A list of 30 of the best book dedications in the business that'll have you crying, laughing, and crying laughing.

Dedications are a small yet powerful way to honor those who matter, and they make a book even more special. Whether you're a writer thinking about your next dedication or a reader who enjoys this touching aspect of a book, these heartfelt examples showcase the diversity and depth of emotion that can be expressed through just a few words.

Do you know how to write a good book dedication? These successful examples of book dedications will help you learn what to include.

You might skip past the dedication in a book, ready to dig into the good stuff. But don’t forget there’s often writing worthy of your attention before the story even begins—and here’s your proof! The best dedications ever written: Haroun And The Sea Of Stories, by Salman Rushdie Zembla, Zenda, Xanadu: All our dream-worlds may come true.