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Post by Dullahan on Jan 31, 2011 21:32:52 GMT -5
I like reading. I need more books. So, I figured, why not ask you guys to reccomend me some stuff you've enjoyed. Here's an idea what I'm looking for.
Horror and Fantasy, plus some LIGHT Science Fiction.
When it comes to Science Fiction, I'd prefer to stay on the Star Wars side of things, where the science isn't neccesarily the main focus of the story. I no like reality mixed in with my fiction.
Alternate history's always nice to.
As for specific authors I've enjoyed....
Terry Brooks, so far I'm liking this guy. Sword of Shannarah is fairly derivitive, I'll happily admit, but there's a fair amount of originality thrown in to.
Stephen King, the current King of Horror, in my opinion.
Dean Koontz, usually. He can be rather...predictable when he wants to be. And what's with his obsession with dogs? I love Goldens to, but come on.
Lovecraft....as long as he doesn't write dialogue. And keeps away from other races as much as possible, cause both are recipes for trouble with him.
Toll of the Hounds I enjoyed to.
Major fan of Harry Turtledove, especially his Crosstime Travels series. That stuff is great. Ok, so he's repetitive when it comes to information. I'd rather read him than Clancy any day of the week.
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Post by WildKnight on Jan 31, 2011 21:36:19 GMT -5
The new Star Wars series, Fate of the Jedi, is pretty enjoyable, but if you didn't read the previous few series' (New Jedi Order forward) you'll probably be lost about whats going on. If you haven't read them, definitely get your hands on Timothy Zahn's Thrawn Trilogy, the best Star Wars novels ever.
Since you mention King, I have to assume you've read The Talisman and Black House, two of my favorites by him.
You might try Robert Heinlein. He's one of my favorite Science Fiction authors and believe me, if I can follow the science, anyone can. I've never read them, but a lot of people seem to like Orson Scott Card's Ender books.
*thinks*...
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Post by Dullahan on Jan 31, 2011 21:44:30 GMT -5
Hmmm.....Star Wars....will do.
Actually, I haven't. I've been MEANING to, but never quite got around to it. My favorite of his, toss up between Pet Semetary, Dead Zone, and Cujo(THAT freakin' book should not be read by anyone with a big dog, it just shouldn't), or the Stand, plus On Writing.
Heinlein....I know that name, what were his books called?
Card I've heard of to, but no idea what his books are like. Might have to check him out.
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Post by WildKnight on Jan 31, 2011 21:54:40 GMT -5
Oh, well if you're that limited in your King readings... check out Hearts in Atlantis and the Dark Tower series in addition to the stuff I just listed. It's all part of of King's mythos.
Heinlein wrote a ton of old school sci-fi, but it was Starship Troopers that really made him a favorite of mine (the book is vastly different from the movie).
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Post by browwiw on Jan 31, 2011 21:59:33 GMT -5
If you want a superhero comics inspired book that is original and actually pretty damn good, check out "Soon I Will Be Invincible" by Austin Grossman. Good stuff.
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Post by Dullahan on Jan 31, 2011 22:01:46 GMT -5
Oh, well if you're that limited in your King readings... check out Hearts in Atlantis and the Dark Tower series in addition to the stuff I just listed. It's all part of of King's mythos. Heinlein wrote a ton of old school sci-fi, but it was Starship Troopers that really made him a favorite of mine (the book is vastly different from the movie). I wouldn't say I'm limited. I've read the Gunslinger(thought it was sorta meh, but good overall), the Drawing of the Three(THAT one was awesome), and the Wasteland, plus part of 4(mostly the stuff involving the train). I'll definately have to check him out then. |
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Post by Dullahan on Jan 31, 2011 22:02:26 GMT -5
If you want a superhero comics inspired book that is original and actually pretty damn good, check out "Soon I Will Be Invincible" by Austin Grossman. Good stuff. Might be worth checking out, yeah, sounds good. |
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Post by Silentking Alpha on Jan 31, 2011 22:28:55 GMT -5
Read Insomnia, Thinner, Desperation, and Misery. I actually recommend Desperation and Misery over Thinner. Thinner was good, but enjoyed the latter two better. I haven't actually finished Insomnia yet. But it is so good so far that I want to play as Ralph in your Super Champions game. Don't expect a CAD coming yet as I want to get through a Kratos thread first. But yeah. Stephen King is one of my favorite authors. It is too bad that I had to return IT before I could finish though... what books would you recommend me? Other than the Dark Towers series. I already got some recommendations for that.
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Post by Dullahan on Jan 31, 2011 22:33:15 GMT -5
GAH! Desperation, how could I forget that one? Misery? Gol dang it.
Hmmm....Well, his anthologies are always good, definately worth it. Nightmares and Dreamscapes, Night Shift, 4 Seasons, and Everything's Eventual are all awesome.
When it comes to novels, Salem's Lot, Needful Things, Bag of Bones and Duma Key are all good. One bit of warning there, Bag of Bones and Duma Key are VERY similar, just a heads up.
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Post by browwiw on Jan 31, 2011 22:35:54 GMT -5
I know this sounds weird, but I really enjoy King's post-getting-hit-by-a-van fiction a lot more. Near death experiences really enhance a writer.
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Post by Dullahan on Jan 31, 2011 22:38:23 GMT -5
Considering that was years ago, not weird at all. I don't know I totally agree, as Salem's Lot was downright creepy. But yeah, he's definately gotten better over the years.
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Post by WildKnight on Jan 31, 2011 22:43:23 GMT -5
I know this sounds weird, but I really enjoy King's post-getting-hit-by-a-van fiction a lot more. Near death experiences really enhance a writer. Meh. He wrote Gerald's Game after the van thing. That book sucked. Ergo, I have to disagree. |
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Post by browwiw on Jan 31, 2011 22:44:48 GMT -5
Well, they all can't be gems. It's a probability thing. On the balance, though, my point stands.
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Post by Dullahan on Jan 31, 2011 22:46:13 GMT -5
I know this sounds weird, but I really enjoy King's post-getting-hit-by-a-van fiction a lot more. Near death experiences really enhance a writer. Meh. He wrote Gerald's Game after the van thing. That book sucked. Ergo, I have to disagree. Haven't got the chance to read that, never seemed like the kind of thing I'd enjoy anyway. |
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Post by Beacon on Feb 1, 2011 14:03:44 GMT -5
If you want a superhero comics inspired book that is original and actually pretty damn good, check out "Soon I Will Be Invincible" by Austin Grossman. Good stuff. Weird, that’s what I’m reading right now. It’s been pretty good so far. I’m feeling guilty about letting it sit on my “to read” pile for so long. Usually I read a lot of quirky fantasy (especially Terry Pratchett or Neil Gaiman) though I read a little bit of everything (especially if I can get an audio download from my library’s web site). In the past month I’ve finished the second Queen & Country novel, started SIWbI, and listened to Beat the Reaper, Street Gang: The Complete History of Sesame Street, 7th Son: Descent, Fables: Peter & Max, and Earth: the Book. In the past year I’ve read/listened to everything from the Percy Jackson series to Dracula to Freakonomics. Yeah, I have eclectic tastes. |
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