Christina Bagni is the Chief Editor and CEO at Wandering Words Media, and an integral part of the company since 2018. She has a Master’s in English Education from Gordon College, and a BFA with distinction from Emerson College, in Writing, Literature, and Publishing, with a concentration in Creative Writing.
Apart from Wandering Words, Christina writes fiction novels, teaches private creative writing lessons, and runs local Dungeons and Dragons campaigns, writing all the adventures herself. You can find her work in Writers Resist, Santa Fe Literary Review, and Brigids Gate Press. Her debut YA novel, My Only Real Friend is the Easter Bunny at the Mall (2023), is available now! Some of her top reads include: Madeline Miller's The Song of Achilles, Susanna Clarke's Piranesi, and Kyle "Guante" Tran Myhre's Not a Lot of Reasons to Sing, but Enough.
Words are the focal point to her life—having been so since she finished her first (terrible) novel in middle school—making a love for Wandering Words Media all but inevitable. Christina believes stories can change the world, and nothing makes her happier than making manuscripts shine.
Dandy holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Clinical Biochemistry from the University of Uyo, and a Diploma in Creative Writing from HD Film Academy. He has been a ghostwriter, SEO content writer, copywriter, editor, screenwriter, and writing coach since 2016.
His love for storytelling was birthed while writing plays and short stories in elementary school, and representing his school in fiction writing competitions. He has authored two novels and counting, and a handful of short stories under different pen names, as well as ghostwriting over fifty books for other authors. Some of his favorite authors are Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Cal Newport, and Stephen King.
Dandy’s favorite thing about working with Wandering Words Media is the exposure to myriad volumes of books across every genre. When he’s not working, Dandy enjoys binge-watching crime series and trying out new recipes in the kitchen.
An electronic music composer turned author, ghostwriter, and editor, TJ writes wild and weird sci-fi/fantasy novels with a heavy pulp influence, as well as writing and consulting on video game narratives and comic books. Writing the script for The Mageseeker: A League of Legends Story is one of his most treasured accomplishments.
He devotes most of his free time to his four kids, and what’s left goes to his various YouTube channels and working up his skills as an independent solo game developer. TJ’s top books of all time include: The Hyperion Cantos by Dan Simmons, The Gap Cycle by Stephen R. Donaldson, and Nightland Racer by Fenton Wood.
His own flagship series is Hero’s Metal, a sci-fantasy adventure with heavy influences from all of his favorite authors, the Final Fantasy series, Masters of the Universe, and the classic Conan stories by Robert E. Howard.
He thinks the team at Wandering Words Media is an awesome group, packed with talent, and appreciates that everyone is so easy to work with, making every day a breeze.
Christian is immersed in his architectural studies and the world of storytelling at Wandering Words Media. As an operations assistant and editor, he blends his studies with a passion for refining narratives and enhancing reader experience.
Beyond his daily work, he finds joy in the rhythmic escape of music. Whether exploring new genres or rediscovering old favorites, music fuels his creativity and helps him unwind.
He values the opportunity to shape stories that captivate and inspire others, basking in each new day’s opportunities for growth, enrichment, and the rewards at the end of every journey.
Recently retired from her position at a technical college in northwest Wisconsin, Tina’s mission is to pursue a career focused on her love of books. With an associate degree in Biblical Studies and a bachelor’s in Ministry, she specializes in editing Christian non-fiction.
Her leisure pursuits include reading, painting, entering her 1960 Nash Metropolitan in car shows with her husband, spending time with her family, and building ventriloquist puppets for her daughter, having loved the craft since her own childhood. Some of Tina’s top reads include: The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis, The Scarlet Thread by Francine Rivers, and Marya by Elinore Keister. She has authored a memoir/self-help book, four children’s books, and is working on a historical fiction novel.
Tina loves the awesome team of editors at Wandering Words, and helping authors polish their manuscripts and see their dreams of being published come true.
Uti Peace is the Operations Coordinator at Wandering Words Media, where she combines a passion for literature with expertise in content creation and editing. With a background in content writing for many brands, Uti has a keen eye for crafting compelling narratives and optimizing online presence. She honed her copyediting skills at the Wandering Words Academy on the quest to perfect her craft.
When not immersed in manuscripts, Uti can be found with her nose in a book or writing poetry, one of her first loves. Some of her top reads include: The Millionaire Fastlane and Unscripted, by M.J. DeMarco, and The Psychology of Money, by Morgan Housel, reflecting her interest in personal development and financial psychology.
