Pub Site

Pub Site is a website platform created specifically for authors and publishers, built by the team at FSB Associates—a digital publicity firm founded in 1995 that has worked with publishers for decades. Unlike general-purpose builders, Pub Site includes author-specific features as defaults: dedicated book pages with bookseller buy buttons, events calendars, review management, and structures for press coverage. The flat $19.99/month price includes hosting with no add-ons required.

What You Get#

• Book pages: Add unlimited books, each with dedicated pages and bookseller link widgets connecting to Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, Kobo, and other retailers.
• Events and tours: A dedicated calendar for book tours, signings, readings, and virtual appearances.
• Blog: Full blogging with automatic excerpt pages, categories, and a WordPress import tool for migrating existing posts.
• Gallery: Photo and video sections for author headshots, book covers, and event photography.
• Social integration: Native links and feed display for Goodreads, BookBub, Instagram, Facebook, and X.
• Email signup: Newsletter signup form built into templates, connecting to common mailing list providers.
• E-commerce: Direct book sales via PayPal integration. Buyers complete checkout on PayPal—not a full on-site cart system.

Who It's For#

• Debut and traditionally-published authors: Writers who need a professional online presence quickly without learning a general-purpose website builder.
• Authors without technical skills: The platform is designed to be built in hours, not days. No coding or design knowledge required.
• Authors with a backlist: Unlimited book support makes it practical for managing multiple titles, unlike platforms that tier by product count.

Pricing: $19.99/month, which includes web hosting. No per-book fees. No transaction fees beyond PayPal's standard rates (2.9% + 30¢). A 14-day free trial is available with no credit card required. Professional setup packages from FSB Associates are available separately for authors who prefer a done-for-you option.

Strengths#

• Built by publishing professionals: FSB Associates has decades of book publicity experience—the platform reflects what author websites need, not what event planners or photographers need.
• Unlimited books: No tiered pricing by title count. Add your full backlist without upgrading.
• Bookseller link management: Centralized management of retailer links is one of the most practical features for authors selling across multiple channels.
• Flat pricing with hosting included: At $19.99/month, there are no surprise add-ons required for standard features.

Limitations#

• Limited design flexibility: Templates are author-focused but not highly customizable. Authors seeking bespoke branding will find fewer options than Squarespace or Showit.
• Basic e-commerce: Checkout routes through PayPal. No native shopping cart, no ebook delivery automation, and no integration with BookFunnel or BookVault for digital file delivery.
• Small platform footprint: Pub Site is a small operation. The feature set has been relatively stable since its 2018 launch; advanced integrations and API access are not available.
• Blog limitations: No commenting system, no membership or gated content, and limited SEO tooling beyond page titles and descriptions.

Alternatives#

WordPress.com ($4–45/month) offers far more flexibility and plugin access. Squarespace ($16–99/month) provides stronger design control. For authors who also sell digital products or courses, Podia ($39/month) consolidates more into one subscription.