I'm so grateful to my husband, Robert, who didn't laugh when I told him I was writing a book. His gracious and generous support and encouragement have made it possible for me to write the stories of my heart. Many thanks to my boys, who were so desperate for computer time they helped my husband buy me a laptop for Christmas and didn't complain when they had to eat takeout again. Thank you to the Crits, who stuck with a new writer and taught me what POV was and how to show not tell. Thanks to ACRW Crit Group 11 for fine-tuning my stories and teaching me to be a better writer. You all know who you are. I wouldn't be getting published without your help and encouragement. Special thanks to Sally for listening to my occasional whining and pushing my nose back to the grindstone. And to Peggy for teaching all your wonderful romance-writing classes and for your constant support. And to Cath, who reached out via the Internet and became my friend and mentor.