I apologize for this! I know it's an author's not, but... I didn't think anyone was reading. Please, just let me know you're reading! Whether through a review or even just a PM... PLEASE! I don't think anyone is reading this, and so then I don't write as much because I'm disappointed, and then... please! Even if it's saying how bad the story is, I know that at least someone took the time to do it!

YOU GUYS! UGH!

Announcement 1. Don't forget, you can still get your character in as a very special tribute! Submit an OC form through PM to me, and you'll be entered! In fact, you could win just by entering! For real, no one has submitted it so far! Come on, guys!

Announcement 2. I feel like the story's going too slowly. I need your opinion. Should I skip the interviews and just get to the Games? Because that's the best part, I swear. Like, you will love it! No one will ever guess that Travis- *claps hand over mouth* I CAN'T TELL YOU! But I just can't help but get excited over how Cladia-

UGH

-and then she-

STOP IT!

Thanks,

Val

This author's note is dedicated to Claire, my best of the best bestest bestie biffle.

Please, keep in mind, my teachers are loading on the homework and I started my very own business! I'm sewing home decor and kids' clothes on Etsy. So... thanks :)