It was all of these things that really made up the truth of writing this book. And through it all, it was the people in my life who were there to help ground me, to remind me why I love this story and what I’m trying to tell. It was the people who love and support me unconditionally, and I’m absolutely sincere when I say I couldn’t have done it without them.
To my husband and daughter, you are my everyday happiness, and I love you so much. To my parents and my sister, I wouldn’t have ever started writing without your support, so it was because of you that I didn’t give up on my dream.
When it comes to the book world, things can be very competitive and isolating, but I’m lucky that I found a group of people who are so incredibly smart and supportive. Sarah A. Parker, thank you for getting me through every single chapter, making me focus in the sprint room, and the countless times you let me pace and talk out my brainstorming. Ivy Asher and Ann Denton, I’m always so nervous when you read, but I know without a doubt that you will help me make every book better, and Glow was no different. You gave me my confidence back, and you always understand what I’m trying to say throughout Auren’s journey. C.R. Jane and Candice, I’m so grateful for your insight and that you took the time to read this so quickly while my deadline stomped on me.
To Helayna, thank you for polishing up my messes and making this book shine.
To Amy and Bex, thank you for adding these extra touches into the book to make each edition special. To Aubrey, I’m so grateful for your beautiful, creative eye. I always know I’m going to love everything you create for this series.
To my agent, Kim Whalen, you took a chance on an indie with books that were already published, and ever since then, you’ve taken this series to the next level, and I’m so very grateful for you and all the work you’re doing.
To Rebecca Hilsdon and Jorgie Bain at Penguin Random House UK, your enthusiasm for the series means everything to me, and I’m so excited to see what happens next!
But mostly, I want to thank the readers. This series would be nothing without you. I continue to be blown away by your very vocal support and your unending enthusiasm. To all the BookTokers and Bookstagrammers who have spread the word, you constantly bring a smile to my face or tears to my eyes. The things you create, the genuine words you say…it leaves me speechless.
So thank you all for trusting me to carry Auren’s journey. I’m so incredibly grateful for each and every one of you. Thank you for every video, every post, every single review, and every recommendation. All of the good things that have happened to this series are all because of you.
—RK