Acknowledgments Authors can’t get their books out into the world on their own—it’s a team effort. Granted, giving birth to the first draft is much of a solo-(ad)venture, after which the feedback from first (beta-) readers help shape the manuscript. A copyeditor is needed. A graphic designer for the cover art is indispensable. A printing and publishing house is required. And a launch team is crucial to help spread the word and help the book fly. Thank you to my first readers, I could not have done it without you! Thanks to Isabella, Dean Gabrowski, Bernadette & Cassandra Mackenzie, Victor Duarte, Jackie Dutfield and Charlize Gatza! Thank you to my siblings, Charlotte, Florence, and Dave, who keep inspiring me, reminding me it is possible. Thank you to Blake Atwood, capable and patient c

