My endless gratitude goes to those who do the challenging work of supporting my dreams. To my family and friends, especially Ryan, Megan, Kate, and my mom, who listen patiently and understand the roller-coaster ride that is writing and publishing. To my children, who are quick with hugs and loving words. To my readers, who reach out with kind e-mails and messages or simply recommend my books: thank you for allowing my characters into your lives.
Many thanks also go to the team at Simon & Schuster: Kate Dresser, Molly Gregory, Polly Watson, Christine Masters, and Melissa Gramstad. You are all an absolute pleasure to work with and you’ve made me a better writer. Thanks always to my agent, Rachel Beck, for believing in me and for being patient, understanding, and other good things.
Finally, thank you to coffee and to the fine people who produce it. Without it, none of my books would have been written.