Either fiction or non-fiction - I'll read anything! Thanks.
2006-07-15 10:52:16 · 24 answers · asked by a a 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
Love James Patterson, Carl Hiaason, Tim Dorsey. My new favorite is Eric Dezenhall - SO smart and funny. Reading Dezenhall is like watching a great stand-up comic - the lines come at you so fast that it's fun to try to keep up.
2006-07-16 05:22:10 · answer #1 · answered by mach090 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't read many non-fiction books but a couple good ones are "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith and "Night" by Ellie Weisel.
As far as fiction goes, I liked "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" by Stephen Chbosky, "The Last Ride" renamed "The Missing" by Thomas Eidson (much better than the movie), "The Clan of the Cave Bear" series by Jean M. Auel (I've never seen the movie, but was tempted by the book), "Girl with a Pearl" by Tracy Chevalier, and if you want a heavy read with something to think about try "Atlas Shrugged" by Ayn Rand. Some people are obsessed with Ayn Rand's work, but I like the view she presents, minus the extremities.
2006-07-15 22:06:07 · answer #2 · answered by sick_of_att 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YA fiction
Twilight by Stephenie Meyer
Uglies by Scott Westerfeld
Pretties by Scott Westerfeld
Specials by Scott Westerfeld
The Truth About Forever by Sarah Dessen
Looking For Alaska by John Green
Nonfiction (YA)
The Girl With The White Flag by Tamika Higa
Dear Miss Breed by Joanne Oppenheim
The Life & Death of Adolf Hitler by James Cross Giblin
The Cage by Ruth Minsky Sender
2006-07-15 18:03:14 · answer #3 · answered by laney_po 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Midnight's Children by Salman Rushdie. It's funny, satiric, suspenseful, heart-warming, tragical, complex, simple, realistic (well, magic realism), historically interesting, thick, and a fast read. I promise. It's about children born at midnight on the first day of India's independence from Great Britain, and a case of mistaken identity (infants switched at birth). Crazy, but sublime too in its own way. And informative on the side.
I think it's one of the best novels of the 20th century, maybe THE best. It was named the best Booker Prizer winner of the first 25 years of Booker prizes. It's better than Satanic Verses, and didn't even get Rushdie put on the jihadists' hit list!
One of the best American novels written in this vein is John Irving's Prayer for Owen Meany. It's more sentimental, less historically interesting, and not quite so subtle or satiric. But fun.
Oh, go ahead. Read 'em both.
2006-07-15 20:08:09 · answer #4 · answered by bfrank 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi there. I'm the author of a new medieval fantasy book that you might like. The title is THE BLACKGLOOM BOUNTY. It's 445 pages of action, adventure, magic, mystery and mayhem. If you like Conan, LOTR or Harry Potter type books, this may be one you'll enjoy.
Good luck, whatever you decide to read!
Jon F. Baxley (Author, Editor, Ghostwriter and Proofreader)
THE SCYTHIAN STONE (eBook only)
THE BLACKGLOOM BOUNTY (eBook and hard cover)
THE REGENTS OF RHUM (coming fall '07)
Major Media Reviews:
Publishers Weekly
STARRED Review. A fast pace, sly humor, amusing dialogue and a richly researched background lift Baxley's fantasy, the first of a new series set in medieval Britain. When Merlin's long-ago apprentice Kruzurk Makshare (aka the Boozer) receives a dreamlike visitation from the legendary mage, he learns he must destroy another former apprentice, the villainous Seed of Cerberus. To do so will require a visit to the demon-guarded Blackgloom Keep. Enter young Daynin McKinnon, who discovers a curious rune-covered headstone, which may be the fabled Blackgloom Bounty, and brings it to Kruz's attention. Kruz believes it will provide entry into the fortress, while Daynin hopes the sale of the stone will restore his family's fortunes. The colorful cast of good guys and ne'er-do-wells includes the Pictish ghost of Brude McAlpin liberated from his tomb, assorted pursuing Caledonians and a bemused Prior Bede, whose monastery serves as a hiding place for the Blackgloom Bounty. Suitable for fantasy enthusiasts of all ages.
Library Journal
"This series opener...is a good choice for fans of epic-style sagas and Scottish history."
Harriet Klausner, Amazon's #1 Ranked Reviewer!
"This terrific medieval fantasy...will elate readers for its fast-paced, action-thrilled story line starring a strong cast."
Nancy McCulloch, PRWEB Article, March 20, 2006
"Two thumbs up for a colorful cast of characters, nonstop, rapid-fire action and compelling storyline!"
Fantasybookspot.com Review by Tyler, Febuary 2006
"Taking place in Medieval Scotland, this tale of magic, adventure and love really captured my attention..."
2006-07-15 19:58:52 · answer #5 · answered by FiveStarAuthor 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
P.G. Wodehouse is good to read, especially if you like light comic material. Sometimes, though, you will find yourself laughing out loud.
Sir Walter Scott is good if you have the patience to get through a lengthy book. He used the English language beautifully.
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's "Sherlock Holmes" stories are fun.
Make sure to add Mark Twain and O. Henry to your list!
2006-07-15 20:09:33 · answer #6 · answered by kcchaplain 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
James Patterson is a good. John Grisham too. And James Lee Burke. Carl Hiaasen was my favorite for humor. All fiction. m
2006-07-15 19:23:00 · answer #7 · answered by Mache 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends on the type of material you're talking about, but the book i recommend is: author, Tyler Perry's Don't make a black woman take her earrings off. Very good book and fullofwisdom, and laughs. So i hope you'll try to look it up, another good book is the BIBLE. Hope you enjoy both i did.
2006-07-15 18:03:41 · answer #8 · answered by Sherry M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Alchemist, In Watermelon Sugar, The Beach, & The Devil in the White City.
2006-07-15 18:04:30 · answer #9 · answered by The Wunder 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Rum Diary, Catcher in the Rye, or how about anything by Chuck Palahniuk
2006-07-16 19:55:15 · answer #10 · answered by Josh G 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