The Valley and the Flood

e l e g a n t Alex, the best podcast partner in crime I could ask for; my roommates Lynne and Erin, for their enthusiasm and their boundless patience with my mid-drafting memory lapses; and Miranda and Sarah, my sisters in every way that matters, for being there from the very beginning.
Thank you to Rob, who honestly deserves a cowriting credit at this point, but would definitely never accept it. I’ve tried so many times to tell you how much you’ve helped me, but words never seem to cover it. Thank you for everything.
Thank you to my incredible extended family, who would fill an entire new book if I tried to name them in their entirety, but who have offered their love, excitement, and expertise at every turn. Having your support has kept me afloat this past decade. Thank you in particular to my godmother, Katie, who always let me check my email when she took me out to dinner.
And finally, to my family, who never seemed to doubt that I would find my way here: Dad, Keenan, Sara, and especially Mom, my first editor. I love you all so much.

About the Author
Rebecca Mahoney is a young adult and middle grade writer, and the co-creator of audio drama serial The Bridge Podcast. She's a strong believer in the cathartic power of all things fantastical and creepy in children's literature--and she knows firsthand that ghosts, monsters, and the unknown can give you the language you need to understand yourself. She was raised in Windham, New Hampshire, currently resides in Somerville, Massachusetts, and spends her spare time watching horror movies, collecting cloche hats, and cursing sailors at sea. She can be found on Twitter @cafecliche.


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