Michael Ausiello reveals that Shannon will play a character named Dilly Balsam. Her character will open a saltwater-taffy emporium across the street from Ned's (Lee Pace) Pie Hole.

Also guesting in upcoming episodes is Pee Wee Herman's Paul Reubens, who'll play a character named Alfredo Aldarisio. Ausiello mentions in another column that Alfredo is a traveling homeopathic antidepressant representative/salesman. This can turn out to be hilarious, especially if Reubens puts a touch of Pee Wee in his portrayal of the salesman.

Reubens will make his first appearance around episode 3 while Shannon will show up during the upcoming sweeps. Pushing Daisies premieres on October 3 on ABC.