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  For my writing group that is always willing to take the first crack at a rough draft and an even rougher idea, so that I can craft it into something better than it was before.

  For my editor, Tara Weikum, who is so good at helping shape my books into the best possible version of themselves. I’m so grateful to be part of her team. For my agent, Jodi Reamer, who helps me navigate the publishing world without falling on my face. Thank you for your wisdom and guidance.

  And most important, for the God who gave me a unique set of gifts and then waited patiently while I figured out how to use them. I remember well the days I prayed for the things I have now. Ephesians 3:20. Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory.

  About the Author

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  LAURA MARTIN is a mom by day and a middle grade author by night, although in her heart she will always be a seventh-grade language arts teacher. She still has a hard time remembering that writing isn’t just something that she does for fun. She lives in the Indianapolis area with her dashing husband, Josh, their too-cute-for-their-own-good kids, and a high-maintenance bulldog. You can visit her website at www.lauramartinbooks.com.

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  Library of Congress Control Number: 2020951028

  Digital Edition JUNE 2021 ISBN: 978-0-06-289440-3

  Print ISBN: 978-0-06-289438-0

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