9: Never forget that zombies must be killed by destroying the brain; vampires are killed by decapitation, sunlight or a stake in the heart; werewolves are done in by silver bullets or killing their human self. Ghosts should be handled by priests or paranormal experts. Monsters are tricky: some may have their own special way to be killed but the generally shooting them, setting them on fire, even stabbing them until they are a pile of mush should do the trick. Burn the remains.

8: It doesn't matter if you're in high school, college or if you're 50 years old. If you bully someone to the point of public humiliation, they'll snap and get revenge on you.7: Don't touch foreign objects, don't taunt ghosts, don't read anything from an old book out loud. If you do any of these, I guarantee you it will end badly.

6: If something out of the ordinary is after you, a monster, vampire, even a clown, if you're going to call the cops, tell them it's a fire or something normal. The police won't rush out to your frantic call about zombies trying to break in your house. You'll get a quicker response telling them you're being burgled.

5: Never drop your weapon. I can't count the number of times I've seen a horror movie when a character thinks they killed the killer/monster, drop their weapons and enjoy a sigh of relief. Too bad just moments after the killer/monster pops up again and the character is forced to run instead of re-using the weapon again.

4: When confronted by the killer, don't run and hide, kick some ass! (But only if it's not carrying a gun or chainsaw.) If the killer is a male you know the number one spot to go for. Kick, punch, go for the win! If the killer has you from behind, try head butting, sticking your fingers in his eyes, anything to get them down long enough to steal their weapon and take them out!

3: Never vacation in the woods or a secluded area: It's an open invitation to psychos and cannibal hillbillies. But, if you must spend time in a cabin, be prepared. Visit the place a day or two ahead in the daylight. See if your cell phone works, find out how far the nearest police station is and how long it would take you to walk or run there. Check the news for missing person reports in that area. If there's a lot, reschedule your stay. Check the roads to see if you car can get through without getting stuck in any mud. Stock up on flash lights, flares and spare tires. Inform family members and friends where you are, how long you'll be there and check in with them throughout your trip.

2: Any booze consumed must not be followed by driving. It doesn't matter if you've had a sip. In the world of horror movies, you will hit someone. You'll either have to cover up your crime so you won't get caught will booze on your breath. Or you'll fess up but know an angry family member will throw on a mask and hunt you down.

1: If you have sex on Halloween, make sure the person you are having sex with is your partner or someone you know well. Sex with a stranger can lead to waking up in a tub with your kidneys gone. If you have sex with your BFF's significant other, anticipate a murderous rage. Their actions will be on par with the angry people on Cheaters who throw axes instead of fists.

Happy Halloween! And don't forget the candy.

Nicki R. is a Southern girl living in the big city of Chicago. She loves quiet evenings a home watching horror films with her dogs Jezebelle and Zombie. Check out her blog, Hey, Look Behind You!