What are some good books?

8/20/2009 11:40:17 PM	What are some good books?
sandi82 Branson, MO 35, joined Aug. 2008	I like Dean Koontz, Robert McCammon, and fantasy like the dragon lance series. I like lots of books. What are some of the books and authors I should try next. I read alot so please give me lots of ideas. Thanks Meet singles at DateHookup.dating, we're 100% free! Join now!
8/21/2009 1:00:13 AM	What are some good books?
whocifer Pleasant View, TN 29, joined Jul. 2009	Fight Club by Chuck Palahniuck (or however that dude's last name is spelled). I've heard the rest of his books are great as well. You should also check out Ted Dekker and Frank Peretti. Both are great writers and they actually co-wrote a book called House. It's one of the best suspenseful/creepy books I've ever read. Also,The Phantom Tollbooth. It's a children's book but it's amazing.
8/22/2009 10:21:54 PM	What are some good books?
bebummin Columbia, MD 58, joined Jun. 2009	Non fiction and newly published titled Wesly The Owl by s. O'Brian. There are pics of this 19 year freindship between bird and owner. She is a biologist, but Wesley is her guy. There is one smooch photo you gotta see. Cute and worth a thousand words. I liked the story. Not a bummer sad saga like most animal stories! A
8/23/2009 12:23:23 AM	What are some good books?
arthur1974 Willard, MO 43, joined Jul. 2009	Satan: His Psychotherapy and Cure By The Unfortunate Dr. Kassler,J.S.P.S. By Jeremy Leven Get on your hands and knees, crawl to the nearest book store and buy this book.
8/23/2009 12:24:54 AM	What are some good books?
nanigrad Laurel, MS 55, joined Aug. 2009	I loved "The Shack" regardless of the shock I had while reading it. It will definitely stretch what and how you think of things. It is definitely worth reading, but don't quit when it begins describing God differently than you thought of Him. Remember, it is a work of fiction, unless you dare to stretch your imagination and you really believe God can be anything He chooses to be. "The Missing Piece Meets the Big O" is another great book! It has lots of pages (more than 100) with big drawings and few words, but it says a lot! [Edited 8/23/2009 12:27:41 AM ]
8/25/2009 2:46:10 PM	What are some good books?
alicekathleen Sacramento, CA 72, joined May. 2008	Isaac Babel, "Red Calvary". Jewish guy who joined the Reds during the Civil War in Russia in 1920's. I am fascinated by the time, the events, and his writing.
8/26/2009 12:37:10 AM	What are some good books?
chris_vw Stamford, NY 40, joined Aug. 2009	Quote from sandi82: I like Dean Koontz, Robert McCammon, and fantasy like the dragon lance series. I like lots of books. What are some of the books and authors I should try next. I read alot so please give me lots of ideas. Thanks I would HIGHLY reccommend the Wheel of Time series by Robert Jordan. It is currently up to 11 books, with 3 more on the way (Jordan has died but has hand picked someone to finish the last 3 based on his notes). Lots of magic, fighting, intrigue. I have re-read them all more than once. My favorite series by far. You could also try the Ledgend of Drizzt series by R. A. Salvatore. More good fantasy there based on the Forgotten Realms of D&D. About 12 books in that one. [Edited 8/26/2009 12:38:23 AM ]
8/26/2009 7:43:17 AM	What are some good books?
alrose West Point, GA 68, joined Jan. 2008	Iris Johanason is a good Southern mystery writer John Patterson Swimsuit was good Stephen J. Cannell At First Sight Karin Slaugter Fractured Gayden Metcalfe & Charlotte Hayes Being Dead Is No Excuse Somebody is going die if Lilly Beth doesn't catch that bouquet I also read a lots and will go from biography, history, humor, mystery, and love medical mystery. Southern writers. I like to read the book before I see the movie!
