Aunt Susan—I look forward to both your comments on and edits of my manuscripts. Thank you for your time and your support. It took a huge weight off my shoulders and I am deeply appreciative.
Betsy—thank you for not just supporting me in the literary world, but in life. You’re wonderful and I’m so lucky to have you as family now.
Susan Dennard, author of Truthwitch—you, you beautiful person you, what am I supposed to say? You’re the awesomeist of awesomes? You’re as kind as your writing is superb? I’m so glad we met and bewildered—I mean overjoyed—that you’re not scared off by my crazy. Thank you for being an ear, offering advice, and just being a good friend.
Danielle L. Jensen, author of the Malediction Trilogy—I’m surprised Twitter hasn’t kicked us off for the gigabits of space our message history must be taking up. Even though we’ve yet to meet (as of when I’m writing this) I already feel like you’re a girlfriend I’ve had for years, the type of friend who you sit on the couch with in your PJs and order pizza after a long week. Thank you for that.
Michelle Madow, author of Elementals—look at how far I’ve come! You helped me right at the start and have been in my corner since. I deeply appreciate all the insights you’ve given me along the way.
Rob and the Gatekeeper Press Team—I couldn’t have done this without you. I’m so glad I found you all right at the start of my publishing journey. I couldn’t imagine my stress levels if I hadn’t had you to help manage things. I appreciate your insights, professionalism, and dependability.
Jamie—I feel like you are my book blog consultant. You know so much about the bookish world and I can’t tell you how valuable your thoughts have been to me. But, beyond that, you’re a great person and an even better friend. I appreciate everything you give to me more than you know. I don’t say it enough, but thank you.
Dani—my “real Vhalla Yarl”, thank you for always being there when I need and ear. I feel like we’re truly kindred spirits and I can’t wait to give you a big hug in person! Your help on these manuscripts has been essential to getting them where they need to be.
Iris—I’m so glad I met you at the start of my career. You’re a lovely person and have been a great friend to me through the ups and downs of all of this.
Lauren & Sabrina—your enthusiasm and willingness to give advice has truly helped me throughout this process. I know whenever I’ve had a hard day I can talk to you two and I’ll be met with love and positivity. Thank you both.
My Tower Guard—I’m struggling to write this, because nothing I write seems like enough for you. Every single one of you has been essential in helping me through this process. When I need something, you’ve risen to task. When I was down, you were there to pick me back up. When I questioned, you reminded me of why I’m doing this without even trying. Thank you to each and every one of you. I hope that we can go on many more adventures together.