Mandatory Credit: Photo by Anonymous/AP/Shutterstock (7325932a) British movie director Bryan Forbes, left, at the counter of his book store in Virginia Water, Surrey, England offers a copy of the latest novel "The Distance Laughter" to music star Elton John, at right, on . Forbes is dispensing some signed copies of his book on the first day of publication. Elton John is currently enjoying the popularity of his song "Rocket Man" at the top music charts. Man in background is unidentified Bryan Forbes book store, Virginia Water, United Kingdom England