8/27/2009 10:01:29 AM	What are some good books?
dieseldawg73 Denton, MD 36, joined Jul. 2009	Just finished A Farewell To Arms again, For Whome The Bell Tolls Alaska, Chesapeake Fortunate Son was excellent
10/2/2009 9:48:20 PM	What are some good books?
hiker42 Colorado Springs, CO 64, joined Jan. 2008	The Alexandria Link by Steve Berry This guy reminds me of Dan Brown
10/11/2009 7:12:30 AM	What are some good books?
middy63 Tell City, IN 54, joined Jul. 2009	I recommend these: In the Land Of Second Chances by George Shaffner One Part Angel by George Shaffner (his sequal to the above book) The Arithmetic of Life and Death by George Shaffner (I'd say anything by him, but I've only read the above three For fun: Manslations by Jeff Mac a book about what Men really think and how women misread them...humorous, but also spot on. And not in a mean way. Classic Choice: To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee I could go on and on, I read on average 2-3 books any given week and truly read about anything I can get my hands on, but these above are great choices for almost anyone.
11/24/2009 4:22:46 PM	What are some good books?
keepmelaffn Orange, CA 69, joined Oct. 2009	I've been reading Stuart Woods lately...his "Orchid" series. Janet Evanovich, Diane Mott Davidson and Carolyn Hart are always good choices. New author? Laura Benedict.
12/9/2009 11:06:03 PM	What are some good books?
northstarcastle Buffalo, NY 42, joined May. 2009	If you want a really inspiring book. Food for the heart , the collected teachings of Ajhan Chah is really good. Some of his views on things I don't quite agree with but most topics he explains he makes seem soo clear. The things he says are all common sense and You'll keep reading in astonishment that you never looked at it that way before. Things you should know about how you're mind works but don't. [Edited 12/9/2009 11:10:58 PM ]
12/11/2009 10:35:01 PM	What are some good books?
luvnlifen40 Cedar Rapids, IA 54, joined Nov. 2009	You all have given my a lot to look for at the bookstore. Would love to work at the bookstore but then I'd give them my check every payday so that would not be good. I love Koontz, King, Evonovich-sp, Linda Howard, I go back and forth with fiction and non fiction have to try some of the non fiction you have mentioned. Love ..Sidney Sheldon strong females. Currently reading the Blind Side, the book, the movie was based on very good read, learning a lot about football.
12/16/2009 1:37:03 AM	What are some good books?
cookiedough132 Long Beach, CA 34, joined Dec. 2009	Anything by Oscar Wilde.
12/31/2009 12:54:53 AM	What are some good books?
mistadoright595 Meridian, MS 36, joined Apr. 2008	"Because of Grace" Its a series that I think you'd enjoy
1/3/2010 1:55:13 AM	What are some good books?
brooski Joppa, MD 26, joined Jan. 2010	The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexander Dumas. A story of jealousy, revenge, love, retribution, and hindsight. Excellent read and my personal favorite. Not for those who do not have time to spare unfortunately.
1/13/2010 1:52:42 AM	What are some good books?
rachelray09 Flomaton, AL 32, joined Jan. 2010	the ENTIRE twilight saga by Stephenie Meyer. Even if you are not a vampire fan...you will fall in love with these books. I mean, the farther you get in the books, you forget Edward is a vampire. Its such a wonderfully written saga.
1/13/2010 11:31:03 PM	What are some good books?
netstalker London, KY 55, joined Sep. 2008	My favorite book of all time is: Embracing the Heart, Engaging the Mind. It was written by Joseph R. Dunn PhD, and is available on Amazon. The link is below. CHECK IT OUT!!! http://www.amazon.com/Embracing-Heart-Engaging-Mind-Resilience/dp/0578011565/ref=cm_cr_pr_pb_t Here's an excerpt: People do not live to be two or three thousand-years-old, but their stories do. Stories bring us as close to immortality as we can experience in this life. Embracing the Heart, Engaging the Mind: Universal Stories of Resilience (with commentary) offers an array of 65 teaching or wisdom stories from around the world that have been passed down from generation to generation. The stories come from a variety of cultures and traditions including Rabbinical (Jewish), Sufi, Zen, and Christian. They come from Europe, the East, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas. Each story is followed by commentary which is mostly psychological in nature with some social and spiritual observations. A few of the stories have an historical basis and are modern; however, most are traditional and date back centuries. The “Introduction” begins, "In the beginning, before there were psychologists, consultants, and experts, there were stories." The theme of the book is developing psychological resilience, that is, not only surviving but thriving in spite of facing life obstacles. Some would refer to the theme as positive psychology. Psychological resilience deals with developing personal strengths rather than focusing upon psychological disorders.
