I never could have written a book about sexual fantasies were it not for the dozens of coaching clients willing to share the intimate details of their private thought lives. Thank you for your trust, courage, and humility.
And I couldn’t have published such a book without a very courageous publisher behind me. Special thanks to Debbie Wickwire—my “angel with cowboy boots”—and the entire Thomas Nelson team for catching this vision and running with it. Joel Kneedler, thank you for believing in me and paving the way for this project.
When I started mentoring aspiring writers and speakers through the B.L.A.S.T. Program, I had no idea what a blessing it would become to me. Thanks to all of the B.L.A.S.T. participants who jumped into this manuscript headfirst with me! Lindsey Hartz, Carrie O’Toole, Christina Calk, and Sally Casanova—how I appreciate your countless hours of research assistance. Christy Kennard, Christy Johnson, Aniesha Kleinhammer, Aubrey Sampson, Crystal Sheren, and Rich Wildman—what a wonderful job you did providing editorial feedback every step of the way.
Several professional counselors and beloved colleagues were incredibly helpful in the development of this material, particularly Jarratt Major, Tom Haygood, Cheryl Mackey, Julianne Davis, and Chris Legg. Thank you for helping me help others while remaining true to God’s Word.
There aren’t words to express how grateful I am for the prayers of my family and more friends than could possibly be mentioned here. They have definitely sustained and strengthened me day by day.
To my closest friends who listened patiently (without cringing) as I’ve repeatedly shared my passion for this topic—Terrica Smith, Skyla Bradley, Jerry Speight, Rita Baloche, Nicki Bradshaw, Jim Bailey, and Marilyn Meberg—what phenomenal cheerleaders you’ve been, and I love you dearly for it!
Finally, I want to thank my husband, who has been so great at helping me expose the deeper meaning behind my own fantasies. Greg, I couldn’t ask for a better life partner and friend.