If the Shoe Fits (Meant To Be #1) by Julie Murphy

I wrote this book in 2020, and no one could have prepared me for the type of year we would have. My friends and family are such a support system for me, and we had to all find creative ways to be there for one another. Even though we’ve spent much of the year apart, I feel closer and more supported by you than ever. Thank you to Bethany Hagen, Natalie C. Parker, Tessa Gratton, Ashely Meredith, Ashley Lindemann, Luke and Lauren Brewer, and Kristin Treviño.

Mom and Dad, thank you so much for buying me the Disney storybook-cartoon VHS tapes that were such an important part of my childhood. I’ll never forget the magic of watching Cinderella for the very first time at Nanny’s house while I sat on the floor far too close to the television. Thank you for always letting me believe I could be the princess and the hero.

Thank you to my extended family—Bob, Liz, Emma, Roger, Vivienne, and Aurelia. I wrote this book for lots of reason, and one of them was definitely so that my nieces could have bragging rights, so live it up, girls! Auntie Julie loves you.

Dexter, my dog and the best boy, and Rufus and Opie, my mischievous kitties, I love you three so much.

Ian, thank you for always being my biggest inspiration. If I had to be quarantined with anyone, I’m glad it was you.





JULIE MURPHY is the New York Times best-selling author of several books, including Dumplin’, now a Netflix original movie starring Jennifer Aniston. She lives in North Texas with her husband, dog, and cats. Visit www.imjuliemurphy.com.