Melinda Kucsera writes fantastic short stories, novels, and books when not being kidnapped by dragons or chased by armies of fictional creatures. (We do, on occasion, rescue her.) She leaves the running of her newsletter to a cast of lovable characters who hog her inbox. Enough about her, it’s us you’re really interested in, her cast of characters. Join us every week for a new story by visiting www.mkucsera.com/welcomecharacters

When Melinda is left alone, she writes mostly about a young man and his adorable son who might be one of the characters responding to this interview.