Award winning author and writer
Chris Benjamin is a freelance journalist, editor, and award-winning author of fiction and non-fiction. Former managing editor of Atlantic Books Today, his latest work, The Art of Forgiveness, features eight linked short stories about boys growing up near Halifax. His memoir, Chasing Paradise, explores hitchhiking in North America before and after 9/11, praised by Marjorie Simmins as “original…droll, serious, and loving.” A Halifax resident, Chris has lived and worked globally.
Transforming chrisbenjaminwriting.com
A new website was designed to transform chrisbenjaminwriting.com into an efficient and productive platform for Chris and his work. The site offers a streamlined e-commerce solution, encouraging visitors to purchase books directly through an online storefront. With support for multicurrency payments and automatic shipping calculations for Canadian and international customers.
Emphasizing engagement
The redesigned site emphasizes engagement, addressing the limitations of the previous version, which lacked direct contact options. His focus on environmental and social justice is highlighted through his extensive library of articles, now featuring integrated newsletter management, keeping readers informed about Chris’s latest work. Additionally, a new booking feature allows event organizers to easily arrange appearances for literary events, instruction, or book signings, with protection in place against bots and spam to ensure relevant communication.
Creating an inviting and practical space
Enhanced SEO ensures this valuable content is easily discoverable, as well as amplifying Chris’ social media accounts encourage wider engagement. All wrapped up in a mobile-friendly design guarantees accessibility across devices, and the addition of a new wordmark and logo, creating an inviting and practical space for readers to connect with Chris Benjamin and his work.
