Australian native Daniel O'Malley has written a book that slithered right up onto my favorites list--and that list isn't terribly long.

Kent District Library, Grand Rapids Public Library and

My new favorite movies are "Salmon Fishing in the Yemen" and "The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel."  They are both British (I admit to a weakness for Brit Flicks) and are both quirky and tart/sweet.

October's movie is The best exotic marigold hotel (rated PG13). It will be shown in the Carnegie McIntyre Room