Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor

Acknowledgments

This book would not exist without many people who generously shared their time, knowledge and encouragement. In particular, I wish to thank:

My husband, for aiding and abetting my dreams.

My parents, who demonstrate their unconditional love and support in more ways than I can count. And my sister and brother, for the same.

My grandfathers, whose lifelong love of reading and learning are an inspiration, and who helped me grow up believing I could do anything I set my mind to.

Shannon, who helped keep my home life from falling to pieces when I was on deadline.

Sharon Antoniewicz, Susie Just and Georgann Suszka, from whom I learned much about storytelling. I miss our Tuesday nights.

Many friends at Wizards of the Coast, including my editors Bill Larson and Peter Archer, and forgotten realms’ authorities Steven Schend, Dale Donovan, and Ed Greenwood, for their encouragement and patience in answering endless questions.

And finally, the Pool of Radiance computer game creators, especially Sarah Stocker, Jon Kromrey, Ken Eklund, and Chuck Yager, for making me feel like part of the team—and for giving me such wickedly fun villains with whom to torment my protagonists.