1/22/2010 3:03:59 AM	What are some good books?
joaquin_stick Lexington, MI 64, joined May. 2009	Diaries of Anais Nin Gravity's Rainbow Thomas Pynchon
1/22/2010 10:35:57 PM	What are some good books?
oletafive Rattan, OK 70, joined Jun. 2007	I absolutely must agree with the previously mention book "The Shack." It is a must read for every man woman and child on the planet. Thought provoking? You Betcha. --=05=--
1/28/2010 7:15:55 PM	What are some good books?
veritas_08 Dallas, TX 36, joined Jan. 2010	Fantasy? Try American Gods by Gaiman. The gods of old (Odin, Osiris, Shiva) fight the new gods (Technology, Media, Drugs) for the soul of humankind. Also Age of Misrule by Chadbourn, a group of warriors fights the end of the world. Based on Celtic mythology. The Stranger by Max Frei kinda Alice in Wonderland. Someday I Will Be Invincible by Grossman. Comic book cliches remade to great effect. House of Leaves if you're a strong reader. Anything by Palahniuk if you've a very very dark sense of humor.
1/29/2010 1:23:54 PM	What are some good books?
sama_i_ama Denver, CO 37, joined Jan. 2010	for casual reading, id say amy tan, and jean auel. they are full of history, and good interesting stories, as well as other interesting information...
2/1/2010 3:29:11 AM	What are some good books?
nightowljc Arvada, CO 43, joined Jan. 2010	I'm with veritas, try American Gods by Neil Gaiman. Brave New World by Huxley is also good. Might I also suggest Watership Down? Don't let people tell you it's a kids book just because it's about rabbits.
2/6/2010 6:22:17 PM	What are some good books?
electricmermaid Sparks, NV 46, joined Dec. 2009	Dune by Frank Herbert! "If you walk without rhythm, you won't attract the worm." Paul Atreides
2/6/2010 6:33:02 PM	What are some good books?
delphynelilith Hemet, CA 43, joined Jan. 2010	Nightowljc: Thank you for recommending Watership Down. I was going to mention that one. It really is an amazing book. Shardik (by the same author) is also wonderful. Sad and wonderful I would also say the person should try the Gunslinger series by Stephen King. I had some trepidation about reading it, but after prodding by my sister I finally picked it up and did not regret it at all. Now I think I am going to eat some junk food. (And be irritated by a couple people for not keeping their word today.)
2/6/2010 6:35:29 PM	What are some good books?
delphynelilith Hemet, CA 43, joined Jan. 2010	Quote from nightowljc: I'm with veritas, try American Gods by Neil Gaiman. Brave New World by Huxley is also good. Might I also suggest Watership Down? Don't let people tell you it's a kids book just because it's about rabbits. Oh...Brave New World is also terrific. Along those lines I would say 1984 and Fahrenheit 451. Childhood's End by our beloved Clarke is a must read.
2/6/2010 9:42:40 PM	What are some good books?
gwendolyn2010 Springfield, MO 65, joined Jan. 2010	Mythago Woods; Lavondyss by Robert Holdstock The Doomsday Book by Connie Willis The Pern series by Anne McCaffrey.
