Should You Add a Content Warning Page to Your Author Website?
As you're building your author website, you might be wondering if you should include a content warning page.
The short answer?
Maybe.
Some authors include one.
Some don't.
It really comes down to the stories you write and the experience you want your readers to have.
What Is a Content Warning Page?
A content warning page is simply a page that lets readers know about topics they may come across in your books before they start reading.
For some readers, it's helpful.
For others, they prefer going in completely blind.
Why Authors Include One
Give readers the information they need; all in one place.
Wildflower Haven includes room for the pages that matter most, from your books and series to FAQs, reading order, and content warnings, so readers can explore your stories with confidence.
Content warning pages can help readers:
✦ Decide if a book is right for them
✦ Know what to expect before they dive in
✦ Find information without searching through reviews
Authors who write dark romance, romantic suspense, or stories with heavier themes are often more likely to include them, but they're certainly not limited to those genres.
Do You Need One?
Not necessarily.
There isn't a right or wrong answer.
If you think a content warning page makes sense for your books and your readers, add one.
If it doesn't, don't.
Your website should work for you just as much as it works for your readers.
At the end of the day, the goal is simple:
Help readers find the stories they'll love.
