title: Rufus and Ryan Give Thanks
author:  Kathleen Long Bostrom 
description: <b>Kathleen Long Bostrom</b> is a published children's author in both the Christian and trade markets. She has a Master's in Christian Education and a Doctorate of Ministry in Preaching, and she has worked in children's ministry for many years. Kathy and her husband Greg have three grown children and live in Illinois.
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  _**A Bend in the Road**_
  
  
  _**Nicholas Sparks**_
  
  
  As with all my novels, I’d be remiss if I didn’t thank Cathy, my wonderful
  wife.
  
  
  Twelve years and still going strong. I love you.
  
  
  I’d also like to thank my five children—Miles, Ryan, Landon, Lexie, and
  Savannah.
  
  
  They keep me grounded, and more than that, they’re a lot of fun.
  
  
  Larry Kirshbaum and Maureen Egen have been both wonderful and supportive
  throughout my career. Thank you both. (P.S. Look for your names in this
  novel!) Richard Green and Howie Sanders, my Hollywood agents, are the best at
  what they do. Thanks, guys!
  
  
  Denise Di Novi, the producer of bothMessage in a Bottle andA Walk to Remember
  , is not only superb at what she does, but has become a great friend as well.
  
  
  Scott Schwimer, my attorney, deserves my thanks and gratitude, and here it is.
  
  
  You’re the best.
  
  
  Micah and Christine, my brother and his wife. I love you both.
  
  
  I’d also like to thank Jennifer Romanello, Emi Ba