Thanks to family and friends who were there to listen, to encourage, and to cheer me on--you know who you are. Sincere thanks to my stellar agent, Kathryn Green, for her generous guidance and faith in my ability. And a hearty thank-you goes to my editor, Jennifer Besser, for her keen insight, attention to detail, and contagious enthusiasm. I owe much gratitude to Lara Zeises and Tea Benduhn, two amazing writers and friends who were there for me page-by-page, offering critical advice, time and patience, and a much appreciated sense of humor. Loving thanks to Ed, Mom, and Ryan--my biggest fans-- whose friendship, love, and support are truly invaluable. Thanks to Helen Jensen and to artist and author Michael Ramseur for answering numerous questions I had about Danvers State Hospital. A big thank-you to Mike Dijital, who was able to answer even my most technical of questions regarding all the little nooks and crevices of the DSH campus, and whose footage and photos made me feel like I was part of the crew.
