There are so many people to thank for their help with this project, I m not sure where to begin. I think I ll start with Heather O Connor, the acquisitions editor for this book and the first person I shared the Spotlight Series idea with. She took the idea and ran with it and was instrumental in getting this series off the ground. She also was very gracious and helpful with her comments on both the series idea and this manuscript. Thank you, Heather. This series wouldn t have been possible without your belief in it and your hard work to bring it to reality.

Thank you, as always, to Neil Edde, Publisher. Way back when, he took a chance on me and got me started on this crazy notion that I could write a book. I never would have believed it without the encouragement and support from Neil and his staff. He also went to bat for this series and again, thanks Neil, for the opportunity to write this book, launch this series, and work with your incredible, dedicated staff.

Jeff Kellum took over as developmental editor when Heather went on leave. Jeff has been great to work with and has had many helpful suggestions along the way. He said he enjoyed reading this book which was a great encouragement to me. Thank you, Jeff, for your help and support.

Thank you to Chance Reichel, who worked as the technical editor for this book. He did a great job of pointing out...