\/p>\n            <a\n            href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/glossary\/wordpress\/wordpress\/\"\n                        class=\"btn btn--white-outline btn--sm btn--round\"\n                                    target=\"_blank\"\n            rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\n            >\n                            Read More                    <\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you decide to follow this path, you will need to select a design. But with thousands of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/wordpress\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WordPress<\/a> themes aimed at authors and journalists, the options can feel overwhelming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To help you narrow down the options, we have searched high and low for the best themes for writers. Here are our top picks!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"authors\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Themes for Authors and Novelists<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To start our roundup, let\u2019s keep it literary. The following themes are all good choices if you want to promote your author brand and sell your latest books in style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>1) Astra: Best Author Theme for Customization<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Optimized for the WordPress Site Editor and third-party page builders, <a href=\"https:\/\/wpastra.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Astra<\/a> provides a complete no-code design package.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Astra.jpg\" alt=\"Astra Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40521 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Astra.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Astra-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Astra-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Astra-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Astra-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Astra-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Astra-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Astra-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Astra-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Astra-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Astra-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Astra-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The base theme is very clean and readable, and Pro users can choose their own fonts and colors. If you\u2019re looking to save time, Astra Pro includes a library of 180 full-site templates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another key feature of Astra is performance. With a load time of half a second, you won\u2019t keep your readers waiting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key Features<\/b>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lots of customization options<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Works with most popular site builders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lightweight theme with strong performance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Price<\/b>: Free, Astra Pro from $47\/year or $227 lifetime license<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>2) BookWise: Best Theme Template for Selling Books<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thrivethemes.com\/themebuilder\/bookwise\/#bookwisecta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BookWise<\/a> isn\u2019t strictly a standalone theme \u2014 it\u2019s actually one of the default setups for the Thrive Theme builder. Much like Astra, this gives you the option to build out your own design or choose something from a vast template library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Bookwise.jpg\" alt=\"Bookwise Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40522 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bookwise.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Bookwise-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Bookwise-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Bookwise-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Bookwise-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bookwise-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bookwise-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bookwise-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bookwise-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bookwise-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bookwise-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bookwise-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The difference here is that the blocks and templates are aimed at authors, so you can create sections for reviews, characters, purchase links, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This template\u2019s focus is mainly on selling books. It lets you easily promote author events, and set up your own <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/wordpress\/woocommerce-hosting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">online store<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key features<\/b>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Drag-and-drop customization<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Template library with designs aimed at authors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Events and e-commerce features baked in<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Pricing<\/b>: $99 as part of the Thrive Theme Builder<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>3) MyBook: Best Theme for Promoting Your Latest Release<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This theme has a homepage design that really helps show off your latest title. It also includes an author bio section, and an area for placing your affiliate <a href=\"https:\/\/help.dreamhost.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360049112191-eCommerce\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ecommerce<\/a> links (e.g. Amazon, Bookshop).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/MyBook.jpg\" alt=\"MyBook Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40523 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/MyBook.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/MyBook-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/MyBook-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/MyBook-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/MyBook-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/MyBook-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/MyBook-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/MyBook-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/MyBook-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/MyBook-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/MyBook-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/MyBook-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer to sell your book via your own site, <a href=\"https:\/\/templatic.com\/wordpress-author-themes\/mybook#templatic-pricing-plans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MyBook<\/a> is compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/woocommerce-online-store-in-an-hour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WooCommerce<\/a>. In addition, a built-in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/how-to-create-an-email-newsletter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">email newsletter<\/a> feature makes it easy to keep in touch with your audience, and reusable content blocks allow you to build custom portfolio pages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key Features:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Front page design that displays a book cover<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>WooCommerce support for selling direct<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Newsletter integrations for building your email list<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Price<\/b>: $49 one-time purchase<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"article-newsletter article-newsletter--gradient\">\n\n\n<h2>Get Content Delivered Straight to Your Inbox<\/h2><p>Subscribe now to receive all the latest updates, delivered directly to your inbox.