Uti loves nurturing new voices and helping authors bring their visions to life. She finds immense satisfaction in polishing manuscripts and watching them transform from rough drafts to published works that captivate readers.
Emma’s love of words began in play as a toddler, scribbling down nonsensical adventures destined to be shared with her friends once she learned how to write. Poetry was a haven for her angst in middle school, and in high school she branched out into journalism. With college came a plot twist, in the form of a career in horses that terminated after seven years in a glue factory. Eager to get out of the sticky situation, Emma took a formal writing course, rediscovering the old passion.
A lifetime learner, some of her valued instructors are Richard Thomas, Richard Wood, and Jonathan Mayberry. Her top reads include books from Stephen Graham Jones, China Mieville, Neil Gaiman, and Terry Pratchett.
Emma loves teaching at Wandering Words Media, through comments and suggestions in manuscripts, or in one-on-one consultations. Her goal is to show writers what she’s learned, and to share the beauty of diction, the depth of syntax, and the nuances of story as she invites writers to play in their own world.
In addition to editing, Jerome assists with marketing and book operations at Wandering Words. He has over four years of marketing experience, and a degree in medical laboratory science.
When not hard at work or studying, Jerome enjoys reading, gaming, and time with friends. Some of his top reads include: Laws of Human Nature, by Robert Greene, The Obstacle is the Way, by Ryan Holiday, and the Skyward series by Brandon Sanderson.
Jerome loves the organized communication among all the teams working at Wandering Words Media.
A reader and creative at heart, trained in Editing and General Proofreading. A former student of the Wandering Wordsmith Academy herself, Allison works with fiction and non-fiction authors to fully polish and bring their manuscripts to life.
In her spare time, Allison can be found reading fantasy novels and writing her own, while basking in the beauty of nature to fuel her inspiration. Some of her top picks include: A Dark and Hollow Star by Ashley Shuttleworth, Tithe by Holly Black, and Emily Wilde’s Encyclopaedia of Faeries, by Heather Fawcett.
A published author, Allison knows there’s nothing like holding a finished book in your hands, having created a story that will captivate readers. She’s proud to have been a part of this process for so many clients at Wandering Words Media.
As Head of Design at Wandering Words Media, Tiffany’s passion for visual arts and design intersects with her love for storytelling. She has always been deeply connected to the creative world. Her journey began in early childhood, where she immersed herself in musical theater and visual arts, from comic books to fine arts. She now has over a decade of experience in graphic design.
Tiffany views design as more than just aesthetics—it's an intricate blend of art and psychology, particularly in the realm of information architecture and design fundamentals. She thrives on the challenge of transforming complex ideas into intuitive, engaging visuals that communicate effectively. With this unique perspective on design, assisted by her audio-to-visual synesthesia, she enjoys the process of aligning form with function to create dependable user experiences.
Some of her favorite books include: The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson, Pet Sematary by Stephen King, and The Giving Tree by Shell Silverstein, which never fails to make her cry.
Laercio is a Graphic Designer, specializing in book covers. He has enjoyed drawing all his life, and design was the perfect opportunity to expand his general knowledge of art. He’s been working with Photoshop for over 15 years, making it an integral part of his creative life.
He spends his spare time studying and practicing new styles to add to his portfolio. Some of his top reads are: Prince of Thorns by Mark Lawrence, The Witcher series by Andrzej Sapkowski, and The Battle of Apocalypse (A Batalha do Apocalipse) by Eduardo Spohr.
Laercio views his work with Wandering Words Media as an opportunity to leverage his skills and help other people grow.
Heru is a gamer and heavy reader hailing from Indonesia. His love for science fiction and mystery has encouraged him to explore books from outside his country, learning foreign languages along the way. Apart from novels and games, his life revolves around his mission to serve others and let them know about his Lord.
Some of Heru’s very ‘snackable’ top picks include: Sherlock Holmes, the Percy Jackson series, along with Rick Riordan’s books in general, and the Chicken Soup series. He gravitates toward the Final Fantasy games and anything heavily narrative based. Just like reading a book!
Wandering Words has been more than just a job for him–it’s also an escape, a place to talk with other creatives from foreign countries. It’s all part of Heru’s hunger to journey the globe while he helps authors to format their books properly, so everyone can grow up with the same love of reading he did.