Acknowledgments

Writing a book is hard. I’m grateful to have people in my life who make it just a bit easier.

To SA, one of the world’s best editors. Sometimes I feel like we share a brain and sometimes I feel like I have so much left to learn from you that there couldn’t possibly be enough hours left in my lifetime to do so. I cannot wait for our next adventure.

To my fabulous agent Steven Salpeter. Thank you for trusting me. This is only the beginning.

To the amazingly talented Deb Shapiro. Your wisdom and guidance have truly helped our team make this project successful.

To Josie Woodbridge, Courtney Vatis, Greg Boguslawski, and Blackstone Publishing. Thank you for helping me bring this book into the world.

To Holly Frederick and Maddie Tavis for your passion and expertise.

To Nathan and Mary, owners of The Stacks Coffeehouse. Your business is my second home. Thank you for giving me space to craft my stories within its book-lined walls.

To Brooke, Emily, Pintip, and Rachel, whenever I falter, you are there to remind me of who I am and what I’m capable of. You bring out the best in me. I can’t thank you enough for your friendship.

To Douglas and Gigi, I couldn’t do any of this without you.