the Dog's Tails are a lovely little event...a small room, no real need for the microphone (though there is one) and a comfy chair. a side table for one's glass of wine and pile of books...I enjoyed the reading last night more than the other events I've done, just from a not-stressing-out point of view. why, there was even a little banter! I'll be back to see the other readers on future Tuesday nights.

a bit disappointed today that The Slap didn't get onto the Booker shortlist. I know Carey is wonderful (and practically from Melbourne), but wouldn't it have been great if such a Melbourne book got a global prize like that?

and this is where I'll be on on Monday, 8 November at 6.30 pm. note the use of "Melways" with an S in their web site listing:

Altona North Community Library
Corner Millers and McArthurs Roads
Altona North, 3025
Telephone: 9932 2303
Fax: 9932 2316

OPENING HOURS
Monday to Thursday, 9.30am – 8.00pm
Friday, 9.30am - 6.00pm
Saturday, 10.00am – 4.00pm
Sunday, 2.00pm - 5.00pm

Melways: Map 55 A2