wordforword is an inclusive, independent publisher for people who’ve got a story to tell—
Founded and directed by me, Julia.
Six years ago, I stepped away from the field I had studied, unsure of exactly where I was heading—only that I wanted to write.
I started in corporate, writing German copy for a multinational. It didn’t feel like mine. So, I went freelance, working with businesses and agencies across the UK and DACH region—writing, editing, and translating.
Then everything shifted. The first book project landed on my desk unexpectedly. The second came through a long-term client, for whom I started editing and publishing a series of books on entrepreneurship. And I loved the process.
But despite studying business, it was never what truly excited me.
What it actually did was highlight just how much the way we do business needs to change.
And what truly inspires me is exactly that: change.
People who’ve overcome immense difficulty, confronted their fears, challenged oppression, and dared to speak their truth.
People who question outdated systems and bring fresh perspectives to the table:
People with a story to tell.
And yet, so many hold back—doubting whether their story is worth telling, whether they have the «right» to call themselves a writer, or whether traditional publishing would ever take them seriously. But the truth is, you don’t need anyone’s permission to share your story.
Independent publishing lets you share your story on your terms—no excesssive editing, no gatekeepers, and no watering down of your message.
That’s why I love supporting aspiring authors in shaping their story into a finished book and publishing it independently.