I have read all of Tolken, Robert Jordan, Tad Williams, and even the Harry Potter series, and much to my dismay I liked it! Would you suggest a new author to read and why?
2006-10-08 20:16:01 · 7 answers · asked by Too Cool For Me 4 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
May I suggest "Ringworld" by Larry Niven. It's great fun -- a little more science fictiony than fantasy, but great fun and lots of adventure. Of all the authors I've ever read, Niven is the kindest to his readers, and always provides a thrill. There are other books in the series, but each one is a pretty complete adventure
Then there's Phillip Jose Farmer, who's "Riverworld" series will keep you reading for weeks. (And don't forget "Venus on a Half-Shell by 'Kilgore Trout' aka Farmer (licensed from Vonnegut) -- it will keep you laughing for weeks. Unfortunately, it is only one book.)
If you can handle Tolkien, Jordan and Williams, I think you'll enjoy Niven, Farmer, and when you're into it, Phillip K. Dick.
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2006-10-08 20:45:28 · answer #1 · answered by Boomer Wisdom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The first author I would suggest would be David Eddings, particularly his Belgariad and Malloreon series (10 books in total plus 2 prequels).
Next would be anything be Terry Pratchett, I just love everything he has ever written. I have just finished his new book Wintersmith and as usual it was great!
Next is Garth Nix, especially the Old Kingdom Trilogy. His books are supposedly for children/young adults, but really suitable for everyone.
The Wind on Fire Trilogy by William Nicholson is also quite good. Again children's books that are great for everyone.
Last would be David Gemmell, not sure if he has written an epic series but all of his books that I have read have been very good.
2006-10-08 23:29:08 · answer #2 · answered by Rosalind 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suggest you two Trilogies.
The Space Trilogy by C.S.Lewis (Out of the Silent Planet, Perelandra, That Hideous Strength)
His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman (Northern Lights or The Golden Compass, The Subtle Knife, The Amber Spyglass)
Read C.S.Lewis first because the later criticizes the former constructively with powerful mythical invention.
2006-10-08 21:17:51 · answer #3 · answered by Sohed 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried Stephen King's Dark Tower Series? He has even included some crossovers from some of his other books of other styles into this epic. Very interesting if you ask me. It'll make you read more about the Universe he's created while giving you some variety.
2006-10-08 20:21:31 · answer #4 · answered by crackerboy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check out Lloyd Alexander's "The Book of Three" series. It's a great fantasy series based on Welsh mythology.
2006-10-09 03:00:44 · answer #5 · answered by BlueManticore 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-10-09 00:26:53 · answer #6 · answered by FiveStarAuthor 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YOu should try J.R.R. Tolkien's Lord of The Rings. The books ensure complete entertainment... they're a real cool series of classics
Tip: try and get your hands on all three parts together
If u like HP you're sure to like these too :-)
2006-10-08 20:21:24 · answer #7 · answered by nauts 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