Custom WordPress Site for Novel

WordPress Website Development Project Brief
Project Overview
I need a custom WordPress website to support my upcoming novel. The site will connect readers geographically and provide mental health/support resources related to the book's themes of healing and personal growth.

Required Features
Core Functionality
• Interactive Reader Map: Pushpin-style map showing approximate visitor locations based on IP addresses (with privacy options)
• Support Resources Section: Organized categories (grief, addiction recovery, family issues, mental health, etc.) with curated links
• Additional Support Link Submission Form: Allow visitors to suggest additional resources with backend management system
• Reading Group Guide: Static page with discussion questions and book club materials
• Mobile-responsive design
• Basic SEO optimization
Content Management
• Easy-to-update resource categories
• Ability to add/remove support links
• Simple blog functionality for future updates
• Contact form integration

Design Requirements
• Clean, professional appearance
• Some AI-generated artwork provided
• Calming color palette (thinking earth tones/muted colors)
• Easy navigation
• Fast loading times
• Accessible design (WCAG compliant preferred)
• I do not want any Anime or cartoon depictions on the site. It does not need to have real pictures, but I want to avoid cartoonish looking stuff.

Technical Specifications
• WordPress CMS (self-hosted)
• Compatible with standard hosting (I have GoDaddy domain)
• Include basic security measures
• Google Analytics integration
• Backup system setup
Ownership & Rights
• Full ownership of all code, design, and content transfers to me upon completion
• All WordPress admin access and hosting credentials provided
• Source files and documentation included
• No ongoing dependencies on developer

Timeline & Budget
• Budget: $1,200
• Preferred timeline: 3-4 weeks from project start
• Payment: 50% upfront, 50% upon completion and approval

Deliverables
• Fully functional WordPress website
• Admin training session (1 hour via video call)
• Basic documentation for content updates
• 30 days of minor bug fixes/adjustments included

Application Requirements
Please provide:
• Portfolio of similar WordPress projects
• Estimated timeline breakdown
• Examples of interactive map implementations
• References from recent clients