This book tooks 2 years to write, compile and edit. It has been a true labor of love for all of us. One the greatest joys in creating this book has been working with hundreds of teenagers and adults who gave this project not just their time and attention, but their hearts and souls as well. We would like to thank the following people for their dedication and contributions, without which this book could not have been created.

Thanks again for giving us the space, time and emotional support we needed to follow our passion and complete what must have seemed like an endless task. We love you all more thatn words can ever express.

We would like to extend a very special thanks to a group of teens who worked with us to ensure this book would be about issues that truly concern teenagers.