Word by Word: Some Thoughts on Writing, Love, and Life

Prolific bestselling author, award-winning artist, holistic therapist, and creativity expert Cassandra Gaisford (BCA, Dip Psych) provides a glimpse into her creative process. In Word by Word, Gaisford reveals dozens of practical and inspirational strategies based on her professional achievements, including how to break through writer’s block, beat procrastination, and finish the book you want to read.

Word by Word is a fun, poignant and candid memoir which will help you: fuel your desire, empower your vision, slay obstacles, master your subconscious mind, maintain optimum health, empower your relationships, make a commitment to turn pro, and create the ultimate mindset.

If you’d love to find a way to create a living from your writing, if you suffer from procrastination, fear of failure, self-doubt, disorganization, if you’re a perfectionist or find the challenges of creative life overwhelming…then Word by Word: Some Thoughts on Writing, Love, and Life is the right book for you.

If you’re short on time but high on motivation, Word by Word will cheerlead, support, encourage, and inspire you to move toward success.

Reader Reviews

a fast-paced, full-to-the-brim work that is both informative and inspirational

“Cassandra never fails to deliver on providing a fast-paced, full-to-the-brim work that is both informative and inspirational. And after reading Word by Word I will also add, motivational.

As a newbie writer, it was good to gain insight into how an experienced writer manages things like distractions, getting started, blocks and procrastination. I love the way Cassandra packs a diverse array of tips and techniques between the covers, seemingly covering every aspect of preparing for writing, much as an athlete prepares for a race.

But what I really enjoyed about this book was how Cassandra drew me into her own writing journey and shared how she overcomes things like getting started, staying focused, managing interruptions, making time to write, and finishing. I felt some magic alchemy in here, it was as if by reading her personal experience I gained insight which made me realize I wasn’t alone in the experience, was just under-resourced in the solution.

And this book provided the solutions, covering strategies from neuroscience, nutrition, mindset, tips from addiction science, and stories of staying true to self. And true to Cassandra’s passion for passion, this subject is captured as well.

I love Cassandra’s writing style, which is fast and fresh, at times infused with a hint of sensuality. This book packs in a lot of subject matter. Every writer looking for a source of tips and tools to stay the course and get their book finished would benefit from a read.”