Fixed on You (34 page)

“We are.”

He pulled me in for another
embrace, seemingly as unable to let go of me as I was unable to let go of him.
As fixed on me as I was on him.

“I’m going to rock your world,” I
said at his ear before sucking on the lobe.

He nipped at my neck, kindling my
desire yet again. “I can’t wait,” he said.

“Neither can I.”

HUDSON
AND ALAYNA’S STORY CONTINUES

IN
THE SENSUAL SEQUEL

FOUND IN YOU

COMING FALL 2013

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

For as many times as I’ve
composed these in my head, this task should be easy. Yet, as I sit here
preparing to acknowledge the people who helped make
Fixed on You
a
reality, I’m overwhelmed.

Deep breath and start somewhere.

First, a deep well of gratitude
to my husband, who let me take the time to write and always missed me when I
was in my book world, but never pressured me to return (almost never.) No
matter who the main guy is, honey, it’s always you.

To my children, who somehow
managed to grow and thrive despite my frequent lack of attention. You are the
lights of my life; thank you for letting Mommy be a person too.

To my mother, who has always
encouraged me and is still proud despite the subject matter of my books.

To Bethany for the copyedits—you
are truly a lifesaver—and for telling me, “That’s not where this story begins.”
Also, for your editorial letters (I treasure them) and being an endless
cheerleader, while still giving meaningful advice that always rang true. I’m
glad I could bring some magic to your bath time.

To Sophia for my cover—it’s
exactly what I wanted. But also for much more. The motivation, the heart, the
strength. You’ve taught me more about the publishing/writing world than anyone,
and I can’t begin to express my thanks. And yet I try: thank you, thank you,
thank you.

To Robyn, for being the idea
person in my life. Even though I often didn’t take it, I always treasured your
advice. You are brilliant. I mean, blow pops? GENIUS!

To Tristina: You are a surrogate
parent to all my romances—none of them would ever be ready to send into the
world without your wise input and dedication in reading each and every version.
If anyone asks, Hudson is yours.

To Robyn, Jackie, and Lisa. Each
of you added very different but beloved layers to this book. Thank you for
giving my words the time.

To Alessa—your transparency and
answering of my endless questions has been more than anyone could ever ask from
another person. You are a goddess in my book.

To the WrAHM society—an adequate
thank you to all of you amazing women would result in another book. And lots of
alcohol. And dirty pictures. You girls are the support and friendship I’ve been
looking for. Gen, thanks for creating this group—it’s changed my life.

To Bob Diforio, my agent. Not
many agents are on board with self-publishing. Thanks for being open-minded and
supporting me in this decision.

To Julie and AToMR tours. You are
worth so much more than you’re paid. Thank you for helping get this book out
there.

To Joe, my bestie. You lived
through all the ups and downs and wallowing and celebrating and always had good
advice and never let on how annoying I was. I owe you a drink. Or seven.

To my readers—though I don’t know
who you are as I’m writing this, I do know that
Fixed on You
is now in
your hands and anything great that happens from here on out is all due to you.

To my Creator for the talent and
the gifts that have been given to me. I am truly, truly blessed.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Laurelin Paige is a sucker for a
good romance and gets giddy anytime there’s kissing, much to the embarrassment
of her three daughters. Her husband doesn’t seem to complain, however. When she
isn’t reading or writing sexy stories, she’s probably singing, watching Mad Men
and the Walking Dead, or dreaming of Adam Levine. She is represented by the
wonderful Bob Diforio of D4EO Literary Agency.