Anyone else have any booked they think are good? I accept Manga too...
Any Robert heinlein book...
...so good
...must read the all!
...so good
...must read the all!
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I'm currently working on Shogun by James Clavell, which is a historical fiction novel that takes place a couple of months before the famous Battle of Sekigahara. A very good read.
*Having a feeling that I'm going to get burned for my literature*
Fanfiction. XDD It fixes all the rage points from the real stories. Well... mostly anyway. Heh....
I prefer detective novels like Sherlock Holmes or the ones written by Agatha Christie.
Fanfiction. XDD It fixes all the rage points from the real stories. Well... mostly anyway. Heh....
I prefer detective novels like Sherlock Holmes or the ones written by Agatha Christie.
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ishtar said
*Having a feeling that I'm going to get burned for my literature* Fanfiction. XDD It fixes all the rage points from the real stories. Well... mostly anyway. Heh....I prefer detective novels like Sherlock Holmes or the ones written by Agatha Christie.
Nothing wrong with fanfic so long as its GOOD in my book. Hell I've been tempted to RP gears of War just to play around in that universe.
jennifer lost the war said
I'm currently working on Shogun by James Clavell, which is a historical fiction novel that takes place a couple of months before the famous Battle of Sekigahara. A very good read.
Sounds intrigueing. SO MANY BOOKS I MUST LOOK INTO! GAARGH!!
In other news, I'm about halfway now in Jacinto's Remnant. I really advise fans of the gears universe to read the Karen Traviss books. That lady knows how to WRITE!
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Its been a while since I've read anything good. I prefer young adult fiction. They are more entertaining. Tamora Pierce and Erin Hunter are the two authors I've read the most. I've read Spitfire, Grimmpow, The Forever King(awesome), The Fire Within(and all sequels). As you can see, I like magic and legends.
I have been known to pick up the occational Dragon Lance book. Last one I remember reading was the Kinslayer wars. I also steal my sisters romance books when I don't have anything to read. I started The Familiar Dragon, but I..... misplaced it.
As for manga, I stopped reading it a couple years ago because I read them all. Zombie Powder, Jing the Bandit, Alice 19, Eyeshield 21, Crimson Hero, Claymore, and quite a few others. My manga is more diverse than my novels.
I have been known to pick up the occational Dragon Lance book. Last one I remember reading was the Kinslayer wars. I also steal my sisters romance books when I don't have anything to read. I started The Familiar Dragon, but I..... misplaced it.
As for manga, I stopped reading it a couple years ago because I read them all. Zombie Powder, Jing the Bandit, Alice 19, Eyeshield 21, Crimson Hero, Claymore, and quite a few others. My manga is more diverse than my novels.
Scifi Authors:
Peter F Hamilton.
Michael Stackpole.
Aaron Allston.
Iain M Banks.
E.E.Doc Smith.
Dan Abnett
*and numerous others*
Fantasy Authors
Raymond E Feist
David Eddings
David Gemmell
Anne McCaffery
Janny Wurts
Brent Weeks
George R.R. Martin
etc etc
Peter F Hamilton.
Michael Stackpole.
Aaron Allston.
Iain M Banks.
E.E.Doc Smith.
Dan Abnett
*and numerous others*
Fantasy Authors
Raymond E Feist
David Eddings
David Gemmell
Anne McCaffery
Janny Wurts
Brent Weeks
George R.R. Martin
etc etc
I default to classics, like a total tool, but such is life.... Working on Holmes right now, which is actually pretty satisfying for me as a fan of the BBC show (there's a lot of in-jokes and wink-wink-nudge for readers in the show, like the blowdart midget in Sign of the Three).
For the more modern stuff, ASoIaF was great entertainment; my mother met Lee Child at a book signing and got a ladyboner, so now I'm supposed to read the Jack Reacher series -- could be a lot worse. I dug the whole 'Millennium Trilogy' (Girl With Dragon Tattoo).... what else..... honestly right now I'm very distracted by television and games. There's a lot of unread shit on my book-plate. Maybe when basketball season's over I'll get back to work.
