Micah's loving grandfather who shares a close bond with him, enjoying activities like building a treehouse and drinking sweet tea together. His past dreams are intertwined with the magic of Circus Mirandus.

Ephraim's strict and unkind sister who enforces order over the imaginative world of Micah and Ephraim, as illustrated by her preference for schedules over creativity.

A magical illusionist at Circus Mirandus known as The Man Who Bends Light, whose purpose is to nurture wonder and magic in children. He plays a pivotal role in Micah's understanding of the circus.

Micah's schoolmate, noted for her intelligence and initially skeptical view of magic, whose understanding evolves as she encounters the wonders of Circus Mirandus.