LETTERS Madeline Knapp 8th Grade • Rogers Park Montessori School
DYLAN: Dylan is a 12-year-old boy who lost his father a year ago. He is living with his single mother, Anne. Dylan writes letters to his dead dad. Dylan is mysterious and creative.
ARCHIE: Archie is Dylan’s friend who is also 12. He acts as a sort of comedic relief to Dylan. A slightly chubby, loving, and funny friend to Dylan.
ANNE: Anne is Dylan’s mother who is 38. She is trying to support Dylan while being a single working mother. Anne is a vibrant, and caring mother but is often overwhelmed and stressed.
PAUL: Dylan’s dad who died in a grocery store shooting. He was carefree, kind, and assertive.
IVAN THE INCOMPARABLY MAGICAL: Ivan is a 45-yearold man who died in a fake wizard duel. Ivan is living his afterlife as a wizard in the Soul World. Ivan is quirky and odd.
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