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Andy

I've enjoyed writing Top Dog. Thanks to everyone who's helped me.

To Richard: thank you – it has been a great experience to write with you, to share our ideas, and to see how you go about things.

Top Dog is my third book. As always, it wouldn't have been possible without the fabulous team at Capstone; and my two Emmas …

To my wonderful PA Emma Platt (soon-to-be Emma Thomas – congratulations Em and Julian) – you've had the ‘joy’ of making sure I have the time and headspace to write, as well as spending countless hours typing. Thank you!

To the amazing Mrs Bounds – Em, thanks for all your help, wisdom, insight and all-round brilliance. And for being so tactful when advising on edits!

And finally, to my four Top Pups: you make me proud every day …

Meg, you'll have a fab time at Uni – such an exciting time for you. Thanks for your advice on the book – it was invaluable.

Jack, thanks for going easy on me when we play sport. I know you let me win sometimes. But thanks for pretending you don't.

Super Maia, I just think you're fab. I can't wait for our next Daddy Daughter Date. Tell you what: you choose where we go, and I'll pay. OK?

And Tom, by the time you're old enough to read this, I'll hopefully have forgotten that you keep me awake so much. I'll do my best to have forgiven you by then too …

Richard

To Andy Bounds for his legendary and unending patience with me as a new writer, Bill from whom I learnt most and for cajoling and encouraging, Pamela and Steve for cheering me on when energy was flagging. So many others who have encouraged and supported.

To all my faithful canine companions – Jinny, Crispy, Biddy, Toby, Kentee, Temp, Corry , Elsa, Misty and Brook.

Most of all, my Grown Up kids – Emma whose focus on helping others less fortunate humbles me, Matt the new entrepreneur whose dedication and commitment inspires me and Oli whose dedication to fitness has pushed even me into the gym!

And of course … my Mum!