“Treats only, Please!” is nominated for Publication of the Month by Spillwords Press!

On By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Poetry

Dear Family and Friends,

I am thrilled to share that my light-hearted, fun poem for Halloween “Treats only, Please!” has been nominated for Publication of the Month by Spillwords Press! This recognition means the world to me, and it is an honor to be in the company of so many talented writers (including a few great blogging buddies). Thank you to Dagmara, her team at Spillwords, and to the readers who offer the most wonderful support of my writing. The email that landed in my inbox today is..

Dear writers,

We are thrilled to extend our heartfelt congratulations to every one of you! Your exceptional pieces have been nominated due to popular demand for October’s Publication of The Month. 

You have the power to decide the winner by casting your vote here: https://spillwords.com/vote/

We encourage you to share this link with your family, friends, and supporters, as their votes can make all the difference. Please note that voting will conclude on 10/30; soon after, we will reveal the well-deserved recipient of this prestigious title.

To vote, kindly register and/or log in to ensure your voice is heard.

The winning publication will be prominently featured on the Spillwords.com sidebar throughout the entire month of November, gaining well-deserved recognition from our global audience.

HERE ARE THE NOMINEES:

Good luck to all the nominees! Your contributions have enriched our platform, and we deeply appreciate your excellent collaboration and participation.

Warm regards,

Editing Team | Editing Department
editor@spillwords.com

Treats only, Please!

Creepy cackles from tall, looming trees
startle their jumpy heartbeats as they walk.
Shadows discreetly follow the echoes
while they timidly proceed down the block.

Young voices repeat with conviction,
“It’s just a night for entertainment.”
There’s no need for goosebumps and fear
as their eyes focus on the cracked pavement.

Undeniably sensing they’re not alone,
many follow in their hesitant footsteps,
eager to reach doors and push doorbells
but afraid of frightening special effects.

Broomstick witches in purple velvet capes,
eerie fog rolling in with white-gown ghosts,
superheroes from blockbuster movies,
owls hooting from high in their posts.

Some faces look like long lost relatives,
wrinkly and aged like dear old granny.
Ignoring the screeches, they focus only
on filling pillowcases with loads of candy!

I am thrilled that this fun take on Halloween received
142 ❤️s and 17 comments (including my replies)!
To those who flew over to Spillwords and hearted
and/or commented on my poem,
I offer my grandest Thank you!!!!
❤️🙏❤️

So, I ask you to vote! Log in or create an account (I know, another account, another password, all I can do is ask). 😃

You can offer your wonderful support by casting your vote here,
and again, voting will conclude on Wednesday, October 30th.

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Thank you for your support that I don’t take lightly. I appreciate you so much!
Hugs, Lauren 💖🙏🤗👻

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82 thoughts on ““Treats only, Please!” is nominated for Publication of the Month by Spillwords Press!”

    1. Thanks, Diana! This was fun to write, and I was thrilled that SW published it. But I didn’t expect this nomination. I’m honored though, especially to stand beside so many amazing writers. I appreciate your good wishes and kind words of support! ❤️🙏👻

      2. I don’t like competing with friends, not that I’m competing. 🙂 It is what it is! So, being nominated is a true honor in itself. I appreciate your honesty, Diana, and Mike and I wished each other the best of luck! 🥰

    1. Hi da-AL, thanks so much for your wishes, and I would love to be a guest on your blog. I will check out your guidelines. December may be a good time as I’m working on publishing another book, so November looks like it will be busy. But I’ll get back to you. Thank you again! ❤️🙏

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