Mel believed she was destined to be a rock star, but soon discovered she hates to be the center of attention.
Since she's also a terrible guitarist, author seemed like an acceptable backup plan.
She spent most of her early years not getting too attached to anything except Jesus, rock 'n' roll, and fictional characters, because they were the only things she could take with her when she inevitably moved.
Now, as an alleged grown-up and girl mom who's lived in the same place for a very long time, she's still quite attached to Jesus, rock 'n' roll, and fictional characters. She's also hopelessly devoted to Mexican food, Diet Mountain Dew, her family, pets, and all her quirky friends—whether real, imagined, or birthed.