Heated

Acknowledgments

I want to say a huge shout-out to everyone I’ve met across the social media community, some only in 140 character increments on Twitter, others flashing across my Facebook pages and profile. (I mean, it’s an amazing world when you actually meet and interact with folks who will later become friends, beta readers, and more only through 140 character flybys.)

Every one of you makes me laugh and smile, and the support and enthusiasm I’ve received is both thrilling and humbling. So here’s to all of you: #YouGuysAreTheBest

I also owe special shout-outs to Neil Orme, whom I found on Google when I needed a research fact (sorry—spoilers abound!) and he answered my out-of-the-blue email in less than an hour; to Dana for the reads, the enthusiasm, and the Chicago advice; and to Elle and Christie for the hashtag, emoticon, and teaser-image luv. #YouKnowYouRock

Most of all I have to thank the fabulous folks at Bantam, who really do go above and beyond. #MyPublisherIsAwesomeSauce