ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Every time I write an acknowledgments page, it’s
different. But there is one constant: My agent Zoe, who is my
fiercest advocate, and the one who keeps me from going crazy during
the process of making a book. Thank you for all that you do—and for
not slapping me with a dead fish by now.
I must also sincerely thank my editor, Jocelyn.
This book was acquired before you joined Razorbill, and I was
terrified you wouldn’t have the same passion for Lexi and her
story, but my worries were unwarranted. I cannot even imagine what
this book would look like if it weren’t for your input. You kicked
my butt, and for that, I thank you. My sincerest, gratitude, also,
to Gillian for your input during edits.
Thank you, as well, to Ben, who wanted nothing to
do with “a mermaid book,” but gave Ripple a chance
anyway.
For Billy, Sammy, and Bridget, thank you for
coming through at a moment’s notice and pointing out where the
story jumped the shark.
And Cyn, as always, I appreciate your honesty—and
your ability to be blunt as hell. My career is better because I
know you.
My love to my husband, who left the house time
and again with our daughter just to give me time to write; this
book would have come out sometime in 2035 if it weren’t for you.
Your love and support mean the world to me.
Finally, thank you to my readers, who cared
enough to email me about Prada And Prejudice or You
Wish. Your emails never fail to make my day.