Emma Myers’ wanderlust extends beyond our world — even beyond our reality.

“I am a fantasy lover — it’s my favorite genre,” Myers says, noting how much she cherishes setting her phone aside to explore realms that don’t exist. “It’s what I grew up reading; it’s what I grew up watching. I don’t know — there’s just something so magical about it.”

It’s late February, and we’re sipping matcha lattes on an unseasonably warm day in Marietta, Georgia, at a coffee shop the actress recommended. Nestled in a picturesque neighborhood, the café looks like a scene lifted from a storybook, with a towering wooden bookcase lined with neatly arranged hardcovers and a patio surrounded by lush greenery. It’s a fitting retreat for Myers, and its enchanting charm mirrors the captivating presence she brings to her roles.

Her charisma is what stands out to those who have worked with Myers,...