The Author Visit Travel Fee Calculator Kit
A Built-In Travel Fee Calculator
I originally created this calculator I use on my own website, and now I'm offering it to you.
The schools simply enters their city & state and they know exactly how much the travel fee will be.
The calculator automatically:
✔️ Calculates roundtrip mileage by appling your per-mile rate
✔️ Allows you to set a minimum travel fee
✔️ Displays the final travel fee instantly
✔️ And can even include a professional disclaimer
No guessing. No back-and-forth. No awkward conversations. Just clarity.
And don’t worry, you do NOT need to know how to code.
If you can copy and paste, you can set this up. I designed this to be beginner-friendly because I know most authors are not tech experts — and shouldn’t have to be.
What’s Included in the Kit
You’ll receive:
✔️The fully built, copy-and-paste ready, travel fee calculator coding with simple, clearly labeled, customization settings
✔️A step-by-step guide with screenshots (included in both PDF and ePub) which also includes:
- Google API setup instructions,
- An easy to understand walkthrough on how to customize your coding,
- Instructions for embedding the coding on your Weebly, Wix, WordPress & Squarespace website,
- Troubleshooting guide, and
- A link to a full companion video walkthrough for setup.
✔️License Usage Terms
✔️Refund and Support Policy
Everything is written in plain language with no overwhelming tech jargon.
This tool is perfect for:
- Children’s book authors doing school visits
- Speakers visiting schools, libraries, or homeschool groups
- Authors tired of manually quoting travel fees
- Presenters who want to enforce a minimum fee
- Anyone wanting a more professional booking page
A Note About Google
This tool uses Google’s free API system.
You will need to:
- Create your own free Google API key
- Enable billing (you will not be charged unless you upgrade to a pro account)
I also walk you through this process step-by-step in the guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to know how to code?
No. Everything is copy-and-paste. I walk you through each step.
Will this work on my website?
It works on most website platforms that allow custom code/HTML blocks (eg: Weebly, Wix, WordPress, Squarespace).
Do I have to pay a subscription fee?
There is no subscription. Once you purchased, it is free for you to use for your website as long as you like.
Is this complicated to set up?
Most authors can set it up in under 30 minutes.
Can I change my rate or minimum later?
Yes. You can update your numbers anytime.
Is support included?
Email support is available for setup clarification.