In Winter's Grip (30 page)

In Winter's Grip
is her first mystery for adults.

More information on her work can be found at
www.brendachapman.ca

Acknowledgements

I would like to thank Sylvia McConnell and Allister Thompson of RendezVous Crime for their dedication and support. Thank you also to Emma Dolan and Frank Bowick for the stunning cover images and design for
In Winter's Grip
. Thanks to Rachel Sentes, whose expertise has been invaluable.

I am grateful to Katherine Hobbs, Darlene Cole, Mike Levin, Lisa Weagle and Alex Brett, who critique early drafts of my manuscripts and keep the stories from straying. Thank you also to Louise Penny, Gail Bowen and Mary Jane Maffini for critiquing early drafts of this manuscript. The mystery writing community is strong and growing—I would like to acknowledge the continuing support of Capital Crime Writers and Crime Writers of Canada.

The unwavering support from my family and friends, fellow authors, book store owners, librarians and fans is a constant source of strength—thank you to each of you for taking this writing journey with me and for sharing my belief in the power of stories and the magic of language.