For the more modern stuff, ASoIaF was great entertainment; my mother met Lee Child at a book signing and got a ladyboner, so now I'm supposed to read the Jack Reacher series -- could be a lot worse. I dug the whole 'Millennium Trilogy' (Girl With Dragon Tattoo).... what else..... honestly right now I'm very distracted by television and games. There's a lot of unread shit on my book-plate. Maybe when basketball season's over I'll get back to work.
i tend to read by authors myself, so my fantasy list mirrors kadaeux's considerably, with a couple of others.
Anne Bishop
Jennifer Fallon
Kate Forsyth
and a few more i cant remember without checking my bookshelf... which i cant do because im at work.
Anne Bishop
Jennifer Fallon
Kate Forsyth
and a few more i cant remember without checking my bookshelf... which i cant do because im at work.
Fantasy Authors --
Brandon Sanderson (Elantris, Book of Radiance series, Warbreaker, Wheel of Time)
Neil Gaiman (American Gods, Anansi Boys, Neverwhere, Stardust, Good Omens, etc)
Jim C. Hines (Goblin Quest Trilogy)
Terry Pratchett (Diskworld Series)
Jim Butcher (Dresden Files Series)
Justin Somper (Vampirate Series)
Matthew Cook (Ballad of Kirin Widowmaker)
Garth Nix (Keys to the Kingdom Series, Seventh Tower Series, Shade's Children)
Philip Pullman (His Dark Materials series)
Christopher Paolini (Inheritance Series)
Katie McAllister (Aisling Grey Guardian novels, Silver Dragon novels, random other various standalones)
The above is just what I can remember off the top of my head and just in fantasy. There are other authors I enjoy from other genres and some I'm not sure how to place. I understand some of my reading materials may be geared to a younger audience, or even a very female crowd... but ya know, I don't care so much at times, so long as I can enjoy the read and it has a good story. :3
Brandon Sanderson (Elantris, Book of Radiance series, Warbreaker, Wheel of Time)
Neil Gaiman (American Gods, Anansi Boys, Neverwhere, Stardust, Good Omens, etc)
Jim C. Hines (Goblin Quest Trilogy)
Terry Pratchett (Diskworld Series)
Jim Butcher (Dresden Files Series)
Justin Somper (Vampirate Series)
Matthew Cook (Ballad of Kirin Widowmaker)
Garth Nix (Keys to the Kingdom Series, Seventh Tower Series, Shade's Children)
Philip Pullman (His Dark Materials series)
Christopher Paolini (Inheritance Series)
Katie McAllister (Aisling Grey Guardian novels, Silver Dragon novels, random other various standalones)
The above is just what I can remember off the top of my head and just in fantasy. There are other authors I enjoy from other genres and some I'm not sure how to place. I understand some of my reading materials may be geared to a younger audience, or even a very female crowd... but ya know, I don't care so much at times, so long as I can enjoy the read and it has a good story. :3
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Shurikai said
Claymore, and quite a few others. My manga is more diverse than my novels.
I tried Claymore but I just didn't like the style. Got as far as the 2nd volume before giving up. I can't even place a reason other than it just did not grab me sadly. Though I did like a few of the ideas.
Gat said
Kate Forsythand
This rings bells though I don't believe I've read any of her books.
Vortex said
One word.Love craft.
Love Craft...hmmm never heard of this one. Any good?
And Tempest, we need to build you an arcanium!
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And Tempest, we need to build you an arcanium!
Oh really now? :D
Love craft is the guy who created Cthulhu.
Nuff said.
Nuff said.
amusing you list sanderson or wheel of time temp but robert jordan.
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I tried Claymore but I just didn't like the style. Got as far as the 2nd volume before giving up. I can't even place a reason other than it just did not grab me sadly. Though I did like a few of the ideas.
I'm not surprised, Claymore was difficult for me to follow at first. Its pretty slow in the beginning, but as it gets going, the story gets more interesting. There is an anime version too, if you are in to that.
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I'm not surprised, Claymore was difficult for me to follow at first. Its pretty slow in the beginning, but as it gets going, the story gets more interesting. There is an anime version too, if you are in to that.
You almost say that with distain Shurikai. I do like anime but I don't really do much other than write, game and go out for strolls (odd me is odd lol). I tried the anime pilot but I think it's just the general style that isn't my type. I should probably give it another go to be fair. I still need to finish the series Moribito and then watch Sword of a Stranger.
