I have a running joke that, when you read one of my books, you’re getting a glimpse into what was going on in my life the year before. This one is no exception. This story might be the most personal to date, and it’s unabashedly my favorite. I’m so grateful to the people, places, and adventures that inspired it. For the first time, that gratitude extends to the cover. Thanks to Daniel for capturing my idea so brilliantly and for the day we had making it happen.
I’m profoundly grateful, as always, to the crew at Bold Strokes Books. You’re the best colleagues a writer could ask for and I’m not embarrassed to say I love you and think of you as family. Ash, you continue to keep me on my toes and I don’t know what I’d do without you. Leigh, thank you for nudging me to be better.
Finally, thank you to everyone who has given me the gift of buying and reading my books, and for the kind words and encouragement along the way. You’ve given me more joy than you know.