The book signing at “Centuries & Sleuths” in Forest Park on October 31, 2009 from 2 to 4 p.m. went quite well, and two 9-month old granddaughters, dressed as sunflowers, Ava and Elise Wilson, graced the store with their presence as the readings were winding down.

My “ghostly” story submitted to the Chicago “Tribune’s” scary story contest was also printed, one of only 24 from over 800 entries (top 3%) that were published.

Many thanks to store owner Augie Aleksy at 7419 W. Madison St., who assisted with arrangements and put up the lovely store window display you see in the photos.