Eight Days (Love Always #1.5) (9 page)

Acknowledgements

This novella tested me. Written all in Damian’s point of view, I had to dig deep. Being inside his head isn’t the greatest place to be. But I think Damian is all of us. In some way, we’re all broken, and we’re all searching for that miracle that will put us back together. We’re all looking for peace.

I could write a whole novella of thank-you's and still, I wouldn’t scratch the surface of my gratitude.

First, foremost, and always, I thank God, my Lord and Savior. Without Him, none of this would be possible.

Secondly, my family. My awesome husband who reads through all of my books and gives me his valuable insight, especially on the male psyche. My kids who have to put up with my scatterbrainedness and oftentimes late (or burnt) dinners. I love all of you so, so much.

To my extended family who have been incredibly supportive. I’m lucky to have you in my life.

Thank you to my CPs. Geez. I can’t even tell you how thankful I am for you. Sunniva Dee and Laura Thalassa, I love your axes. I’m sure they’re dipped in pure gold, and if they aren’t, they should be. From line-by-line edits, to social media support, to work dates, to late night chats about Disney princes and princesses—oh, and let’s not forget about Mr. Frumps!—I appreciate everything. <3

For my beta readers: Tonille Burrows, Temperance Elisabeth, Kim Jackson, and Heather Jelsma. Your input is greatly valued. From the depths of my heart, thank you!

To my street team. Thanks for being there for me. Thanks for loving my books. Thanks for your opinions. Thanks for promoting my books. Thanks for the amazing teasers. Thanks for a whole list of stuff that’s too long to mention here. Just, thanks!

A huge shout out to the bloggers and reviewers who have supported me and this series. I’m too scared to name you all because I’ll probably leave someone out, but you know who you are. You’ve helped get my name out there, loved my books, and welcomed me into the writing community with open arms. You deserve so much more than a simple “thank you.” Really, you do.

Toni Rakesaw, my editor, you have been a joy to work with. You mention things that never crossed my mind, and you catch my embarrassing counting errors. One shot, two shots, three shots
…
Seriously, thank you!

Eden Crane Designs. Another beautiful, beautiful cover. I can’t wait to see what you come up with next!

Eternal thanks to Limitless Publishing! Jennifer O’Neill, Jessica Gunhamer, Dixie Matthews, thank you!! Thank you!! Thank you!! It’s been a pleasure.

And finally, to the readers. This book, especially, was spawned because of you, your comments, your emails, your reviews. When I wrote
Love Always, Kate
this novella wasn’t even a blip on my radar. You wanted it, so I wrote it, and I hope you love it. This book is for you.

Love Always, d.

About the Author

Born and raised in Iowa, d. Nichole King writes her stories close to home. There’s nothing like small-town Midwest scenery to create the perfect backdrop for an amazing tale.

She wrote her first book in junior high and loved every second of it. However, she couldn’t bring herself to share her passion with anyone. She packed it away until one day, with the encouragement of her husband, she sat down at the computer and began to type. Now, she can’t stop.

When not writing, d. is usually curled up with a book, scrapbooking, or doing yet another load of laundry.

Along with her incredible husband, she lives in small-town Iowa with her four adorable children and their dog, Peaches.

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