Over the ence

NAME: Brett Williams AGE: 29 CITY: Benton

When space allows, the Tri-Lakes Edition features a resident from the area to help readers get to know their neighbors. To suggest someone to run in this feature, email tlnews@arkansasonline.com.

What is your occupation?

Teen librarian at the Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library in Benton

Would you rather be a jack-of-all-trades or a master of one?

Definitely a jack-of-all-trades

Would you rather explore a new planet, or the deepest parts of the ocean?

A new planet (fewer sharks, probably)

Is there anything or anyone that you’re a fan of that you’re ashamed to admit?

I think anyone who knows me would agree that I’m pretty unashamed about my fandomness (if that’s a word).

What do you do to unwind?

Read (of course!), play video games and listen to podcasts

What fad do you wish would come back?

I think most fads end because they aren’t great to begin with. Having said that … Pogs, I guess?

What was your favorite food as a kid?

Then and now: homemade schnitzel

If you could choose your last words, what would they be?

“I buried so much treasure at … ” (and then I die)

Where is your favorite place to vacation in Arkansas?

Eureka Springs

What animal best represents you and why?

A ferret — they’re full of energy and are friends with everyone.

What is your favorite smell?

That summer smell of cut grass and barbecue grills … or homemade schnitzel

If you could instantly learn a specific new instrument or language, which would you choose?

I’d want to be a sax man!

What’s your favorite outdoor festival or event to go to?

Fishing and floating, anywhere

Do you prefer zombies or aliens?

Zombies