I am going to go to the store and bye a couple of books today. Can anyone tell me some good books to read.
2006-07-20 05:53:40 · 32 answers · asked by Ashley Y 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
I read everything from Hunter S Thompson to dean Koontz to J K rowling . I just don't really like romance novels. Other then that suggest any
2006-07-20 06:06:05 · update #1
I recommend Ender's Game or Ender's Shadow by Orson Scott Card. I love everything he writes. Another book by Card I'd recommend is Pastwatch: The Redemption of Christopher Columbus...also The Worthing Saga (also by Card) is good.
2006-07-20 07:17:52 · answer #1 · answered by laney_po 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Koontz Odd Thomas, Forever Odd, By the light of the moon
Tolkien The lord of the rings
stephen King The Stand, The Dark Tower Series, Bag of Bones, rose Madder, Doleres Clairborne, Carrie
Steven oliverz The Elder Staves
Christopher Pauloni Eragon, Eldest
2006-07-22 20:18:14 · answer #2 · answered by radiology 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really depends on what you like. I would suggest stepping away from the beaten path and going for a genre outside of your normal preference. I used to only read fantasy novels, and furthermore only ones with a guarantee of a happy ending. I now realize how limiting that sort of thing can be. That can be pleasing for a while, but as Kafka said, "a book should serve as the axe for the frozen sea within us." With that I mind, I would suggest as a beginning:
-Lolita
-Pale Fire
-One Hundred Years of Solitude
-The Cherry Orchard
-Emerson's essays
-Walden
2006-07-20 20:17:33 · answer #3 · answered by Snickles 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some of my Favorites:
The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand
Interview with a Vampire by Ann Rice
The Bourne Identity by Robert Ludlum
Jurrasic Park by Micheal Crichton
The House of God by Samuel Shem
2006-07-20 06:49:58 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West
Tess of the D'Urbervilles
She's Come Undone
Cold Mountain
Jane Eyre
Wuthering Heights
1984
Catcher in the Rye
2006-07-20 06:24:14 · answer #5 · answered by Jes 2 · 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..."
2006-07-20 06:43:19 · answer #6 · answered by FiveStarAuthor 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Roadless Travelled, by M. Scott Peck
Five People You Meet in Heaven
My Life--Bill Clinton
2006-07-20 06:00:41 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hour of the Hunter-- J.A. Jance
Black Cherry Blues - James Lee Burke
2006-07-20 05:58:03 · answer #8 · answered by wolfsong328 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you liked Rowling, you'll love Chronicles of Narnia, King Fortis the Brave and Eragon.
2006-07-20 10:08:02 · answer #9 · answered by Caveman 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Rule of Four by Ian Caldwell & Dustin Thomason
2006-07-20 05:55:57 · answer #10 · answered by snvffy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