Hi, I’m HR.

I design dynamic websites and award-winning books that fit the unique needs of organizations and individuals. With over 15 years of experience, I ensure that every design project runs smoothly from concept to launch.

Recognized as a Squarespace Circle Member for my web design work, I know the possibilities for innovative design solutions are limitless, allowing us to explore new ideas and techniques that can elevate both function and aesthetics in your online presence.

My passion for design comes from a love of typography and the shift from print bursting into digital. As a book designer, I’ve designed over 350 covers and interiors in both print and ebook formats.

Check out my design portfolio showcased below, and let’s have a conversation about your project and how we can bring your vision to life!

My Approach & Values

Collaboration

I believe in the power of collaboration to create exceptional websites and books. As an extension of your team, I immerse myself in your vision and goals. I work closely with you to develop designs that not only reflects your brand but exceeds your expectations.

Overcoming Design Challenges

My extensive background allows me to foresee potential challenges and implement effective strategies to mitigate them. I prioritize clear communication to align expectations and objectives. Through a meticulous eye for detail, I strive to deliver high-quality results that meet the unique needs of each project, ultimately enhancing the overall client experience.

Accessibility

I employ a user-centered approach, ensuring that every website I create is not only visually appealing, but is also functional and easy to navigate. I prioritize responsiveness and accessibility, allowing you to reach your audience across various devices and platforms. So weather your audience want to access your website on their computer, tablet, or phone, their experience is flawless.

Detail Driven

I take a detailed approach in my work to ensure the final result aligns with your creative vision and reflects your unique identity. We’ll work together to refine and fine-tune your site’s design, leaving no detail overlooked. By integrating the latest design trends and technologies, you’ll establish a strong online presence that effectively communicates your message and engages users.

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  • Dozens of Websites Designed

    Dozens of Websites Designed

    With over a decade of web design experience, I design engaging and intuitive websites to work across all devices and get the results you’re looking for.

  • Squarespace Circle Member

    Squarespace Circle Member

    With my Squarespace Circle Membership, you’ll save 20% off your first year of hosting as well as other exclusive discounts and perks.

  • 350+ Books Designed

    350+ Books Designed

    As a book designer with 15 years of experience, I specialize in working with independent publishers and individual authors across genres for both print and ebook editions.

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Recent Web Design Projects

  • Maureen Owen, website

    Maureen Owen

    OFFICIAL AUTHOR WEBSITE

    “HR’s ideas were fresh, cool, and fluid and best of all she listened to my vision.  I'm so excited to have her graphic pizzazz energizing my website, while still feeling it's me, that we built it together.”
    —Maureen Owen, poet

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  • Four Queens, website

    Four Queens

    SMALL BUSINESS E-COMMERCE WEBSITE

    “I know that relaunching the website is what has made my business goals go through the roof! Collaborating with HR was seamless; she grasped my needs immediately and delivered outstanding results at lightening speed.”
    —Selah Saterstom, co-founder

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  • Mud, Blood, and Ghosts, website

    Mud, Blood, and Ghosts

    COMPANION WEBSITE TO THE BOOK BY JULIE CARR

    “HR quickly and fully understood my vision for the website. Then she took it even further, offering surprising and beautiful design ideas. I couldn't be happier with how it turned out.”
    —Julie Carr, author

    VIEW PROJECT
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What clients are saying…

“The Four Queens website relaunch and rebranding is not only beautiful, but is also dynamic and user-friendly. I’m always getting positive feedback and compliments regarding the site's user-friendly pages and aesthetics.

I know that relaunching the website is what has made my business goals go through the roof! Collaborating with HR was seamless; she grasped my needs immediately and delivered outstanding results at lightening speed.”

—Selah Saterstrom, Four Queens co-founder

“I had decided to create a website for my writing, but I had no idea how to go about it. I'd heard that HR designed websites, and I emailed her about the possibility of putting one together for me.  Immediately she responded, full of enthusiasm and questions as to what I envisioned! She immediately put me at ease as to the process and we bounced creative ideas back and forth. Working with HR, I felt so fortunate to be getting such professional suggestions from such a delightful source. Her ideas were fresh, cool, and fluid and best of all she listened to my vision. I'm so excited to have her graphic pizzazz energizing my website, while still feeling it's me, that we built it together.”