<\/p><form class=\"nwsl-form\" id=\"newsletter_block_\" novalidate><div class=\"messages\"><\/div><div class=\"form-group\"><label for=\"input_newsletter_block_\"><input type=\"email\"name=\"email\"id=\"input_newsletter_block_\"placeholder=\"Enter your email address\"novalidatedisabled=\"disabled\"\/><\/label><button type=\"submit\"class=\"btn btn--brand\"disabled=\"disabled\"><span>Sign Me Up!<\/span><svg width=\"21\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 21 14\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<path d=\"M13.8523 0.42524L12.9323 1.34521C12.7095 1.56801 12.7132 1.9304 12.9404 2.14865L16.7241 5.7823H0.5625C0.251859 5.7823 0 6.03416 0 6.3448V7.6573C0 7.96794 0.251859 8.2198 0.5625 8.2198H16.7241L12.9405 11.8535C12.7132 12.0717 12.7095 12.4341 12.9323 12.6569L13.8523 13.5769C14.072 13.7965 14.4281 13.7965 14.6478 13.5769L20.8259 7.39879C21.0456 7.17913 21.0456 6.82298 20.8259 6.60327L14.6477 0.42524C14.4281 0.205584 14.0719 0.205584 13.8523 0.42524Z\" fill=\"white\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<\/button><\/div><\/form><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>4) Book: Best Author Theme for Promoting eBooks<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Made for selling digital titles, <a href=\"https:\/\/preview.themeforest.net\/item\/book-responsive-ebook-landing-page-wordpress-theme\/full_screen_preview\/12222850\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a> is a premium theme that provides a visually appealing landing page design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Book.jpg\" alt=\"Book Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40524 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Book.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Book-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Book-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Book-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Book-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Book-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Book-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Book-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Book-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Book-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Book-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Book-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The default layout is made for promoting ebook titles, but you can use the built-in theme builder to create your design. This theme comes with FontAwesome and Google Fonts ready to use, as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find many more customization options behind the scenes. Given all these options, we appreciate the incredibly thorough <a href=\"https:\/\/help.dreamhost.com\/hc\/en-us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">documentation<\/a> that comes with this theme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key features<\/b>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Theme builder and customization options<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong landing page design with call-to-action<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Native support for Google Fonts, FontAwesome, MailChimp, and Twitter<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Pricing<\/b>:&nbsp; $59 one-time purchase<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>5) Read WP: Best Author Theme for Readability<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With an excellent choice of fonts and plenty of negative space, this premium theme is perfect for any of the minimalists among us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Read-WP.jpg\" alt=\"Read WP Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40525 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Read-WP.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Read-WP-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Read-WP-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Read-WP-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Read-WP-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Read-WP-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Read-WP-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Read-WP-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Read-WP-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Read-WP-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Read-WP-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Read-WP-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you find yourself wanting to change things up though, <a href=\"https:\/\/themeforest.net\/item\/read-wp-responsive-minimalist-blog-theme\/4004353\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read WP<\/a> provides access to 600 Google Fonts and three different layouts. Professional writers will appreciate the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/build-your-online-portfolio-fast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">portfolio<\/a> feature, and the design is fully responsive \u2014 so it looks the part on all devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key Features<\/b>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Elegant typography that highlights your writing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Three different blog layouts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dedicated portfolio section<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Price<\/b>: $49 one-time purchase<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>6) Book Author: Best Theme for Self Publishers<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s something about the <a href=\"https:\/\/templatic.com\/wordpress-author-themes\/book-author\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book Author<\/a> theme that feels very Penguin Classics. Perhaps it&#8217;s the bold scheme, or the particular way in which at which the books are displayed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/BookAuthor.jpg\" alt=\"Book Author Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40526 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/BookAuthor.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/BookAuthor-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/BookAuthor-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/BookAuthor-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/BookAuthor-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/BookAuthor-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/BookAuthor-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/BookAuthor-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/BookAuthor-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/BookAuthor-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/BookAuthor-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/BookAuthor-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Nevertheless, this theme is certainly aimed at self-publishing authors \u2014 particularly folks with multiple titles or a book series. The design is crisp, with six possible layouts, an advanced homepage slider, and the ability to create an online catalog. Plus, you can sell digital downloads of your various works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key features<\/b>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Multiple layouts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Huge array of cataloging and ecommerce options<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy to customize with colors and fonts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Pricing<\/b>: $69 one-time purchase<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>7) Gindur: Best Theme for Online Novels<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>And now, for something a little different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/creativemarket.com\/premiumcoding\/863124-Gindur-Medieval-WordPress-Theme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gindur<\/a> features medieval inspired typography, but the design is cutting-edge \u2014 Built for publishing stories, this theme is both <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/glossary\/web-design\/responsive-design\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">responsive<\/a> and Retina-ready. It\u2019s snappy as all get out, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Gindur.jpg\" alt=\"Gindur Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40527 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gindur.