Acknowledgments

First and foremost, this book would not exist without the participation of this amazing group of 47 essay contributors and interview subjects. I am extraordinarily grateful to each of you for trusting in me and the idea behind this book. Thank you so much for sharing your experience and advice.

Thank you to Elinor Actipis, Cara Anderson, and everyone at Focal Press. You championed my rather untraditional approach every step of the way. Thanks for fighting the good fight.

Thank you to Peggy Gormley, David Irving, Cathrine Kellison, Jack Lechner, Roz Lichter, Jon Patricof, Paula Silver, and Jason Squire for your advice, encouragement, and feedback.

Thank you to Sargina Tamimi Silvani and Dennis Ivan for the initial book cover concepts ...

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