ABOUT OBSERVATIONS FROM THE DOOR

I worked as the door manager of a 2,400 capacity nightclub for a period of 20 years. During that time I sadly witnessed a lot of hostile and violent actions including active shooters.  After one such shooting, I was compelled to write a book on how to create a safer nightlife.


Observations from the Door is that book.  Currently out of print.  The book was published based on events that occurred in the club I worked at and others in the Cleveland area. Time has passed since I published observations. While the violence continues, the clubs that I reference no longer exist.  


I feel that the message and purpose of the book are still valid. I have been working on a revised edition that takes away the localization and "past" aspect of the book and write one that is for mainstream reading.  


If  you are interested in the revised version, I can add  you to the mailing list at


If you work in the nightclub, concert club or bar industry, and you are interested in being interviewed about creating a safer nightlife, contract me at


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