by Beth Garrod
Thank you to the amazingly talented writers, bloggers, librarians, booksellers and everyone I’ve met along the way who are nice enough to talk to strangers at parties and make imposters feel welcome. Special extra-big thanks and awkward waves to Team Cooper, Jen Bell, Jim, Chelley, the Charing Cross Foyles team, the Scholastic crew, and Mr Maxwell.
Lucy R. I’m basically Adam right now. So I’m just going to say it. Will you … will you be my friend? Please?
Kev, Babs, Phil, thank you for your support – from books, hospitals and beyond. Best In-Laws Ever.
Thanks to anyone who read Super Awkward and got in touch. You guys rock. Awkward people are the best. This one’s for you.
And to my wonderful family who are always there through the ups, downs and Walrus challenges. Daddles, Moomin, Becca, Ian, Rose. I lucked out. I love you.
And finally, to the person who I saved the emotional finish for. Who read it and told me to save it for just him. Chris, I did. So instead, thank you to the incredible staff of the NHS, especially the Royal London Hospital, for looking after you, and getting you back safe.
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