We are a whimsical community bringing fantastical escapism to everyday reality.

The Wandering Realm curates unique experiences for femme identifying folk who share a common passion for fantasy and community. The Wandering Realm provides opportunities for those who yearn for the chance to meet new people who have similar ideas, interests, and lifestyles. All groups and events are exclusive to members only, this helps ensure the safety and comfortability of all guests. We thank you for your continued support and dedication to helping us bring our vision to life and could not do this with you. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

The Wandering Realm is an organization that upholds feminist ideals, including standing in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community and the Black Lives Matter movement. It is within the discretion of The Wandering Realm LLC, its affiliates, and representatives to refuse service or revoke membership to anyone deemed to be in violation of the community guidelines.

Meet the Team

  • Gabby M.

    Founder

    Gabrielle McGarry is a Senior Creative at an advertising agency in Dallas, TX. When she’s not working on the latest video needs for her clients, she has her nose in her fantasy books. Her love of fantasy books inspired her to plan whimsical events for her friends which lead to a desire to plan similar events on a larger scale. When she’s not planning her next party, Gabby enjoys reading, playing Dead by Daylight, creating art, and spending time with her partner and two dogs.

  • Erin G.

    The Book Wyrm Coven Leader

    Erin is a Compliance Specialist residing in the DFW area. Outside of her 9 to 5, Erin is either working on writing her fantasy novel, playing sim/strategy video games, researching her favorite fashion designers, or trying to find her next favorite sapphic novel!

  • Reneé M

    Craft Goblin Leader

    Reneé is a Marketing Operations Manager with a passion for crafting. While she specializes in crocheting and knitting, she loves exploring new creative projects and skills. Outside of crafting, she enjoys reading fantasy, mystery, and romance books, playing cozy games, and spending time with her dogs.

  • Jeri E.

    Gaming Guild Leader

    Jeri is a founding member of the DFW Critter Crew and FateCon, with a passion for bringing TTRPG fans together. She loves cosplay, arts & crafts, and fantasy books. When she's not organizing games or events, she’s involved with Capes for Kindness, a children’s charity. Always down to chat about gaming and geeky hobbies!

  • Ryan W.

    Culinary Queens Leader

    When drowning in the banalities of academia and slogging through a PhD dissertation, I turn to escapism, socializing, stuffing my face, and strong cocktails to revive my spirit. My name is Ryan W and I lead the Culinary Queens, a space for like-minded hostesses who appreciate making new friends and having good parties. There is an art to setting the vibe. It’s not just about the food—it’s the music that hums in the background, the flicker of candles casting shadows, the subtle alchemy of flavors and atmosphere that lingers long after the last bite. The best drug is conversations that stick to your ribs. That's what we do. My first love in life is food. Braising pork shanks until they fall apart with a sigh, scorching poblanos until smokey, or roasting some unholy cut of meat that dares you to rethink what you thought you could stomach. my second, reading romantic fantasy. Oh, and my party trick? Setting cocktails on fire. So, if you too, are the kind of person who makes too many Pinterest boards. You are in good company, babe. Ditto.

  • Becka C.

    Community Relations Coordinator

    Becka joins The Wandering Realm Support Team as an experienced Public Relations and Communications Specialist. Taking pride in maintaining brand integrity while creating inclusivity and engagement. Her passions include reading, music, advocacy, and exploring the world one adventure at a time.

  • Devon R.

    Graphic Designer

    Devon is a graphic designer and lover of all things witchy and fantastical. Outside of work, Devon can be found on her yoga mat, binging her latest television obsession, or reading any book series with an angsty enemies to lovers plot.

  • Kate M.

    After Dark Book Club Leader

    Kate is a book club enthusiast, perhaps due to her English degree that’s gathering dust in the corner. She mostly reads fantasy and mysteries, but appreciates how the recent popularity of spicy novels has been so empowering for women. She has a passion (and a secret Instagram) for perfume, and enjoys playing video games with her husband and five-year-old. She’s always down to try out the newest restaurant, pop-up, or group activity in DFW.

Community Guidelines

The goals of this community are to bring fantastical escapism to everyday reality while cultivating deep and meaningful bonds in a space with like-minded individuals who align with feminist ideals, believe LGBTQ+ rights are human rights, and support the Black Lives Matter movement.

In order to meet the goals of this community, it is important for our members to know they are in a welcoming place that is populated by others with shared interests and values.  As such, we request that you read and adhere to the guidelines that follow.


Guidelines:

  • Treat one another with mutual respect, which includes (but is not limited to) behaviors such as listening to others before responding and framing disagreement as an opportunity to develop and nuance our own views

  • Value the lived experiences of one another as significant and legitimate

  • Honor the privacy and personal information of other members

  • Affirm and act in accordance to the community’s values that center feminism, LGBTQ+ rights, and Black Lives Matter

  • Refrain from hate speech and disparaging comments about one another


Please do not:

  • Directly or indirectly conflict with the growth of The Wandering Realm and its community members

  • Make personal attacks on other community members

  • Use defamatory remarks or make false statements against others

  • Bully or make inflammatory remarks to other community members

  • Speak unkindly of one another


Consequences:

It is within the discretion of The Wandering Realm LLC, its affiliates, and representatives to refuse service or revoke membership to anyone deemed to be in violation of the community guidelines.