Independent Canadian author Michael Haddad holds an undergraduate degree in biology but enjoys crafting magical worlds when he's done growing bacteria for the day. Who knew you could explore both the magical and the microbial? Michael is no stranger to the cold. As a writer from Montreal, the intense winters offered plenty of inspiration for his stories. His early love for roleplaying games-despite enduring relentless teasing-has also shaped his storytelling. But when he's not weaving tales of wonder, you can find Michael hanging out with friends and family, impulse-buying the latest fantasy novels, indulging in epic movie marathons, and sneaking in some gym time.