Acknowledgements

Appreciative communications from the readership of 'Once Upon a Time' have brought about a lot of encouragement for me. It would be hard to make a list of the books that I read that gave me a little perspective while preparing this book, and a lot of people that supported me throughout.

I’m a big believer of following your heart, and it is much easier when you have people who believe you can do it. When you have people like that, you tend to achieve more than you expected. While writing this book, a lot of people offered me much enthusiasm and love. I really hope this book is worth the wait for you.

Normally, inspiration for my characters comes from my environment, but I owe a thank you to these lovelies that really helped in making them broader and more interesting. I'm thankful to Sede Faith, Kanren Joy, Mercy Bevic, Mary-Ann Emike, Mowarin Maria, Diai Kaima, Dabor A.Y., Vanessa Emma, Iyamu Susan, Chisome Jennifer, and Ugboh Louisa for their never-ending encouragement from the outset.

I am again grateful to Yvonne Ezepue for her support at all times and also the staff of EMP.

-N.G.