At its core, Booked & Bewitched is about community.
It’s about creating spaces where fantasy lovers, romantics, deep thinkers, and curious souls can come together and feel seen. Whether you’re an introvert who finds magic between the pages of a book or a social butterfly ready to dance under fairy lights, you belong here.
our
fantasy
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Our dream is to build a home for the bookish and the bold—a place where your fantasy flag can fly high and free. Through immersive events, cozy meetups, and magical moments, we hope to inspire connection: with yourself, with others, and with the worlds that live in your imagination.
We're not just building balls and bookish experiences (though yes, there will be plenty of those!). We’re also creating smaller, welcoming gatherings that celebrate camaraderie, shared interests, and the kind of friendships that last long after the last page.
Because I believe magic is real. And it's made even better when it’s shared.
ABoUT THE FOUNDEr
Hi, I'm Courtney. A recent transplant to the Charlotte area, I’ve always dreamed of building a space where magic and meaning meet—a haven for dreamers, readers, do-gooders, and lovers. With a background in events, wedding photography, and 15 years in the nonprofit world, I’ve spent my life crafting moments that matter.
Growing up, I dreamed of becoming a Disney Imagineer—someone who could bring wild worlds and heartfelt wonder to life. For me, being an Imagineer was about more than design; it was about creating immersive storytelling experiences so rich and real, guests forgot where they were for a moment. Booked & Bewitched is the bookish version of that dream come true. A place where imagination doesn’t just live—it dances.
I’m also a passionate advocate for neurodiverse individuals and fiercely believe in the power of girlhood. Booked & Bewitched is my love letter to those who crave connection, creativity, and just a touch of fantasy. I can’t wait to meet you.
Melinda Maves
Guest Experience Manager
Hi, I’m Melinda. I am thrilled to be working alongside my best friend of twenty three years as the Guest Experience Manager for Booked & Bewitched! As a lifetime fantasy lover, being a part of Courtney’s vision for this community is very near and dear to my heart. My background as an administrative assistant, working in hospitality, juggling high-stakes scenarios as a Registered Nurse for ten years, and owning my own custom calligraphy business has given me a wide range of unique skills to bring to our events. My goal is for your experience to be so seamless that you are truly able to immerse yourself and be at ease in the beautiful worlds we create. I currently reside in Tennessee with my young family where you can find me working on my debut fiction novel and dreaming up ways to expand my hummingbird garden.
Wicked good times await—join us on socials.