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Gindur-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Gindur-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Gindur-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Gindur-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gindur-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gindur-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gindur-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gindur-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gindur-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gindur-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gindur-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Most aspects of Gindur are customizable, so you can easily swap out that ornate blackletter font if you\u2019d like. Meanwhile, built-in SEO optimization could help give you a head start on other writers in your genre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key features:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Set up for online publishing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Responsive, Retina-ready, and fast to load<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SEO optimization<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Pricing<\/b>: $39 one-time purchase<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>8) Book Landing Page: Best Free Theme for Authors<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you only want a simple one-page website to promote your writing, the free version of <a href=\"https:\/\/rarathemes.com\/wordpress-themes\/book-landing-page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book Landing Page<\/a> might cover your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Book-Landing-Page.jpg\" alt=\"Book Landing Page Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40528 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Book-Landing-Page.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Book-Landing-Page-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Book-Landing-Page-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Book-Landing-Page-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Book-Landing-Page-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Book-Landing-Page-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Book-Landing-Page-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Book-Landing-Page-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Book-Landing-Page-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Book-Landing-Page-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Book-Landing-Page-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Book-Landing-Page-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The design of this theme lets you show off a single title alongside a big old buy button. Further down the page, you have seven sections to play with, including a tabbed box for preview snippets. It feels best suited to non-fiction titles, but you could use it for any type of book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While it\u2019s not the most visually distinctive template on this list, you really can\u2019t complain for the low low price of $0.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key features<\/b>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Seven home page sections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Social media integration and search optimization<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ready for translation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Pricing<\/b>: Free, with Premium upgrade available for $59<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>9) Novela: Best Author Theme for Readers<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This innovative theme allows you to create immersive previews of your ebooks, complete with page-turning animations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Novela.jpg\" alt=\"Novela Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40529 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Novela.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Novela-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Novela-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Novela-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Novela-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Novela-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Novela-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Novela-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Novela-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Novela-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Novela-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Novela-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The default landing page is pretty striking, too, with a big background image and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/css-animation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">parallax<\/a> scrolling effects. Just as importantly, you have sections for your author bio, and for introducing your characters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the business side, <a href=\"https:\/\/themeforest.net\/item\/novela-book-landing-reading-theme\/9380450\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Novela<\/a> allows you to set up and sell digital downloads. In fact, the whole theme is really optimized for ebook sales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key Features<\/b>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unique book-like preview mode<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optimized for digital downloads<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visually striking design with loads of customization options<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Pricing<\/b>: $59 one-time purchase<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>10) Leona: The Most Powerful Theme for Authors<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Featuring a dazzling assortment of shortcodes and widgets, <a href=\"https:\/\/themeforest.net\/item\/leona-wordpress-theme-for-book-writers-and-authors\/23959322\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Leona<\/a> is perhaps the most powerful author focused theme in this list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Leona.jpg\" alt=\"Leona Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40530 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Leona.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Leona-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Leona-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Leona-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Leona-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Leona-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Leona-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Leona-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Leona-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Leona-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Leona-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Leona-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s not the only thing we like \u2014 this theme offers WooCommerce and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/email-marketing-wordpress-website\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MailChimp<\/a> integrations, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/pro-services\/marketing\/social-media-marketing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">social media<\/a> widgets, Google Fonts support, and a preview mode similar to the one in Novela.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just as importantly, the design of Leona is crisp, contemporary, and completely responsive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key features<\/b>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Loads of shortcodes and widgets built in<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Integrates with MailChimp, WooCommerce, and Twitter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Modern design and excellent documentation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Pricing<\/b>: $64 one-time purchase<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>11) Bookory: Best Online Book Store Theme<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re trying to create more of an online store than just another author site, consider using <a href=\"https:\/\/themeforest.net\/item\/bookory-book-store-woocommerce-theme\/36448131\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bookory<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Bookory.jpg\" alt=\"Bookory Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40531 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bookory.