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.
Graphic & Web Design | Writing, Editing & Proofreading Services
for writers + authors
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
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
Sarah is a great editor and proofreader, and always first on my list whenever I have a text that needs polishing.
Marisa Montaño
Account Manager & Sales Consultant
Pricing
12-Week Package: $750 USD
(or 3 monthly payments of $300 USD)
Rolling basis: USD $1/minute
Starts at USD $30.
Starts at USD $30/hour.
Starts at USD $30/hour.
Full book: starts at USD $250.
Starts at USD $30 (package includes different sizes for different platforms).
Starts at USD $60/hour.
Book Trailers: starts at USD $30.
German-English/English-German translations: Starts at USD $30/hour.
Email me here.