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Diane Whiddon

The reason I feel so strongly that a writer's website should be professional and well-designed is because I'm a writer, too. 

I've been writing stories and trunk-worthy manuscripts for the last five years.  I'm not published, yet, but I'm not giving up.  You can read about my adventures in writing at my writing blog, Outdriving My Headlights

I'm also a techie at heart and I've always enjoyed graphic design, so after I saw too many horribly designed writers' sites, it was just a natural leap for me to want to do something about it. 

All writers need a professionally designed, gorgeous website to promote themselves and their writing.  I believe that.  So I do it.  And I love the work.  Beach in San Diego

I'm a member of Romance Writers of America, Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers, Colorado Romance Writers, Wise Women Web Designers and the Women Designer's Group. 

I'm also a member of the Crabtree & Evelyn and Godiva Rewards programs, but that's probably not as relevant. 

Favorite Quote:

"Do something every day that scares you." (Eleanor Roosevelt)

I write fiction, which scares the crap out of me, and I try to push myself in other ways, too. I'm always learning new ways to market online or establish an author brand through techie means.  I'm also learning Spanish and taking dance classes.  
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Currently in the Playlist:

Fall Out Boy, Good Charlotte, Indigo Girls, Jimmy Buffett, John Mayer, Elton John, Norah Jones, Breaking Benjamin, Keane, Fuel, The Fray, Five for Fighting and Maroon 5. 

Office Decor:

Two prints by Brian Andreas, three white boards, an "I heart Colorado Ballet" sticker, a Broncos calendar, and a green worry stone from Lookout Mountain, Tennessee. 

Obsessions:

- chocolate
- stretchy pants
- reality TV (I have a serious crush on Gordon Ramsey)Diane's Office

Personal Philosophy:  

"Leap and the net will appear."  - Zen saying


Who I work well with: 

Anyone who loves writing.  If you love the written word and/or you love telling stories, I bet that you and I will get along just fine.  If you're in this business for the long haul and you want a website that will help you build a loyal fan base, we'll get along great.  If you listen to rock music, love to travel, and enjoy beer and grown up cheese, you can be my new best friend. 

"Chase your dream, not the competition." - Britain's Got Talent contestant

diane@novelwebsitedesign.com


And since I can't do it all myself... meet the tech department:

Walt P. Brown
Walter Brown
Walt's love of computers was formed early when he started trading P.E. time in elementary school for computer time to t write code on an Apple IIe.  With an extensive background in Visual Basic, SQL, ASP, PHP, and various other acronyms, Walter is always up for the next challenge.  Whether a web application, database, or custom software is your need, he's happy to help you with the best solution. 

Currently in the Playlist:

Playlist?  What happened to my CD player?  And where'd all my records go? 
Microsoft Certified
Office Decor:

Five computers and various parts, autographed Bobby Bowden and Charlie Ward pictures, a Schecter C-1006 Guitar, comic books, baseball cards, and "carefully organized" stacks of paper. 

Personal Philosophy:  

"Codito, Ergo Sum."  (I Code, therefore I Am.)

walt@novelwebsitedesign.com

 

 

Affiliates:

Member Women Designer's Group

Member Wise Women

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Artists Have Rights


One Laptop Per Child:
 

 

If there was one thing that I couldn't give up, it would be my online world. 

I love the friends I've made there, the ability to reach out to other people, and inspirational blogs like 37 days and The Happiness Project

One Laptop per Child gives the gift of the internet by giving sturdy, inexpensive laptops with satellite capability to schools in developing nations. 

They start as low as $199, but you can donate as little as $5.  Any gift is deeply appreciated.  Or, if you're interested, you can add a banner ad like this one to your site. 

And if technology isn't your thing, that's cool.  Just give to another charity that fits with a passion of your own. 

Blue skies,
Diane

 

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