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About the Author: Fun facts #5
So my first official book signing will take place Saturday June 23rd 2018. More information on that in the upcoming days. But it isn't the "when" I want to talk about, it's actually the "where". The book signing will take place in Chicago IL at Sip and Savor Cafe Chicago, 5301 Hyde Park Blvd. As some of you know I am a Hyde Park native and lived in the neighborhood for several years. The lakefront was my place of serenity and peace —where I could think and gather inspiration. If you have ever went to my website sommeriobooks.com there is a picture of myself in a very special location. This picture is actually 2 blocks away from where the book signing will take place on 55th and Lake Shore Drive. It was taken in the winter by Edgar Alanis at around 5:45am during sunrise and a very cold winter morning. The ice you see is the lake completely frozen for as far as the eye can see. I love this pic and especially the location. It was only right to have my first signing in Hyde Park. After the signing why not walk on over and visit my "place of inspiration". 
Well that's it for now, until next time my readers. Don't forget to like and follow the page and check back for details on the book signing—A.D. Sommerio

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