Anissa Wardell is a passionate storyteller, educator, and mom who believes in the magic of imagination to shape young hearts and minds.
As a mother of three, Anissa knows firsthand how powerful bedtime stories can be—not just for building literacy, but for sparking creativity, curiosity, and those precious moments of connection that families cherish. Living in the beautiful mountain community of Utah, she draws inspiration from nature, travel, crafting, reading, and the everyday adventures of family life.
Anissa is the author of Forest Stories, a delightful collection that invites children and parents into enchanting woodland worlds full of wonder and discovery.
She also co-authored Ding Stories: Bedtime Story Starters with Bill Wardell—a fun, interactive book designed to make bedtime storytelling effortless, creative, and full of laughter for families everywhere.
Her latest storytelling adventure, The Chronicles of Molly, follows the delightful escapades of a curious young girl named Molly as she discovers hidden wonders, builds unbreakable family bonds, and learns life lessons through whimsical everyday (and not-so-everyday) experiences. Perfect for cozy read-alouds, this series celebrates the joy of childhood imagination and the special magic found in ordinary moments with loved ones.
Beyond writing, Anissa is a seasoned consultant in public relations and online business development, helping creators and entrepreneurs bring their visions to life. But her heart always circles back to family, storytelling, and nurturing the next generation of dreamers.
When she’s not writing or working, you’ll find her hiking Utah’s trails, crafting with her kids, or cozying up with a good book and her husband and children.
Welcome to her corner of the internet—a place for family stories, creative inspiration, and a little bit of everyday magic.
Books by Anissa Wardell
