A massive thank you to my Instagram followers! Guys, some of you have been following and supporting me for years, and so many of you were already so excited when I shared the first art of Domino and Gus. Back then I knew these boys would be important to me. Even better, many of you knew it as well and believed in me. Special mention to Meg (after so many years, I’m so happy to still have you around), Kai, Victoria, Richel, Briony, Amelia, Amalie, Ambrine, Cielo, and Joyce for their precious help and kindness.
A thousand thank you to the beta readers of Le Sourire Nichan (because you were all Frenchies). You were so dedicated and helpful, and I’m forever grateful for your help. In your way, you shaped this book.
And Oh My! Thanks to Faecrate for the special edition of The Nichan Smile. You did more than just make my dream come true. Thanks for giving this opportunity to indie authors!
I’m not forgetting you, Heather, you Cheerleader Extraordinaire! We met just when I started to work on this book, and you never stopped being great and positive. Prepare yourself, the next book will hurt (you know me).
And last but not least, thank you, Benjamin, for being here, for being quiet when I need to write, for pushing me to believe in myself when all I do is cry and pout. I love you, and yes, there will be more crying and pouting.
Oh and no thanks to Pimousse because honestly, girl, you only came home for food and pets and… Nah, thanks to you too, kitty cat.
About the Author
First known for her illustrations, C.J. Merwild (you can call her Coco) was born and raised in France where she fell in love with writing, fantasy, and characters at a very young age. When she’s not creating stories or drawing, she’s seeking inspiration in video games, books, documentaries… or in her incessant daydreaming.
All her info and updates:
www.cjmerwild.com
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