In May 2002, Michael and Candace Quinn had just returned to their eighty-year-old home from their whirlwind wedding and honeymoon. Exhausted, they fell into bed, wanting to sleep late the next morning. Their home, however, had other ideas. At 3:10 a.m., their world changed forever as they watched a merciless fire rapidly consume their home and belongings.Candace Quinn relies on her personal experience as a fire victim combined with a firefighter family background in order to educate others on how to prevent a fire, protect personal belongings, and create a plan of action should a home disaster occur. Quinn teaches specifically how to:Inventory, document, and store possessionsDevelop a "grab-and-go" list for each roomPractice a fast escape and arrange a meeting locationSecure a fire-safe home through vigilant observations This practical how-to guide will help any family learn the precautionary steps required to minimize the devastation created by a personal disaster. "Ms. Quinn's mix of personal experience with statistically correct data combines for an easy, informative read... one every homeowner or dweller should do. After 28 years as a fire chief, even I learned a couple things. This book is what everyone should know BEFORE [fire] happens to you". -Chief Eric Madison, Longmeadow, Massachusetts, Fire Departmentvisit the author's website: www.isurvivedahousefire.com
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Candace Quinn earned a Master's degree from Northwestern University and a Bachelor's degree from Rockford College. She is a consultant, author, and speaker within the healthcare industry. She resides in Northern Virginia with her husband, Michael, and is a mother of two and grandmother of five. I Survived a House Fire...I Wish My Stuff Had is her first foray into publishing. She speaks frequently and would be willing to address large groups regarding fire safety, disaster preparedness, and recovering from a disaster. She conducts book signings with a minimum sale guarantee. She is donating a portion of all royalties from her sales to the Pioneer Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross and to the National Fire Protection Association.
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