The Trabanten Verlag website serves as a digital home for a dynamic independent publisher based in Berlin, committed to bold voices in fiction, non‑fiction and poetry. Using a clean, content‑first design, the site invites users to explore its curated catalogue of fresh literary works and rising authors. The homepage features striking imagery, clear calls‑to‑action to browse titles and subscribe to news, and an elegant layout that reflects the publisher’s creative identity. Detailed book pages include cover art, synopsis, author bios and purchase links — making the reading journey easy for visitors. A blog or news section highlights publishing milestones, new releases and socially‑engaged initiatives. The responsive design ensures ease of access on mobile devices, tablets and desktops alike. Behindthescenes the CMS allows the editorial team to update titles, publish articles, and manage announcements without technical friction. Performance optimisation and SEO practices support discoverability in a competitive literary space. Integrated social media icons and newsletter sign‑up keep visitors connected and the community engaged. Visually, the site balances minimalism with expressive typography, aligning with the Verlag’s focus on bold language and emerging voices. The project’s goal is to reinforce the publisher’s brand online — positioning Trabanten Verlag as a hub for contemporary literature with a professional yet approachable presence.
The Trabanten Verlag website serves as a digital home for a dynamic independent publisher based in Berlin, committed to bold voices in fiction, non‑fiction and poetry. Using a clean, content‑first design, the site invites users to explore its curated catalogue of fresh literary works and rising authors.
Design
CMS : Wordpress
Page Builder : Elementor
Description
Technology Information
🛠️ Technology & Tools Used
Platform / CMS: WordPress (content management for easy book catalog updates and blog posts)
Theme / Page Builder: Elementor Pro or custom WordPress theme (for responsive and flexible design)
Programming Languages:
HTML5 (website structure)
CSS3 (styling and layout)
JavaScript / jQuery (interactive elements and smooth animations)
PHP (backend customization for WordPress features)
Database: MySQL (storing book details, author info, articles, and newsletter subscriptions)
Plugins & Integrations:
WooCommerce (optional, for online book sales or orders)
Contact Form 7 / WPForms (for contact forms and newsletter sign-up)
Yoast SEO (on-page SEO optimization for discoverability)
WP Super Cache / LiteSpeed Cache (for fast page loading)
Smush or ShortPixel (image optimization for book covers and media)
Elementor Pro widgets (custom layouts for homepage, book pages, blog)
Design & Media Tools:
Figma / Adobe XD (UI/UX wireframes and mockups)
Photoshop / Illustrator (image editing for book covers, banners, and graphics)
Version Control & Deployment:
GitHub or Bitbucket (version control and backup)
cPanel / FTP (for hosting and deployment management)
Testing & Optimization:
Google PageSpeed Insights / GTmetrix (performance and speed analysis)
Mobile-friendly testing tools (ensuring responsive design across devices)
Analytics & Tracking:
Google Analytics (visitor tracking and behavior analysis)
Google Search Console (monitoring SEO performance and indexing)