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Bookory-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Bookory-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Bookory-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Bookory-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bookory-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bookory-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bookory-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bookory-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bookory-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bookory-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bookory-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This theme allows you to choose from five handsome front page designs, each carefully honed for ecommerce. You also get five product page layouts to choose from, and dedicated templates for your author page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bookory lets you get even more creative via the Elementor theme builder. That said, you might want to stick with the default options, as this theme has a good <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/pagespeed-insights-report\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PageSpeed<\/a> score out of the box.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key Features<\/b>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Slick, responsive ecommerce store design<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Multiple front page and product page templates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Works with WooCommerce and Elementor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Pricing<\/b>: $69 one-time purchase<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>12) Auteur: Best Blogging Theme for Authors<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Blogging can be a good way to promote your next book and encourage interactions with readers. But not all blogging themes are suited to selling books.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Auteur.jpg\" alt=\"Auteur Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40532 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Auteur.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Auteur-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Auteur-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Auteur-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Auteur-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Auteur-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Auteur-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Auteur-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Auteur-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Auteur-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Auteur-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Auteur-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/themeforest.net\/item\/auteur-wordpress-theme-for-authors-reviewers-and-publishers\/23107001\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Auteur<\/a> bridges this gap with 10 stylish blogging layouts and three commerce designs. It also has everything you would expect from a dedicated author theme, such as email signup forms, individual book pages, and author bio sections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to go off-piste, Auteur lets you build layouts via the WPBakery Plugin. This makes it a little more complex to use than some other themes \u2014 and somewhat less performant if you go too wild with the page builder \u2014 but it is still very flexible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key Features<\/b>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Layouts for books, blogging, and ecommerce<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Block-based theme building options<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Integrations with WooCommerce, Contact Form 7, and MailChimp<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Pricing<\/b>: $60 one-time purchase<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>13) ChapterOne: Best Page Builder Theme for Authors<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For authors who want to build a website that stands out from the crowd, <a href=\"https:\/\/themeforest.net\/item\/bridge-creative-multipurpose-wordpress-theme\/7315054\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ChapterOne<\/a> could be a good purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/ChapterOne.jpg\" alt=\"ChapterOne Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40533 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/ChapterOne.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/ChapterOne-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/ChapterOne-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/ChapterOne-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/ChapterOne-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/ChapterOne-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/ChapterOne-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/ChapterOne-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/ChapterOne-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/ChapterOne-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/ChapterOne-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/ChapterOne-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Although this theme is really aimed at publishers, there is plenty to interest individual writers. The front page gives you ample opportunities to show off your new book and older titles. You can also set up shop with support for digital editions and even audiobooks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Flexibility is another strength of ChapterOne, with over 800 Google Fonts, multiple blog layouts and header types, and plenty of useful shortcodes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key Features<\/b>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Several homepage designs, each optimized for promoting books<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contemporary design that can be customized<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Powerful ecommerce templates including various media types<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Pricing<\/b>: $79 one-time purchase<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>14) Brooklyn: Best One-Click Theme for Authors<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although <a href=\"https:\/\/themeforest.net\/item\/brooklyn-responsive-multipurpose-wordpress-theme\/6221179?clickid=SZqWpU3rrxyNR7RVoXTXjwISUkAVVSQBA2uL3w0&amp;iradid=275988&amp;iradtype=ONLINE_TRACKING_LINK&amp;irgwc=1&amp;irmptype=mediapartner&amp;irpid=369282&amp;mp_value1=&amp;utm_campaign=af_impact_radius_369282&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_source=impact_radius\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Brooklyn<\/a> offers a bewildering array of customization options, this theme makes it easy to set up an author site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Brooklyn.jpg\" alt=\"Brooklyn Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40534 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Brooklyn.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Brooklyn-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Brooklyn-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Brooklyn-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Brooklyn-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Brooklyn-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Brooklyn-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Brooklyn-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Brooklyn-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Brooklyn-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Brooklyn-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Brooklyn-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is due to the 52 ready-made site templates that come free with the theme. In the library, you will find some great options for building your site, and you can install each design with just a click.