I’d like to give all of my thanks to:

Carla Glasser, who first saw the potential in my work and has guided me with her honesty and wit.

Stephanie Fletcher, for her brilliant editing.

Justin Schwartz and the phenomenal team at Houghton Mifflin, for making my fantasy come to life!

Lauren Volo, my sister in creativity, who took the photographic imagery far beyond anything I could have dreamed of.

Brita Olsen, for her hand in styling and lending irreplaceable props.

Liza Lubell, for friendship and flowers.

Rachel, my dearest friend, goddess, mentor, and the most amazing sister I could have ever imagined being blessed with.

Mom and Dad, for guiding me to be the woman I am today and believing in my every adventure. Not to mention passing along their amazing genes!

Mama Whipkey, for being my superhero and showing me the path to a healthy lifestyle.

My grandmothers, who instilled my love of baking and the memories of fresh cookies coming out of the oven.