Wallea is an author, sociologist, publisher, and deep fandom ecologist whose work explores the intersections of culture, community, and identity. As the CEO of Revolutionaries, an independent micro-publishing company, Wallea oversees multiple imprints, curating and developing a diverse range of publications. Her expertise in community engagement and publishing ecosystems has enabled her to support authors in producing research-driven, socially impactful works. With a decade of experience in placemaking and creative development, Wallea's work extends beyond publishing into arts administration, cultural programming, and local advocacy.

As a sociologist, Wallea is best known for her research on K-pop group BTS and their fandom, ARMY, pioneering the concept of idol limerence in her book Idol Limerence: The art of loving BTS as phenomena. Her scholarship centers on the emotional and social dimensions of fandom, highlighting its transformative power and cultural significance. She has led multiple collaborative research projects, including I Am ARMY: It’s time to begin, which featured autoethnographic accounts from fans worldwide. Through these works, Wallea has contributed to evolving academic and cultural discussions on fandom, identity, and community-building in digital spaces.

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