Play it Safe During the Halloween Scene!

As a young, rambunctious kid, Halloween was among my favorite holidays.
It was a real "treat" to dress up as a popular cartoon character or super hero, back in the day!
And the door-to-door rounds, gathering up candy and assorted goodies from all the neighbors rounded out all the fun.

Fast forward...it's 2013 and the environment, activities and times have changed.
Halloween can be dangerous and filled with real life "horrors."

Unfortunately, we have some adult (and teen) "characters" that are opportunistic and unstable, that use this day to dress up in disguises and commit crimes to people and to property.
Don't be a needless victim.

Remember to be aware of your surroundings.
When out and about, walk with others, and stay in well-lit areas.
Don't open your doors up to every Tom, Dick and Harry.
Better safe than sorry.

Here's hoping that you have a terrific Thursday filled with treats and treasures!

A.D.

Join Me For the 2013 Author's Showcase in Chicago...

Would you like to learn the in's and out's of the publishing business?
Get the "4-1-1" on how to work smarter not harder in promoting your book?
Score time management tips to get more accomplished this year?

Or perhaps you need to know how to navigate the new social media scene...

Whatever your goal, you'll find needed answers and fun networking opportunities at this year's 2013 Author's Showcase presented by Books Ink and Woodson Library.
Get in where you fit in.

Join me and other noted authors and speakers.

When: October 12, 2013-Saturday
Where: 9525 S. Halsted, Chicago
Time: 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

We'll have panel discussions, mini-workshops, readings, raffles and ("Moore")!

It's the "must-attend" event of the season!
I hope to see you there.