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to make adjustments, Brooklyn gives you 60 blocks to play with and over 100 customization panels to explore. It even has an advanced slider maker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It all might be a bit overwhelming for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/wordpress\/basics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">first-time WordPress users<\/a>, but power users will love it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key Features<\/b>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>52 ready-made site templates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Block-based page builder with 60 elements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over 2,500 individual customization options<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Pricing<\/b>: $59 one-time purchase<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>15) Bridge: Author Theme With the Most Features<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Designed for creatives, <a href=\"https:\/\/themeforest.net\/item\/bridge-creative-multipurpose-wordpress-theme\/7315054\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bridge<\/a> is another theme that packs in a phenomenal number of features. And as with Brooklyn, you have plenty of ready-made demo sites to choose from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Bridge.jpg\" alt=\"Bridge Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40535 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bridge.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Bridge-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Bridge-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Bridge-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Bridge-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bridge-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bridge-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bridge-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bridge-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bridge-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bridge-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Bridge-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer to build something yourself, this theme works with two page builders. With over 200 individual elements at your disposal, you should be able to cook up something special.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This all comes in addition to e-commerce features, full integration with your social media profiles, interactive tours, powerful search, and much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key Features<\/b>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Works with two page builders, includes 200 elements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>610 one-click demo sites<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ecommerce, social media, and search features<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Pricing<\/b>: $69 one-time purchase<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"bloggers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Themes for Bloggers and Journalists<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, not every writer wants to be a New York Times bestselling author.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re more interested in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-blog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">blogging<\/a>, journaling, or journalism, the following themes should be a good fit for your online presence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>16) Typology: Best Minimalist Theme for Writers<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you really want your words to shine, <a href=\"https:\/\/mekshq.com\/theme\/typology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Typology<\/a> could be the theme for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Typology.jpg\" alt=\"Typology Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40536 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Typology.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Typology-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Typology-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Typology-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Typology-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Typology-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Typology-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Typology-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Typology-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Typology-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Typology-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Typology-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The design is much more stripped back in comparison to some other themes on this list, but there is still plenty of visual impact, thanks to bold color choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can change those colors if you want, and the theme provides plenty of control over \u200b\u200btypography. Plus, you can\u2019t forget the impressive performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key features<\/b>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Minimalist yet bold design with focus on written content<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Well suited to blogs, with ad units included<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong performance and SEO optimization<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Pricing<\/b>: $59 one-time purchase<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>17) Maktub: Best Magazine-Style Theme<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At the other end of the web design spectrum, you will find <a href=\"https:\/\/themeforest.net\/item\/maktub-minimal-lightweight-blog-for-wordpress\/38348402\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Maktub<\/a>. This colorful theme delivers content with some visual punch, although the focus is still on typography.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Maktub.jpg\" alt=\"Maktub Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40537 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Maktub.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Maktub-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Maktub-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Maktub-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Maktub-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Maktub-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Maktub-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Maktub-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Maktub-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Maktub-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Maktub-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Maktub-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is also a theme built for speed. It has a perfect PageSpeed score of 100, and MakTub is optimized for AMP. This functionality could be very valuable if you\u2019re trying to attract new readers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On top of this lightweight frame, you can add 11 custom widgets and customize various parts of the theme \u2014 with only one plugin required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key Features<\/b>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bold color scheme and strong typography<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Good performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AMP optimization<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Pricing<\/b>: $35 one-time purchase<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>18) Gutentype: Most Versatile Theme for Bloggers<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Designed to work with the native WordPress site editor and Elementor website builder, this shapeshifting theme lets you choose from 18 different premade page layouts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Gutentype.jpg\" alt=\"Gutentype Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40538 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gutentype.