You wrote the book and edited it — why not self-publish? It’s not as glamorous or as lucrative as a traditional book deal, but if you have it done and it’s something people want to read, why not get it out into the world?

And who knows, maybe it’ll take off, maybe it’ll get you a “real” book deal or a second edition with a publisher or one of many other amazing possibilities. But, either way, at least people like Teri will be able to read your story.