Design Services for Writers + Authors

Graphic & Web Design | Writing, Editing & Proofreading Services

for writers + authors

Hi, I'm Sarah

Also known by my pen name Alex Benkast. I’m an indie author, book coach, freelance designer, and creator of WriteYourFirstDraft.com. Welcome to my little corner of the Internet. Go ahead and take a look around.

Services

Words and Design are my passion.

Graphic Design & Branding

Social media posts, presentations, flyers, book covers? I’ve got you covered. Although I have Photoshop experience, I mainly work in Canva these days.

Web Design

Need a WordPress website or want to refresh your blog? I’ve designed websites for over 17 years.

Content Creation & Editing

Need help writing blog posts or newsletters? I’m an indie author of 4 novels and have been a blogger for two decades. I’m also great at spotting typos. My family nicknamed me “Quality Control.”

Specialty Services

BOOK TRAILERS & VIDEO EDITING

I’m also open to designing and editing simple book trailers and educational videos. Head over to my video portfolio to see some of my projects.

BOOK COACHING & TEACHING

I’m currently offering both one-on-one sessions and a course called Write Your First Draft: A 12-Week Challenge over at www.writeyourfirstdraft.com.

GERMAN-ENGLISH TRANSLATIONS

As a native German and fluent English speaker, I can translate your website, interviews, YouTube videos, and other documents.

Portfolio

My latest designs

Latest Branded Pinterest Pins

My latest book writing, editing, proofreading, and formatting projects

Some of my most popular blog posts and newsletters

What My Clients Say

Testimonials & Endorsements

Working with Alex — was an extraordinary opportunity. What would have taken months — only took a few days.

Leah Hall

Social Media Brand Strategist

I’ve had a great connection with Sarah right from the start. She really listens to what you have to say and explains concepts clearly and with enthusiasm.

Sammy Day

Poet + Former Director of IT @ CTC