[__mharrison__]

That's really cool. I would think that for your "non-traditional" book, having a publisher help you would be useful. I haven't seen many "highly graphic" self-published books.

People have various reasons for publishing. Will a publisher get you in front of the most eyes? Maybe, I've talked to a few self-published authors (some who have sold $1Mil+) of their book. Arguably some books do better as self-published works for both distribution and $.

Admittedly, there is social proof for having a book with an animal on the cover.

Congrats again on your work! I love innovative creations. (Have thought about making a Python book for toddlers...)