—Maureen Owen, American Poet

“Overland has been in progress for over a decade, but it wasn’t until I began working with HR that I came to see all the possibilities inherent in the work I was already doing. Not only did she create a beautiful, interactive website with the extensive materials I sent, but her vision prompted me to consider new techniques and approaches that I would not have otherwise considered. HR is a true visionary, and I am certain my work will continue to benefit from our collaboration for years to come.”

—Sasha Steensen, Overland website

"HR's ability to organize complex materials into user-friendly and easily navigated pages is astounding. HR fully understood my vision! She worked quickly and efficiently to translate content into beautiful and intuitive visual arrangements. I wanted my book, Mud, Blood, and Ghosts, to have another life on the internet, and HR made that happen. Most book websites are simply advertisements for the book. But the website HR created is an artwork on its own merits. It's beautiful, dynamic, and easy to use. Working with HR was so easy because she got what I wanted right away and made it happen! I couldn't be happier with how it turned out."

—Julie Carr, Mud, Blood, and Ghosts website

Web Design FAQ

  • We'll start with a free 30 minute consultation to determine your design needs.

    From there, I'll send you a proposal outlining every step along the way.

    Once signed & accepted, we'll get to work! We'll have a strategy session to get clear about your needs and ideas. With your participation throughout the entire process, we'll launch your website in no time!

  • I offer multiple website packages to best suit your needs. So if you're looking for something very simple or a website that's more complex and dynamic, you can choose the package that's best tailored to you.

    If a package isn't what you're looking for, I offer bespoke services tailored exactly to your needs.

    I also offer 1-day and 1/2-day pricing where you can hire me to jump into your existing website to make any revisions, updates, or expansions.

  • My studio is located on Vashon Island, Washington. While some of my clients are also located in the Pacific Northwest, the vast majority of my work is done remotely.

    So no matter what your time zone is, I have worked with clients across the United States, as well as in Canada, Mexico, throughout Europe, and in India.

    I love meeting new people and hearing about what your project is! So wherever you call home, don’t hesitate to reach out.

  • Timelines depend on the project, but I generally dedicate up to a month to each client, with the possibility of an extension.

    We'll setup a clear timeline with goals and deadlines for each step along the way towards your launch, so you're always in-the-know with how things are progressing.

  • Yes! We'll take the best parts of your existing website and bring them up to speed in Squarespace 7.1.

    Once your new site is ready to launch, I'll transfer your existing URL, so your transition from old-to-new is a seamless experience for your users.

  • Absolutely! I have experience in developing e-commerce websites selling physical products as well as services, classes, and memberships. I can also setup donation channels for your organization.

  • Definitely. Once your website is ready to launch, I'll invite you to have full administration privileges, which will allow you to make any future edits, updates, or changes to your website.

    We'll also have a 1-hour Zoom session to walk through every aspect of your website, and go over how you can make any edits in the future. This session will be recorded so you can refer back to it whenever you're ready.

    Don’t want to make updates yourself? You can book me in the future for 1-day or 1/2-day blocks, and I'll jump back in and make any updates you need.

  • I'll invoice you for an initial first half payment when we're ready to begin your project. Then you'll have the ability to pay via VISA, Mastercard, AmEx, Discover, ApplePay, Klarna, or with an ACH direct debit bank transfer. I also accept JCB, Diners Club International, UnionPay, and Cartes Bancaires.

    Upon completion of your project, I'll invoice for the remainder.

    If none of these payment methods work for you or your organization, we can work out a different solution.

Recent Book Design Projects

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Book Design FAQ

  • We'll start with a free 30-minute consultation to determine your book design needs. From there, I'll send you a proposal outlining every step along the way.

    Once signed & accepted, we'll get to work!

    I'll create sample pages for the interior of your book for you to approve before laying out your entire book.

    For the cover, I'll create an initial draft based on your Cover Questionnaire. Then we'll get it finalized exactly right so that it's the perfect cover for your unique book.

    Once your book files are ready to go to print, I'll send you exactly what your printer needs, verifying every detail and design spec for an expert print job.

  • I offer different book packages to best suit your needs. Whether you're looking to self-publish a paperback book or you're a publisher with a suite of needs, I'm happy to offer you a custom quote that's best for your book.

  • Timelines depend on the project, but I generally dedicate up to a month to each client, with the possibility of an extension.

    We'll setup a clear timeline with goals and deadlines for each step along the way towards getting your book to print or launching your ebook so that your book is in your hands well before your book party.

