When I finished writing this book, I wasn’t sure anyone would get what I was trying to do, but Laurel Symonds did. I couldn’t be more grateful you’re my agent, Laurel. I’m one lucky writer.
Kendra Levin was another person who got it—thank you for making sure the Barclay Hotel found a home at Viking. I hit the jackpot twice, because Aneeka Kalia took over as editor. This book wouldn’t be what it is without you, Aneeka.
Copyeditors catch all those last mistakes (and tiny plot holes . . . ): thank you, Janet Pascal and Laura Stiers, for your sharp observations.
It’s one thing to imagine the story in your head; it’s a whole other (mind-blowing!) thing to see it illustrated. Thank you, Xavier Bonet, for bringing these crazy characters to life. Thank you to the art department and Jim Hoover for making this book look so good.
Being a writer is a lonely job sometimes, but my friends always get it too. Thank you to SCBWI, Mystery Writers of America, Sisters in Crime, and Pikes Peak Writers for always giving me a place to find comradery and learn new things. My best writer pals Deb, Jenny, Laurel, Ali, Nicole, Mary, and Pam and Sarah—thank you for listening, and for cheering me on.
Last but never least: thanks to my family, for supporting me when I’m off writing or daydreaming, and for going with me to the library. It’s where all the cool people are, you know.
Fleur Bradley is passionate about two things: mysteries and getting kids to read. When she’s not active in her local SCBWI chapter, she’s speaking at conferences on how to engage reluctant readers. Originally from the Netherlands, she now lives in Colorado, not too far from the historic (and haunted) Stanley Hotel.
You can find her at ftbradley.com and on Twitter @FTBradleyAuthor.
Xavier Bonet is an illustrator and a comic book artist who lives in Barcelona with his wife and two children. He has illustrated a number of middle grade books, including the Thrifty Guide series by Jonathan Stokes and Michael Dahl’s Really Scary Stories series. He loves all things retro, video games, and Japanese food, but above all, spending time with his family.
Visit him at xavierbonet.net and follow him on Twitter or Instagram @xbonetp.
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