Melissa Ragsdale is an NYC-based writer, editor, and professional book nerd. She is currently the Events Assistant at Housing Works Bookstore, a nonprofit bookstore that raises money for people affected by homelessness and HIV/AIDS. Born and raised in Austin, TX, Melissa graduated from the University of Texas with a degree in English and a minor in Computer Science. She spends most of her time writing fiction, performing improv, and craving breakfast tacos.