With only 46 days (!!!) to go before Cress hits stores and I take off on my epic Cress book tour, it’s time for me to start brainstorming the all-important saying that I’ll write in the book during signings.

This is one of those weird things that kind of stresses me out every year. While a generic saying, such as “Enjoy!” or “Happy Reading!” would no doubt be perfectly acceptable, I really like to write something that relates to the book. Ideally I’ll also have a saying that is gender-neutral.

For CINDER, my go-to phrase is:

Once upon a future . . .

Though if I have more time, I might spice it up by writing:

May the glass slipper always fit.

Or

May your fairy godmother always be on call.

Or

Live long and charming.

For SCARLET, I usually write:

Who’s afraid?

Or

Beware the Big Bad Wolf.

But for CRESS, so far all I’ve come up with is:

Let down your hair.

Which is okay, but a little cheesy and feminine and, you know, what if I’m signing for someone who’s bald?

So I’m seeking your help, guys! Obviously, I know that most of you have not yet had the chance to read CRESS, but I’m open to any ideas that reference Rapunzel or the first two TLC books too.

Any thoughts?