I am 14 and a rapid reader. I am looking for a new book/series to read. Does anyone have any suggestions?
2006-08-17 09:58:01 · 17 answers · asked by DramaKid2010 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
Have you read Twilight by Stephenie Meyer? It is a great book, and the first in the series. It's sequel, New Moon, will be published this month...so you wouldn't have a long wait to read the next book.
The Uglies trilogy by Scott Westerfeld is also great. The books are: Uglies, Pretties, and Specials.
The Goose Girl by Shannon Hale is good too. And there are two parallel/companion novels in the series.
I love Sarah Dessen. She's a great author. My favorite happens to be The Truth About Forever, but all of them are great.
2006-08-17 10:05:44 · answer #1 · answered by laney_po 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you've never tried him, I'd recommend you start reading Stephen King's books. I started reading them around 13-14, and it opened my eyes to a whole new genre.
Or you can go for some classics. The Three Musketeers (unabridged) or The Count of Monte-Cristo (unabridged) will keep you busy for a while, and teach you about French history while being great fiction.
If you're up to something less serious, try the Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants series. And I had students your age who were really into Judy Blume. Not to mention the Gossip Girl series.
Happy reading!
2006-08-17 10:51:43 · answer #2 · answered by nellierslmm 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Run out and get the series(3 books) of the Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants. Have you read all the Harry Potter books? Also Chicken Soup books are really good(very inspirational). Happy Reading!!!
2006-08-17 10:08:32 · answer #3 · answered by PROUDJEW 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
R.A. Salvatore's The Hunter's Blade Trilogy e book I The Thousand Orcs e book II The Lone Drow e book III 2 Swords Christopher Rowley's Bazil Broketail A Sword for a Dragon Dragons of conflict (This dragon sequence interior reason great)
2016-11-05 01:07:08 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
same situation for me(14 and fast)...I like fantasy and horror books, so here are a few suggestions:
The Warriors series, by Erin Hunter
Harry Potter, by JK Rowling(best fantasy in my opinion)
Lord of the Rings by JRR Tolkien
The Inheritance Trilogy, by Christopher Paolini
Watchers, by Dean Koontz(best horror:really really good)
Lightning, by Dean Koontz
Firestarter, by Stephen King(?)
The Mask,by Dean Koontz
Night Shift, by Stephen King(?)
Treasure Island, by Robert Louis Stevenson
How a Fly Walks Upside Down, by Martin Goldwyn(if you are a curious person)
Do Penguins Have Knees?(Again, for curious people)
Out of Eden, by Alan Burdick(for people interested in the environment, PS it isn't as religious even though it has an Eden reference in the title)
The DaVinci Code, by Dan Brown
Angels and Demons, by Dan Brown(In my opinion, slightly better than the DaVinci Code)
Most of these are pretty short reads that only take me a few hours to read, but if you like these and want more suggestions, you can e-mail me. My e-mail is the same as my name on here.
2006-08-17 10:32:12 · answer #5 · answered by ravenclaw125 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hi there. I'm the author of a new medieval fantasy series that you might like. The first episode's 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 is one you'll enjoy. I guarantee you, these characters will relieve your boredom--especially the young Irish lass who is the co-main character.
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..."
2006-08-17 10:45:18 · answer #6 · answered by FiveStarAuthor 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try reading a book called "Journey of Self Discovery" by Srila Prabhupada. This book is extremely insightful and philosophical, and I know you're only 14, but I'll bet you're up for a challenge, right?!
2006-08-17 10:27:19 · answer #7 · answered by UVRay 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anything my James Mitchener, like Centennial or Texas or Hawaii. Big (often over 1000 pages), tremendously well researched, with a very human story at the same time explaining history, and the roots of many current problems - like The Source, about Israel.
2006-08-17 10:05:37 · answer #8 · answered by Gungnir 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Putting aside all the hype around it, how about the Da Vinci Code (Dan Brown) it was recommended to me and I was reluctant, but am thoroughly enjoying it. It is an easy read, not at all hard-going and a sort of a thriller. Give it a go!
2006-08-17 10:36:44 · answer #9 · answered by Rosie Z 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Re read Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island. Best book I read at your age.
2006-08-17 10:12:59 · answer #10 · answered by shaman 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