Author's Note: A Note of Gratitude (Patreon)

Dear Readers,

You all know who I am because you read my stories and works. But I must say, it is not all me who works to give you this content and stories you enjoy. Behind the scenes, I have some incredible people who have helped me through my journey in the realm of fanfiction.

Today, through this note, I want to express my gratitude to all of these incredible individuals who have played pivotal roles in shaping my creative endeavors.

First and foremost, I extend my deepest appreciation to my wonderful betas: Anax, I_amaSWITCHbot, Mughil, and Nanu. Week after week, they dedicate time out of their own busy schedules to help me maintain the quality of my stories by catching those pesky errors and typos that slip past me in the document.

A heartfelt acknowledgment goes out to my dedicated Moderator team on Discord: Hydra, Klosekom, Hellrune, Henry, Mughil, Adrien, Omi, I_amaSWITCHbot, and Yoshi. Their unwavering support has been instrumental in maintaining peace on my server, and their efforts extend far beyond, encompassing a multitude of responsibilities. December, in particular, presented its challenges as I prepared to launch my Patreon and I am grateful for their resilience and dedication.

Special thanks are due to Droid and The Russian Arab. Droid's artistic talent brought life to the tier images on my Patreon page, adding a touch of loveliness that captivates the eye. The Russian Arab's creativity (alongside a little help from Mughil) shines through in the server banner for my Discord, now proudly serving as my profile image.

Now, I must mention some very very special people.

In my journey of creativity, there have been some individuals who illuminated the path, knowingly or unknowingly shaping the tapestry of my craft.

To Darkness Enthroned (MJ Bradley), Dorothea Greengrass, and The Black’s Resurgence, I owe a debt of gratitude that words can hardly encompass.

Their names might be very familiar to you if you read Harry Potter fanfiction. Their works not only captivated my imagination but served as the catalyst that ignited my own journey as an author.

Amongst them, I would like to give a special note to MJ Bradley, AKA Darkness Enthroned.

It is said that the best teachers are those who show you where to look but don’t tell you what to see.

In my journey as an author, Matt has been that teacher for me, who not only inspired me but took out time to guide me. He is my mentor and my friend who generously shared insights into the finer aspects of writing, an art he has practiced and developed for years.

His personal guidance has been a beacon, illuminating the nuances of storytelling and refining my craft in ways I could never have envisioned. If you’re reading this, I implore you to check out his works too. He is on FFN, AO3, and even Patreon.

Stay Happy! Stay Safe! Keep Smiling! Keep Reading!

HPfanfictioner66