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Gutentype-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Gutentype-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Gutentype-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Gutentype-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gutentype-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gutentype-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gutentype-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gutentype-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gutentype-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gutentype-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gutentype-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While not explicitly designed for writers, <a href=\"https:\/\/themeforest.net\/item\/gutentype-gutenberg-wordpress-blog-theme\/22486033\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gutentype<\/a> still delivers your written content in style. The design is clean, with plenty of white space and excellent optimization for mobile devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aside from the layouts, this theme allows you to get creative with custom post types, social media integrations, dozens of shortcodes, and seven widget areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key Features<\/b>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>18 different page layouts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clean, modern website design<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Works with WooCommerce, Elementor, and WordPress\u2019 site editor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Pricing<\/b>: $69 one-time purchase<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>19) Starter: Best Minimal Theme for Bloggers<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the key selling points of the <a href=\"https:\/\/themeforest.net\/item\/starter-amazingly-optimized-fast-minimalist-blog-theme\/20141836\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Starter<\/a> theme is that it contains only 55 files.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Starter.jpg\" alt=\"Starter Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40539 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Starter.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Starter-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Starter-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Starter-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Starter-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Starter-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Starter-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Starter-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Starter-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Starter-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Starter-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Starter-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Unsurprisingly, this means you have fewer preset layouts to choose from, but both of the available options are very easy on the eyes, and the theme delivers good performance thanks to clean code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even with the small size of this theme, you still get five post types, customizable colors and fonts, and a blog template that is highly readable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key Features<\/b>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lightweight theme with clean code<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Very modern, minimal design with focus on readability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Three post layouts (left, right, without sidebar)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Pricing<\/b>: $49 one-time purchase<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>20) Gema: Best Minimalist Theme for Personal Blogs<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Opening a site made with <a href=\"https:\/\/pixelgrade.com\/themes\/blogging\/gema\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gema<\/a> is like flicking through the pages of a glossy magazine. It\u2019s a style of elegant fonts, white space, and large images.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Gema.jpg\" alt=\"Gema Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40540 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gema.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Gema-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Gema-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Gema-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Gema-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gema-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gema-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gema-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gema-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gema-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gema-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Gema-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We particularly like the header area of this theme. The name of your site is writ large, and the vertical menu is inset so that it blends in nicely with your latest posts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, Gema has features that will impress website visitors in other ways. Along with the usual color and font options, you can create drop caps and introduce a light hover effect wherever it feels right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key Features:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Distinctive, minimalist front page design<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Interesting effects and typography<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Responsive, search optimized, good performance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Pricing<\/b>: \u20ac115 (~$128) one-time purchase or \u20ac75\/year (~$83)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>21) Jason: Best Theme for Independent Journalists<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A different theme from the same stable, <a href=\"https:\/\/pixelgrade.com\/themes\/blogging\/jason\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jason<\/a> would work well for anyone who is trying to build a personal brand in journalism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Jason.jpg\" alt=\"Jason Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40541 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Jason.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Jason-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Jason-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Jason-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Jason-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Jason-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Jason-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Jason-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Jason-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Jason-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Jason-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Jason-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The design here is halfway between a simple blog and a digital magazine, with space devoted to images and nice touches of color throughout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We particularly like the built-in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/make-logo-online-free\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">logo generator<\/a>, which lets you experiment with different typography to create something unique. Jason also has a good archive section, which means readers can find posts on any topic without the help of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/products\/seo-toolkit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">search engine<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key Features<\/b>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lively design with large images and a sidebar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Customizable colors and fonts, and built-in logo builder<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Works nicely with WordPress\u2019 site editor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Pricing<\/b>: \u20ac115 (~$128) one-time purchase or \u20ac75\/year (~$83)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>22) Tove: Best Free Theme for Bloggers<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This pretty little theme from Swedish designer, Anders Noren, is completely free and packed with personality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Tove.jpg\" alt=\"Tove Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40542 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Tove.