2/7/2010 4:49:03 PM	What are some good books?
jamesbondjames Denver, CO 32, joined Nov. 2009	american gods by neil gaiman. really good. and i would also recommend the crying of lot 49 by pynchon if you're just getting started with him. prepares you for his harder works. [Edited 2/7/2010 4:50:04 PM ]
2/13/2010 8:15:30 PM	What are some good books?
tx_blu_eyz San Antonio, TX 50, joined Aug. 2009	anything by stephen king is good
3/7/2010 3:40:53 PM	What are some good books?
skimmilf5 Tracy, CA 44, joined Mar. 2010	I read My Dark Places. Now i'm reading Carl Hiaasen's Skinny Dip, so far pretty good.
3/10/2010 10:40:27 PM	What are some good books?
artanaxes Ottawa, OH 62, joined Nov. 2009	Really good ghost story with unusually good character development and growth... THE HEART-SHAPED BOX by Joe Hill. The Pendergast series by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child are all great reads. Personal favorite is STILL LIFE WITH CROWS
3/10/2010 10:42:35 PM	What are some good books?
artanaxes Ottawa, OH 62, joined Nov. 2009	Quote from delphynelilith: Nightowljc: Thank you for recommending Watership Down. I was going to mention that one. It really is an amazing book. Shardik (by the same author) is also wonderful. Sad and wonderful I would also say the person should try the Gunslinger series by Stephen King. I had some trepidation about reading it, but after prodding by my sister I finally picked it up and did not regret it at all. Now I think I am going to eat some junk food. (And be irritated by a couple people for not keeping their word today.) One of the few people I've seen that appreciuate what a deep thoughtful book SHARDIK is...
3/11/2010 5:54:39 AM	What are some good books?
keeyam Quinton, SK 56, joined Feb. 2010	'The Innocent Men' John Grimshaw, 'Sail' James Patterson 'The Bone Garden' Tess Gerriton are a few good books I have had the time to read so far.
3/12/2010 9:00:07 PM	What are some good books?
annamranna Bloomington, IL 62, joined Apr. 2008	'Water for Elephants' Sarah Gruen The author did her research into the post-Depression period and the subject of traveling circuses. The author's end notes state that many of the compelling anecdotes in the story were based upon real events, taken from the diaries and personal histories of old-time circus performers. I received this book as a gift.... I was a little skeptical.... it isn't a book I would normally pick up... but I like it...a lot.
3/20/2010 2:40:09 PM	What are some good books?
35thave_tbird Phoenix, AZ 54, joined Jan. 2009	try the game of thrones by george r. r. martin
4/2/2010 12:39:57 AM	What are some good books?
annamranna Bloomington, IL 62, joined Apr. 2008	i am a big fan of WWII novels.... I just started this one today...so far.... it's good. Fortunes of War: The Balkan Trilogy By Olivia Manning Introduction by Rachel Cusk The Balkan Trilogy is the story of a marriage and of a war, a vast, teeming, and complex masterpiece in which Olivia Manning brings the uncertainty and adventure of civilian existence under political and military siege to vibrant life. Manning's focus is not the battlefield but the café and kitchen, the bedroom and street, the fabric of the everyday world that has been irrevocably changed by war, yet remains unchanged. At the heart of the trilogy are newlyweds Guy and Harriet Pringle, who arrive in Bucharest—the so-called Paris of the East—in the fall of 1939, just weeks after the German invasion of Poland. Guy, an Englishman teaching at the university, is as wantonly gregarious as his wife is introverted, and Harriet is shocked to discover that she must share her adored husband with a wide circle of friends and acquaintances. Other surprises follow: Romania joins the Axis, and before long German soldiers overrun the capital. The Pringles flee south to Greece, part of a group of refugees made up of White Russians, journalists, con artists, and dignitaries. In Athens, however, the couple will face a new challenge of their own, as great in its way as the still-expanding theater of war.
8/27/2010 6:04:48 PM	What are some good books?
funnygirlxxx Sedro Woolley, WA 49, joined Nov. 2009	Read anything by Emore Leonard. He wrote Get Shorty and Be Cool, as well as 3:10 to Yuma. Also, The Glitter Dome, by Joseph Wambaugh. If you like the classics, try The Divine Comedy, by Dante. Topaz, by Leon Uris is also outstanding. Or King Rat, by James Clavell. Take your pic.
