S.M. Birdwell (the new pen name replacing the old pen name Seth Madaris) is obsessed with all things fantastical-so much so that it's practically his trademark. His every-growing collection of coffee mugs serves as proof. A lover of reading, writing, and daydreaming, he's constantly amazed by his boundless creativity in the world. Wherever his family is, you'll find him there-playing volleyball, surfing, singing, laughing, diving into lore-filled conversations, and cherishing every moment he can spend with them.