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Tove-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Tove-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Tove-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Tove-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Tove-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Tove-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Tove-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Tove-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Tove-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Tove-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Tove-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Although originally designed for caf\u00e9 and restaurant websites, you can easily adapt <a href=\"https:\/\/andersnoren.se\/teman\/tove-wordpress-theme\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tove<\/a> for blogging. The default design is playful yet clean, with easy-to-read fonts and over 40 preset block patterns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because many of these elements include buttons, you could link to an external purchase page or another author platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key Features<\/b>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Playful, colorful design<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over 40 block patterns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lightweight at under 200 kilobytes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Pricing<\/b>: Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"writers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Themes for Professional Writers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re the type of author who prefers to work for other people, you might need a slightly different type of website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this final section, we\u2019re going to focus on themes that should work for professional copywriters, ghostwriters, and content marketers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>23) Corner: Best Portfolio Theme for Writers<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A key part of securing work as a writer is impressing potential clients with your body of work. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cssigniter.com\/themes\/corner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Corner<\/a> has a dedicated portfolio section for this purpose, with various layout options to choose from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Corner.jpg\" alt=\"Corner Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40543 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Corner.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Corner-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Corner-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Corner-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Corner-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Corner-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Corner-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Corner-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Corner-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Corner-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Corner-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Corner-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There is nothing very flashy about this theme. The look is clean, refined, and polished. But with Elementor integration and plenty of customization options, you can easily make it your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key Features<\/b>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clean, professional design<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Portfolio feature with several layouts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Block editor support plus Elementor and Google Fonts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Pricing<\/b>: $49\/year<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>24) Sydney Pro: Best Professional Theme for Writers<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Everything about <a href=\"https:\/\/athemes.com\/theme\/sydney\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sydney Pro<\/a> has been finely tuned with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/pro-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">creative professionals<\/a> in mind. This freemium theme lets you choose from a variety of layouts, headers, and footers, each promoting your brand in a different way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sydney-Pro.jpg\" alt=\"Sydney Pro Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40544 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Sydney-Pro.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sydney-Pro-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sydney-Pro-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sydney-Pro-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Sydney-Pro-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Sydney-Pro-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Sydney-Pro-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Sydney-Pro-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Sydney-Pro-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Sydney-Pro-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Sydney-Pro-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Sydney-Pro-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The design here is razor sharp and stripped back, although there are splashes of color for key elements. Sydney Pro also lets you create a compelling blog, utilize pre-made sections, and build multiple sidebars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, it works with tools like HubSpot, Tutor LMS, WooCommerce, and Toolset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Key Features<\/b>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Refined, professional design with pre-built sections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Multiple homepage, blog, and sidebar layouts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Works with a range of third-party platforms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Pricing<\/b>: Free version available, Pro from $69\/year<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>25) Neve: Most Flexible Theme for Professional Writers<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Used by a wide range of business owners, <a href=\"https:\/\/themeisle.com\/themes\/neve\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Neve<\/a> is fast and flexible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1020\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Neve.jpg\" alt=\"Neve Theme\" class=\"wp-image-40545 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Neve.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Neve-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Neve-1024x653.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Neve-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Neve-1536x979.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Neve-600x383.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Neve-1200x765.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Neve-730x465.jpg.webp 730w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Neve-1460x931.jpg.webp 1460w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Neve-784x500.jpg.webp 784w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Neve-1568x1000.jpg.webp 1568w, https:\/\/www-dev.dreamhost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/smush-webp\/2023\/05\/Neve-877x559.jpg.webp 877w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1020;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can choose from over 100 default layouts, all of which deliver good performance. Alternatively, you can use a theme builder of your choice. Neve works with Beaver Builder, Elementor, Visual Composer, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s more, Neve adds features to these third-party plugins \u2014 so you get an extended version of Elementor and WooCommerce with this theme. 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