  • Both! Through the more than 350 books I've designed, I've worked with every type of publisher including corporate, university, independent, and non-profit presses.

    I've also worked with self-publishing authors looking to get their book into the world. If this is you, I can also help you navigate your printing and distribution options, too.

  • Certainly! We'll begin with an in-depth Cover Questionnaire that I've crafted over my 15 years of designing books.

    So if you have a specific photo or artwork to include to feature, or if you have no idea what should go on the cover, we'll get on the same page designing your most striking book!

  • Yes! I'll begin my process with your printed book first. Then once those files are 100% ready for print, I'll convert them for your ebook format, either reflowable or fixed.

  • Definitely. Printing is such a beautiful and precise art, and we want to get it just right for your book!

    I can offer assistance with off-set printing choices like paper stocks, color options, and laminate finishes.

    Or if you're going the route of digital print-on-demand (POD), I can recommend which options would suite your book the best.

  • While I personally only read English, I've made countless books in other languages or bilingual formats. I have fonts and software upgrades to work with any language, including character- or script-based languages, as well as languages that read from right to left.

  • You bet! I'm happy to make a postcard or bookmark to go along with your book. I'll be able to match your fonts and cover to seamlessly create your marketing material.

  • When we're ready to begin your book design, your manuscript should be fully edited and finalized. While I don't offer editing services myself, I can recommend several trusted editors whom I've worked with for years.

    Then when your book is finalized and ready to go, we'll start right back up with the design.

  • My studio is located on Vashon Island, Washington. While some of my clients are also located in the Pacific Northwest, the vast majority of my work is done remotely.

    So no matter what your time zone is, I have worked with clients across the United States, as well as in Canada, Mexico, throughout Europe, and in India.

    I love meeting new people and hearing about what your project is! So wherever you call home, don’t hesitate to reach out.

  • I'll invoice you for an initial first half payment when we're ready to begin your project. Then you'll have the ability to pay via VISA, Mastercard, AmEx, Discover, ApplePay, Klarna, or with an ACH direct debit bank transfer. I also accept JCB, Diners Club International, UnionPay, and Cartes Bancaires.

    Upon completion of your project, I'll invoice for the remainder.

    If none of these payment methods work for you or your organization, we can work out a different solution.

What clients are saying

“I strongly recommend HR for both interior and cover design. Great communicator, delivers on schedule, possesses solid design instincts, and is also receptive to feedback. I had the pleasure of working with HR on four projects and she delivered exceptional work across the board. I especially appreciated her patience during the cover design process. I didn’t know what I wanted, but HR was patient and committed to getting it right.  Once we landed on the cover concept, she knocked it out of the park. I get tons of compliments on the book’s cover and interior. I have a background in visual arts and am detail-oriented, so I have extremely high standards. The projects included a non-fiction book, a guided journal, a workbook, and a writing tracker. HR is a catch! Do yourself a favor, enlist HR on your book project.”

—Sascha Brown Rice, The Story Cycle Method

“I've been working with HR Hegnauer on book design for 8+ years, first at Belladonna* Collaborative and, later, at Litmus Press. It's a gift to collaborate with a poet-designer whose aesthetic is developed but also very responsive to each manuscript and each new project she encounters. HR brings vision and direction to her projects without the ego! She's game to experiment, and she has produced some of my favorite book designs, both inside and out. Meticulous and eagle-eyed, I always trust HR to tackle the thorniest poetry typesetting we throw at her. In short, she is a brilliant designer!”

—Rachael Wilson, Litmus Press managing editor

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“Futurepoem has been thrilled to work with HR to design the interior of our books for over a decade. We are constantly impressed with the consistent creativity, quality, and attentiveness she brings to each of our projects. And are always appreciative of her ability to accommodate our sometimes challenging schedules and by her clear communication throughout the design process. She’s been able to bring to life the creative visions of a wide range of experimental writers whose work spans lyric, prose fragment, to prose forms, textual collages, archival imagery and wholly new forms. While keeping in mind the visual identity and consistent standards of our press. What’s more, she always brings a fresh perspective to each project. We feel truly fortunate to work with her as a design partner and key member of our team.”

—Dan Machlin, Founder and Executive Editor, Futurepoem

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Let’s do this!

Schedule a free 30-minute consult with me to discuss your design needs.