Acknowledgments

For my friends—you know who you are. To my coven-mates, who cheered me on. Thanks for listening and for all your support. “Love ya—mean it!” A special thank-you goes to Mickie, Christy, and also to Jen, who gave up an entire Sunday afternoon to help me get the index together. We started out with soft drinks and switched to margaritas after an hour of listing items in alphabetical order—at least there were no quizzes this time, but we did have fun.

With appreciation to Becky Zins, my editor. For acquisitions editor Elysia Gallo, who challenges me to improve and grow as a writer. Also a word of thanks to Nanette Stearns for her technical assistance and kindness, and to Lynne Menturweck for her superb art direction.

Finally, to my husband, Ken, and to our three children, Kraig, Kyle, and Erin, with love.