“Thank you” never seems like enough, and each year my gratitude rises for the wonderful people God has put in my life. I wish I could include each one, but because of space I am limited. Please know that you all are greatly appreciated.
Special thanks to the talented team at Revell for another great experience in bringing Sarai to print. You all make my job a joy!
To my agent, Wendy Lawton—I sure do appreciate you!
To my editors, Lonnie Hull DuPont and Jessica English—the stories are always better after you edit them!
To my critique partners, Jill Stengl and Kathleen Fuller—brainstorming sessions are more fun with a friend. Thank you for all of your wise suggestions.
To my son Jeff—for brainstorming the initial plot and for the great suggestions regarding Sarai’s and Melah’s character arcs.
Special thanks to Pastor Cliff Johnson for the use of his Jewish library. The books you pointed my way were most helpful and appreciated.
To my readers and influencers—thank you for loving these stories and writing to tell me so.
To my family, friends, and prayer team—you are a precious, priceless gift.
Randy—you are my inspiration. There is no better man than you.
Jeff, Chris, and Ryan—you are gifted writers in your own right, and I can’t wait to see what God does with your work!
El Roi, the God who sees me—thank You that You watch me still.