Reap the Wild Wind

Acknowledgments

Ten years since I wrote the first of these. Looking back at it? It’s essentially the same list today: the wonderful people at DAW, my friends and partners, especially Sheila Gilbert; my family and friends; my colleagues and peers. Luis? For all this time, you’ve turned what I write into amazing visions. Thank you.

My life and work since has been enriched by more people than I could possibly name. I remain humbled by the response of readers to the story of Sira and Morgan, my first story. I hope you enjoy revisiting that setting. This is, in many ways, for you.

Each book has its own helpers. This has been a more family-oriented project than most. I’d like to thank Bryan, Colin, and Philip Czerneda for advice on metalworking; Scott Czerneda for plot discussions; Jennifer Czerneda for names and my model for hard work no matter what, and my Roger, for the chemistry of combustion, as well as for supporting me in every way, including fresh baked cookies at timely moments. Happy 30th again!

The following read manuscript for me and provided critical comment: Jana Paniccia, Janet Chase, Jihane Billacois (who also helped proof), Ruth Stuart, and Shannan Palma. Thanks, ladies! I’d also like to thank my hosts over the past year for wonderful events, in particular: Ad Astra, Southern Ontario Librarians Association, CACE-Ottawa, Toronto Trek 20, Armadillocon, World Fantasy Film Festival, Astronomicon, and the Barrie Public Library (Hi Mary!).

Last, but not least. Sir David Attenborough and all those who show us this world’s wonders. What . . . you thought I made all it up?

Enjoy!