Work with Ivy Dewitt
I’ve been a passionate advocate for diversity in literature for nearly half a decade, now. I first started working in marketing under Hawthorn & Aster’s predecessor where I developed a greater love of assisting self-published and indie authors curate their brands and making their publishing goals come to life. I have worked closely with authors in all arenas; designing their websites and logos, formatting their books and creating the book covers. My greatest pleasure in life is helping authors achieve their bookish dreams.
What I do.
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Web Design
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.
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Web Maintenance
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.
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Custom Book Cover Design
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.
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Sensitivity Reading
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
Client Testimonials
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![Remy Fisher, Contemporary Romance]()
Ivy is amazingly patient, very knowledgeable, and incredibly talented.
Ivy is amazingly patient, very knowledgeable, and incredibly talented. Along with a few minor changes, I needed one whole page revamp, and I am so pleased with the end result! She did an excellent job and I love the new look of my books page! I'll definitely be contacting her again for future website maintenance issues and revamps.
- Remy Fisher, author or sweet and steamy romance
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![L. Renee Richard, Dark Romance Author]()
Ivy developed my amazing website
I use Hawthorn and Aster for Website management. Ivy developed my amazing website, and I frequently receive compliments on the pretty design. The ease of access to my books and current projects makes it functional and easy to navigate. She maintains my website with monthly or as-needed updates and has always been timely and helpful, offering suggestions to improve it. I highly recommend their services for any of your book needs. They are professional and exceeded all my expectations.
- L. Renee Richard, Author of Forged Hearts Series
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![Cindy Houghton Contemporary Romance]()
Ivy is a ROCKSTAR!
This is the first time I have used the formatting service and was blown away. My second book needed better formatting. Ivy is a ROCKSTAR! She is thorough, insightful and very responsive to questions or concerns. I will be a return customer again and again.
- Cindy Houghton, Author of Men of Mehama Series
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While I love all kinds of romance, I’m a sucker for paranormal, romantasy, and gothic romance. Give me all things moody and atmospheric! I adore rich world-building, heavy lore, and a good ol’ slow burn. If your work features flowery prose and emotionally gut-punching plotlines—especially with deep character growth—it’s definitely my kind of read.
As a queer woman, lesfic holds a special place in my heart. And when I’m not reading romance, you’ll find me diving headfirst into fantasy, horror, and suspense!
I do require trigger warnings for the following themes: sexual assault/abuse, child abuse.
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Web Design
The process begins with a questionnaire to help me understand your aesthetic and goals. From there, I’ll provide three design mockups for you to review. You can mix and match elements or approve a design outright. Once finalized, I’ll begin building, and your website will be live soon after!
To start, you must already have your domain and hosting set up, as I do not handle this aspect of the process.
Web Maintenance
Before your session, I’ll reach out via email to discuss your specific needs. Once we finalize the details, you’ll grant me administrative access, and I’ll complete the necessary updates on our agreed-upon date. Emergency sessions are available but may be subject to a rush fee.
Book Covers
You’ll start by filling out a questionnaire about your vision, including examples of covers you find visually appealing. From there, we’ll move the discussion to email, where we’ll refine your ideas and plans.
I prefer that clients have their interior formatting completed (or at least a final page count) before we begin. This ensures the full wrap is tailored to their book’s exact dimensions. I’ll provide a verbal description of my vision, followed by a rough concept sketch for direction. You’ll have up to five revisions at this stage—additional revisions will incur a fee.
Once the final design is approved, I’ll create the cover and share it with you via a Google Drive link that will remain available indefinitely. I also provide ongoing support to ensure wraps comply with your printer’s requirements.
Simple Formatting
Clients can purchase simple formatting here: Simple Formatting. After selecting a design and completing payment, I’ll reach out via email with instructions for submitting the manuscript and any additional details.
Once formatted, I’ll send a proof copy for review. If any errors are found, I’ll make the necessary corrections and provide the final version via a Google Drive link that will remain accessible indefinitely.
Custom Formatting
Custom formatting follows a similar process to simple formatting but begins with a questionnaire, followed by an email discussion about the specific design details before formatting begins.
Please note that I do not create original artwork. If you require custom hand-drawn elements, such as maps or illustrations, you’ll need to have them prepared before the formatting process starts.
Sensitivity & Beta Reading
Authors should reach out with their desired completion date and include their book blurb (or a rough plot description) in the message box of the following form. I also ask that they specify the type of feedback they’re looking for.
Pricing will be determined based on these details. Once payment is received, work will begin. I typically require a minimum of two weeks to complete a sensitivity or beta read. If the manuscript exceeds 100,000 words and requires in-depth feedback, additional time may be needed.
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Payments & Invoicing
All invoices and payments will be processed through the Hawthorn & Aster website.