I must acknowledge and thank the adoption agency that matched us with our son’s birth family. He completed our Forever Family. He saved our family as much as we saved him. He belongs with us and we are eternally grateful.
My husband’s support during those difficult months gave me the strength to be what our son needed. It was a dark time in my brain, and I cried most days along with our son. My pain was emotional while his was physical. My husband was my rock and will always be. Thanking him is easy and his son loves him so much he tells him every single day. “Dada, I love you.” Hearing that never gets old. I’m also thankful that our daughter was too young to remember those hard times. She and her brother are the best of friends and our Irish Twins. The most precious gifts we have ever received.
I wouldn’t have been able to write this book without my family’s support. My Forever Family and my book-world family.
Amanda Maxlyn: Two years ago, we met on Facebook and became fast friends. We published our first books close together, and the support you have given me has been unwavering. It’s amazing to know that in this business I can place my full trust in you. Thank you for reading this book and providing your invaluable feedback. You know the personal struggles that I went through that inspired me to write about these special characters. You’re amazing and I love you with all of my heart.
Dina Littner: Your honesty and nutty ideas drive me so crazy, but I love you for it HUGE. You know how to push my buttons and to make me think about how to present a scene or scenario. All in a good way. You make me a better writer and storyteller. Shhh—don’t tell anyone. I love you huge and I’m honored to have you as friend and critique partner.
My BETA girls: As my books have evolved, so has my beta process. Thank you all for being there with me through it all. I will always value your opinions and feedback above all others. You know me best and hold me to the highest of standards.
Murphy Rae: You’re a saint and a miracle worker. When I came to you to help refine the Forever Family Series, you jumped in head-first. You told me things that I didn’t want to hear about my first book and then you helped make it better. You helped me distinguish between voices and you breathed life into pivotal characters in these books. I’m so proud of the words that I’ve bled onto these pages, and your feedback and expertise have given me confidence to continue with this hobby of mine. Stay true and honest and awesome. Thank you for helping me grow as a writer.
Elaine Hudson York: I'm truly in love with the incredible interior design for Epic Sins. It literally took my breath away when I saw it. You have been a pleasure to work with and your professionalism is top notch. Thank you so much and I look forward to working with you on the rest of this series and beyond!
Sarah Hansen: Thank you for putting up with me. I know I was a pain in the ass and kept changing my mind about the look that I wanted for this book and the series. I bugged you a lot and you probably blocked my messages for a while. But what you did with this cover! What you created is just amazing. You crafted the perfect brand for the Epic Fail series, and your artistic renditions inspired me to finally finish the first book and get my butt in gear. I’m humbled and honored to call myself a client of yours. You are truly a master and produce exceptional covers. I’m thrilled to brag about you and the art that you created for me. Thank you again and I hope you take my requests in the future.
Becca Manuel: Once again, your vision of my book is stunning. The trailer you created perfectly captures the tone and feelings of Epic Sins. You work magic with your art and I’m so lucky that you connect with my stories enough to produce pure perfection. Thank you.