As for books has anyone heard of the painted man?
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Its been a while since I've read anything good. I prefer young adult fiction. They are more entertaining. Tamora Pierce and Erin Hunter are the two authors I've read the most. I've read Spitfire, Grimmpow, The Forever King(awesome), The Fire Within(and all sequels).
Oh my gosh, I used to read a lot of Erin Hunter in middle school. The Warriors series was really addicting, but after a while a new book was coming out like every month, so I couldn't keep up. Is that series still going?
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You almost say that with distain Shurikai. I do like anime but I don't really do much other than write, game and go out for strolls (odd me is odd lol). I tried the anime pilot but I think it's just the general style that isn't my type. I should probably give it another go to be fair. I still need to finish the series Moribito and then watch Sword of a Stranger.As for books has anyone heard of the painted man?
I use to watch a lot of anime. Almost ruined my life. A hyperbole, but still.
My sister and I started Moribito, it was pretty good, one of the few she actually liked. She didn't like anime as much as I did. There was one that was soooo boring but interesting that I would watch it, but I can't remember what it was called. Think it started with an M too.. OH! Mushishi. Most boring anime I have ever seen.
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Oh my gosh, I used to read a lot of Erin Hunter in middle school. The Warriors series was really addicting, but after a while a new book was coming out like every month, so I couldn't keep up. Is that series still going?
I honestly I have no idea. I got to the Fourth Apprentice and that was the last one my library had. I started The Seekers(bears) but I didn't get the same connection. Maybe its because I love cats more. Either way, I heard she started one about dogs. I haven't read any of those. Not sure I plan on it either.
I keep up with a lot of media from light novels, books, manga, and anime. Recently, going back through time to search out old animes that I missed the first time around. Just finished Blue Gender and I recommend it if you want to see something similar to Attack on Titans.
Light Novels
The story is about a martial artist, think Avatar the Last Airbender or any old chinese movie, who is nearly killed. He is saved by a bunch of wizards and taken through a portal to their land. It is a classic western mythology vs eastern mythology. I enjoyed it because it was always fascinating to see him interact with the world and surprise everyone. He killed giants, nearly 20 feet tall, which can topple hundreds of men all by himself with his bare fists, something unheard of in western lore. He is also something of a tragic character. The novels are in korean so I was not able to finish them all.
The same genre as Dark Mage. A man who trained with beautiful women who eventually becomes very feminine in appearance. He gets transported into a different dimension(european fantasy land) where his martial abilities are unbelievable. Compared to dwarves, men, and elves who have to swing swords to kill each other. He can block and break swords with his fists. Flick drops of water as strong as bullets with his fingers. They also compared his speed to a wizard who has casted haste to himself, shocking people who watched him cause he used no incantations, they also don't sense any magic, making him a very mysterious and powerful entity in this world.
Books
A story about a dragon hatched from a egg and about 1000 years of his life. He is hunted by dwarves. Feared by humans. Grows large and huge. Very powerful. But for the first few hundred years of his life he is but a small dragon and can be killed by an angry mob of men and small wild animals. It's a very nice tale of him growing up and learning to live and survive. Also learns a few animal languages that lets him speak to birds and other creatures of nature. By growling and learning their body expressions. Something men cannot do. I always hate books with people riding large dragons(practically all fantasy). Finally a book where dragons eat people who attempt to do stupid things like ride them.
If you seen the movie the book is more dramatic in the ending.
The life of a boy who eventually caught the eye of an assassin. He is raised as an assassin from a very young age. His life is very interesting. Full of tricks and violence. I don't recommend the rest of the series for how dark it gets. First book is good though. Better than Assassin Creed video games that used to be good, but now is just being milked for money.
Manga
A portal gets open in the modern world to a fantasy world. Mythical creatures pour in to invade and get annihilated by machine guns. It's modern vs fantasy. The fantasy world people think guns are magic, helicopters are chariots, and the people right now in modern Japan possess powers stronger than Gods. It's does this nice fear play on both sides with Japan trying to decide whether they want to invade the Fantasy land. Like America did to the Indians.
