Contributions from other people have been extensive, and I must thank a number of individuals:

Firstly, I would like to express my gratitude to my brother, Jonathan, for his great effort in writing the theme music for the book (playing over the "Background" section) AND for writing the little Java dice roller.

Secondly, to my Proof Readers: Rodney Hobbs and Saggi Hed. Their comments, and suggestions have been invaluable to me. If you manage to complete "Forest of Dreams", you have them to thank. They made me make the book easier.

I also wish to thank my father for drawing the map at the beginning of the book. It looks great, Dad.

To Ian Livingstone: I doubt you will ever read this, but if you do I hope that this book is a fitting tribute to your earlier work. You have given me many hours- days- weeks of reading, and your writing created the inspiration for me.