Benevolent (24 page)

First and foremost, of course, is my family. My amazing and supportive husband, Kevin; without him, I wouldn’t be able to live out my dream. My beautiful girls, who don’t quite understand why I’m in front of my computer so much. I only hope one day they’ll realize it and be proud of me. My parents, who do nothing but show me love and support. And my Mimi, who is one of the strongest people I know. I love you all.

Amanda Ledford, my Biffel! I don’t think Eden would have been half the person she was without your influence. You truly are an amazing person with more to give than you ever give yourself credit for. You are my best friend and I couldn’t ask for anything more. I’m going to go ahead and thank Dan and Chelsea for starting an office romance. Without that, I wouldn’t have my biffel.

Jettie Woodruff… Everything happens for a reason. That’s all I can say. I <9 you a hundred mill-i-ion times. I can’t wait for the day that we can do all of those things on our bucket list. I know they’ll be fun and exciting times. Leddy and Jettie all the way!

Holly Carpenter… I’m so happy I get to call you my friend!

Bex, you’re awesome! Love you! ‘Nough said!

My betas–Vikki, Ana, Beth, Carlie, Jamee–you guys rock! I’m so thankful for all of you.

Stacy Leier, you started out as a beta and turned into someone I enjoy talking to. I look forward to your daily texts of hot guys! LOL. I no longer think of you as just one of my betas, you’ve become one of my friends and I am more than thankful for that.

Emily Smith-Kidman and TheSubClub, you guys are the best! I don’t even know how I would have handled this release without you. I look forward to future collaborations.

The bloggers… thank you for all of your support. I never thought I would have anyone interested in reading my work for reviews, let alone all of the support I’ve gotten from all of you. So thank you!

My readers… THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! Even if you don’t like my work, thank you for at least giving me a chance.