Mech manga. World is destroyed by aliens. Main character is killed in the first few seconds. He wakes up and repeats the last 24 hrs of his life. He remembers everything. Trying to survive a little longer every time. Turning from a newbie to a monster that breathes and spews blood. Incredible difference. He writes his deaths on his hand to remember how many times he has died. Trying to survive impossible odds. Try 1,000,000,000 vs just him. I exaggerate, but the sense of impending death is overwhelming. Series can go anywhere, but already all the signs of being an epic story is there.
Anime
If you do not know this anime you have not watched anime. Greatest Space Opera Anime of All Time. Not disputed. Everyone agrees. 110 episodes. Only one flashback. Depth is very deep. Strategy is compelling. No one is stupid. You watch Death Note. You watched Code Geass. Everyone is Lelouch. Everyone is L or Light. It is about smart people against smart ppl trying to get the edge on each other in combat. Some ppl are better than others, but the result is amazing. Was made in 1980s or before so don't expect good graphics. Expect phenomenal story.
Light Novels
Player's get trapped in a game world. Overtime, they realize the game world has actually become a REAL fantasy world. A lot of interesting themes are explored here.
The story is about a martial artist, think Avatar the Last Airbender or any old chinese movie, who is nearly killed. He is saved by a bunch of wizards and taken through a portal to their land. It is a classic western mythology vs eastern mythology. I enjoyed it because it was always fascinating to see him interact with the world and surprise everyone. He killed giants, nearly 20 feet tall, which can topple hundreds of men all by himself with his bare fists, something unheard of in western lore. He is also something of a tragic character. The novels are in korean so I was not able to finish them all.
The same genre as Dark Mage. A man who trained with beautiful women who eventually becomes very feminine in appearance. He gets transported into a different dimension(european fantasy land) where his martial abilities are unbelievable. Compared to dwarves, men, and elves who have to swing swords to kill each other. He can block and break swords with his fists. Flick drops of water as strong as bullets with his fingers. They also compared his speed to a wizard who has casted haste to himself, shocking people who watched him cause he used no incantations, they also don't sense any magic, making him a very mysterious and powerful entity in this world.
Books
A story about a dragon hatched from a egg and about 1000 years of his life. He is hunted by dwarves. Feared by humans. Grows large and huge. Very powerful. But for the first few hundred years of his life he is but a small dragon and can be killed by an angry mob of men and small wild animals. It's a very nice tale of him growing up and learning to live and survive. Also learns a few animal languages that lets him speak to birds and other creatures of nature. By growling and learning their body expressions. Something men cannot do. I always hate books with people riding large dragons(practically all fantasy). Finally a book where dragons eat people who attempt to do stupid things like ride them.
If you seen the movie the book is more dramatic in the ending.
The life of a boy who eventually caught the eye of an assassin. He is raised as an assassin from a very young age. His life is very interesting. Full of tricks and violence. I don't recommend the rest of the series for how dark it gets. First book is good though. Better than Assassin Creed video games that used to be good, but now is just being milked for money.
Manga
A portal gets open in the modern world to a fantasy world. Mythical creatures pour in to invade and get annihilated by machine guns. It's modern vs fantasy. The fantasy world people think guns are magic, helicopters are chariots, and the people right now in modern Japan possess powers stronger than Gods. It's does this nice fear play on both sides with Japan trying to decide whether they want to invade the Fantasy land. Like America did to the Indians.
Mech manga. World is destroyed by aliens. Main character is killed in the first few seconds. He wakes up and repeats the last 24 hrs of his life. He remembers everything. Trying to survive a little longer every time. Turning from a newbie to a monster that breathes and spews blood. Incredible difference. He writes his deaths on his hand to remember how many times he has died. Trying to survive impossible odds. Try 1,000,000,000 vs just him. I exaggerate, but the sense of impending death is overwhelming. Series can go anywhere, but already all the signs of being an epic story is there.
Anime
If you do not know this anime you have not watched anime. Greatest Space Opera Anime of All Time. Not disputed. Everyone agrees. 110 episodes. Only one flashback. Depth is very deep. Strategy is compelling. No one is stupid. You watch Death Note. You watched Code Geass. Everyone is Lelouch. Everyone is L or Light. It is about smart people against smart ppl trying to get the edge on each other in combat. Some ppl are better than others, but the result is amazing. Was made in 1980s or before so don't expect good graphics. Expect phenomenal story.
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