LOVE IN BLOOM RELEASE:.

SISTERS IN BLOOM, Snow Sisters, Book Two.

Expected publication date October 9, 2013.

Acknowledgments.

Writing Sisters in Love has been a wonderful experience for me, and I've become tremendously attached to the characters, which means that readers can look forward to four more Snow Sisters novels. First and foremost, I'd like to thank my readers. You inspire me to dig deeper and reach further to bring you a variety of books with characters that remain with you long after you've read the last words.

I am blessed to work with a fantastic editorial team: Kristen Weber has not only been a constant in my writing life, but she is always available for guidance, advice, and support. Kristen, your friendship, editorial skills, and your willingness to push me to give my readers more are only part of what make you a true gem, and I am so thankful to be among your clients. Penina Lopez, you are as meticulous as you are professional, and without your efforts my book would be filled with h.o.m.onyms and my readers would not be pleased. I'm grateful for your time, energy, advice, and guidance. Colleen Albert, you are so much more than a top-notch editor. You are a friend and colleague, and your support means the world to me. Thank you.

There are certain people who have spent countless hours listening to me gush over character crushes and worry over details. You've pushed, pulled, coddled, teased, and set me straight too many times to count. Each of you is my daily lifeblood: Hilde Alter, I could not have written a d.a.m.n thing without having been your daughter. You've always believed in me, and you made me believe in myself. Thank you. Kathleen Shoop, you and I have grown up together in this publishing world. Thank you for your wisdom and your friendship. Stacy Eaton, Amy Manemann, Emerald Barnes, Clare (Rach.e.l.le) Ayala, Bonnie Trachtenberg, Wendy Young, Christine Cunningham, G. E. Johnson, and Natasha Brown, aka Sis, not only do I know that each of you has my back, but you keep me sane, and I treasure our little family. Russell Blake, you never fail to make me laugh, you provide a basis for compet.i.tion, and you push me past my boundaries, but mostly, you just get it. You're a h.e.l.l of a writer and a h.e.l.l of a friend. Thank you.

I'm a social media addict, and I appreciate each of my friends and fans for indulging me, encouraging me, and inspiring me on Facebook and Twitter. I look forward to our chats and jokes, and I am so thankful for each of you.

Regina Starace, thank you for creating the perfect cover for the Snow sisters. I am honored to work with you. Jane Porter, it means the world to me that you read and enjoyed Sisters in Love. Thank you for your generosity. Kian Vencill, Pat Fordyce, Deb Shanley, and Kathie Shoop, thank you for reading early versions of this book, for providing valuable feedback, and for your unrelenting friendship and your support.

No author writes alone, and no author succeeds alone. I am blessed to have a tremendous support team of writers, bloggers, and readers. Team PIF (Team Pay-It-Forward) is the best d.a.m.n street team around, and I adore each and every one of you. You're talented, generous, and you never fail to make me smile. Thank you.

I am married to the best man on the planet. Hands down, he is the most supportive, loving, generous, intelligent, and patient man I know, not to mention he makes me laugh night and day. Les, you never complain when I'm locked away with my keyboard, or when I tell you I've fallen in love with another fictional man. You laughed when I started writing romance and I asked you to start wooing me like fictional heroes do-and then you did it. You own my heart and soul, and I adore you. Thank you for supporting my dreams and for sharing my life.

No one feels the brunt of my crazy hours like my children do. They eat takeout more than they should, and they laugh at me when my characters make me angry. Here's to you, kids. I love you all.

Melissa Foster is an award-winning, International bestselling author. Her books have been recommended by USA Today's book blog, Hagerstown Magazine, The Patriot, and several other print venues. She is the founder of the Women's Nest, a social and support community for women, and the World Literary Cafe. When she's not writing, Melissa helps authors navigate the publishing industry through her author training programs on Fostering Success. Melissa hosts Aspiring Authors contests for children, and has painted and donated several murals to The Hospital for Sick Children in Washington, DC.

Visit Melissa on her website, chat with her on The Women's Nest, or social media. Melissa enjoys discussing her books with book clubs and reader groups, and welcomes an invitation to your event.

www.MelissaFoster.com.

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