10/8/2010 2:23:17 AM	What are some good books?
rasputin_1 Arnold, MD 49, joined Jul. 2010	Fantasy is my favorite genre. I can give you a bunch of great author's names! Message me and let me know who you have read. I also enjoy, mystery, thriller and horror.
10/12/2010 12:22:46 AM	What are some good books?
april_the_1_2_c Richmond, VA 54, joined Sep. 2010	"Between Each Line of Pain and Glory" by Gladys Knight
10/24/2010 10:10:55 PM	What are some good books?
raili44 Golden, CO 33, joined Oct. 2010	I tend to like classic scifi such as Frank Herbert, Robert Heinlin, and Orson Scott Card. For a hilarious satirical work there is always Neil Gaiman's Good Omens. Anything by Chuck Palahniuk is great if you want your head messed with.
10/24/2010 11:23:47 PM	What are some good books?
livlaffluve Sulphur, LA 72, joined Jun. 2010	Read constantly as a child. Quit reading novels almost completely for years because I could sit and read all day and not do necessary housework. My daughter passed along Frank McCourt's "Angela's Ashes" a few years ago and I was hooked again; also his "'Tis" and "Teacher Man." His brother Malachy McCourt is good (and funny) - "A Monk Swimming", "My Him Song",others. Sad but read Dave Pelzer's books- "A Child Called It", about his childhood mistreatment by his mother and other books about his life. "A Confederancy of Dunces" - John Kennedy Toole. "Cane River", "Red River" - Lalita Tademy. "Grapes of Wrath" - John Steinbeck. So many books, so little time. One of the old "Twilight Zone" shows that I remember showed an apocalyptic ending with Burgess Meredith alone on the library steps realizing that now he could read to his heart's content- then his glasses drop and are broken.the end... [Edited 10/24/2010 11:25:56 PM ]
11/6/2010 9:53:00 AM	What are some good books?
loner1969 Lebanon, KY 48, joined Oct. 2008	All Quiet On The Western Front by Erich Maria Remarque . This bitter indictment against Prussian militarism and the soul shattering horror of the Great War makes it a timeless classic .
11/7/2010 11:26:46 PM	What are some good books?
adngloria Boca Raton, FL 52, joined Oct. 2010	Excellent choice. I read it twice. I recommend Crime and punishment by Fiodor Dovstoievsky
11/16/2010 4:17:37 PM	What are some good books?
begbear1952 Easley, SC 65, joined Jan. 2010	Quote from arthur1974: Satan: His Psychotherapy and Cure By The Unfortunate Dr. Kassler,J.S.P.S. By Jeremy Leven Get on your hands and knees, crawl to the nearest book store and buy this book. Can you share a little bit about this book? Is it creepy, funny, or what? I want to second American Gods, All Quiet on the Western Front, and Watership Down. Three very different books, but all great in their own way.
11/20/2010 2:27:35 AM	What are some good books?
loverofthesea Upper Lake, CA 68, joined Sep. 2010	I am one of those guilty people that read everything. I recommend Jeffery Archer - great story teller even if he is a stuffy Brit. I have to hit the used bookstore now that I'm semi-retired and even there they get a big smile when I walk in and exit with another bag of books.
11/28/2010 4:36:30 AM	What are some good books?
grayson101 Port Saint Lucie, FL 47, joined Feb. 2010	I'm so excited,I found a site with ppl.,who are intelligent and love to read...I'm already taking notes on some of the books. Hello, fellow readers, now if I could find a site about movies....
11/28/2010 3:07:53 PM	What are some good books?
livlaffluve Sulphur, LA 72, joined Jun. 2010	There are movie threads on here but no real discussions if that's what you're looking for. If you like old movies there's http://www.classiccinemaonline.com
11/28/2010 8:26:42 PM	What are some good books?
grayson101 Port Saint Lucie, FL 47, joined Feb. 2010	Thanks for link for movies,I like all kinds of movies....
