Nazzareno Perrotta, 70, original from Celano, died yesterday. In British Columbia he started a road construction company, and was also active as a TV journalist in Prince George. Great sorrow in Celano, Prince George and Vancouver, where Nazzareno, dear to everybody for his generosity, fairness and easy way, will be deeply missed.

John Fante is growing in the appreciation of readers, in France and Italy he is fast becoming a cult author. One of the best websites on the writer and his works is www.johnfante.it, created by a young man from Fano, Lorenzo Bolognini. With minimal graphics and great content, the site offers a rich menu: biography, bibliography, movies, photos, links, newsgroups and associations etc .

Of the four children of John Fante (1909-1983) only Dan followed in his father's steps. Two of his novels were translated into Italian and published by Marcos y Marcos: «Angeli a pezzi» (Chump change), with a recollection of John Fante's last days, and «Agganci» (Mooch) where hero Bruno Dante meets a young drug-addict Mexican girl. Dan Fante's official website is www.danfante.com.