To my wonderful wife, Cyndi, and my children, Victoria Rose and Alexander William. To my parents, who supported my interest in gaming and writing when it made no sense at all. To one of my favorite authors—Harry Turtledove, who provides me with countless hours of entertainment. And to all of my friends who put up with this very weird hobby of mine— being an author.
And, as always, to my alma mater, Central Michigan University.