2/4/2011 11:28:33 AM	What are some good books?
heatherness Cheney, WA 61, joined Mar. 2009	If anyone enjoys books about the American frontier/pioneers, I have a great trilogy for you by Conrad Richter. He is powerful, and captivating with his flowing prose. They are: The Trees, The Fields and the Town. The "Town" was so good, it won a Pulitzer Prize. Does anyone know of other great books on this subject?
2/5/2011 11:01:27 PM	What are some good books?
auroranative1 Aurora, IL 37, joined Dec. 2010	Neil Gaiman's American Gods Jean Genet's The Thief's Journal Mark Z. Danielewski's House Of Leaves Camden Joy's Lost Joy Thomas Wolfe's Look Homeward, Angel Adam Voith's Bridges With Spirit
2/6/2011 8:29:28 PM	What are some good books?
radientredhead2 Mammoth Spring, AR 60, joined Jan. 2011	The Sisterhood Series by Fern Michaels......FANTASTIC!!!!!....there will be a total of 20 books.....right now there are 19 on the market.....They are about a group of female vigilantes
2/7/2011 12:01:18 AM	What are some good books?
redviolinnicole Maryville, TN 29, joined Jan. 2011	Terry Goodkind, Laurell K. Hamilton, Donna Boyd, Kelley Armstrong
5/17/2011 2:07:34 AM	What are some good books?
icuddle Salem, OR 65, joined Dec. 2009	Robert Aspirin, and Douglas Adams, are authors to consider.
5/17/2011 9:34:53 PM	What are some good books?
hobbymaster Howell, NJ 36, joined May. 2011	David Eddings is one of my favorites. The Belgariad/Mallorean especially are my favorites. J.K. Rowling with Harry Potter did a fantastic job linking the timeline and leaving no loopholes. I like the D&D books, the original Xanth novels... So many books, so little time... Terry Goodkind! Sword of truth was excellent. [Edited 5/17/2011 9:35:17 PM ]
5/21/2011 2:37:19 PM	What are some good books?
chantelcherry Indianapolis, IN 24, joined Apr. 2011	I'd definantly recommend The Hunger Games Trilogy...seriously dont pass it up for anything it is the best book that keeps you on your toes from action, romance, and so much more that you could aske for...absolutley amazing
5/22/2011 6:44:59 AM	What are some good books?
whays Payson, AZ 74, joined Nov. 2008	Suggest Donna Tartt's "A Secret History". Brillant.
6/8/2011 12:06:33 AM	What are some good books?
robfromnb New Bedford, MA 37, joined May. 2011	Do Androids Dream Of Electric Sheep - Philip K. D*ck This is the book that the movie Bladerunner was based off of. American Tabloid - James Elroy Fictional crime novel set in the 60's that starts with JFK's assassination, and closes shortly after Robert Kennedy's. Like many of Elroy's works it is a very gritty noir based loosely on actual events. Very good narrative great depictions and of and cameos by real people such as Jack Ruby and Lee Harvey Oswald. He uses extensive amounts of the slang from whatever time period he is writing about, so make sure to keep a slang dictionary handy if you aren't familier with some of the words or phrases. The Colorado Kid - Stephen King Very short, but very good. Mystery novel that focuses on what makes a good mystery rather than trying to solve it. Eaters Of The Dead (now retitled as "The 13th Warrior") - Micheal Crichton A retelling of Beowülf. Told as a first hand account seen through the eyes of an arabian holy man who is exiled after being caught sleeping with a wealthy merchant's wife. He comes across their company and is caught up into the events, reluctantly being forced to learn how to fight and kill in order to survive.
6/9/2011 3:19:31 AM	What are some good books?
afflicteddevil Menasha, WI 33, joined May. 2011	I would recommend the kushiel's series by jaquiline carey. Theres a little something in that for everyone.
6/15/2011 11:04:43 PM	What are some good books?
sukitien Birmingham, AL 31, joined May. 2011	John Saul is amazing if you like horror/sci-fi.

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