Sam Merlotte is a character from the The Southern Vampire Mysteries book series by author Charlaine Harris. Sam is the owner and operator of Merlotte's, the bar where telepath Sookie Stackhouse works as a barmaid. He is described as being a small, blond man and a fair boss.
Sam is also a shapeshifter. His preferred shape is that of a collie, although he can essentially change into any animal he sees. On nights when the moon is full, Sam -like all shapeshifters- feels a strong urge to change, the rest of the time he can do it at will.
In True Blood, an upcoming HBO series based on The Southern Vampire Mysteries, this character will be played by American actor Sam Trammell.
Relationships
Sookie Stackhouse --Sam has expressed his interest in Sookie and has kissed her on more than one occasion, but the two have never actually dated. He remains her good friend and supporter, however, often covering for Sookie when she misses work due to vampire business.
Callisto --a maenad who briefly drifts through Sookie's hometown (and later attacks Sookie). Sam engages in a sexual relationship with her, which ends with Callisto's departure.
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