A simpler, more sustainable way to show up online
I help authors and speakers create websites and simple digital systems that support their work without overwhelm, so they can focus on their work — not their website.
I'm Liz Ward
The owner and lead designer at Spruce Web Design.
I work with authors, speakers, and thoughtful professionals who want a clear, credible online presence without the pressure of constant marketing.
With over a decade of experience in web development and digital strategy, I focus on building websites that are simple to manage, aligned with your voice, and designed to support your work long-term.
I’m a lifelong reader and writer, which means I understand the vulnerability that comes with putting your work into the world. My goal is to create websites that feel supportive, and that give your work the life and structure it deserves.
Who this is for:
Authors, speakers, and creative professionals who want a professional online presence without constant marketing or technical stress.
A long-term digital partner. Not a one-off project.
Most authors and speakers don’t need constant marketing. They need a website and digital systems that can grow and adapt as their work does. I work as a long-term partner, helping you refine, adjust, and simplify your online presence over time instead of rebuilding it every few years.
- Thoughtful website foundations designed to last
- Systems that adapt as your work evolves
- Strategic support when you need it — without a full-time hire
- Clear, sustainable digital choices that hold up over time
The goal is a digital presence that supports your work. Not one that constantly demands attention.
What I focus on
- Clear, credible websites that support your work
- Simple digital systems you can manage with confidence
- Thoughtful guidance as your work evolves
- Long-term support without constant marketing pressure
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IF you're wondering what happens next
Working together doesn’t start with a sales pitch or a complicated process.
We begin with a simple conversation. This is my chance to understand your work, what you need right now, and whether I’m the right fit to support you. From there, I’ll recommend a clear next step, whether that’s a website project, ongoing support, or something smaller and more focused.
The goal is clarity, not pressure. I want you to have a path forward that feels manageable and aligned with your work.
If You'd like to talk things through
If you’re thinking about updating your website or simplifying your digital presence, you’re welcome to reach out. We can talk through where you’re at, what you need right now, and whether it makes sense to work together. No pressure. No sales pitch.
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