I like to read and am always looking for good books that others recommend. So I decided to start this topic because I have the feeling there are some well read folks that frequent this forum.
The last book I read was the memior "A heart breaking work of staggering genius" by Dave Eggers. I give it an A
Posted by Lou Gojira (Member # 983) on :
I seem to always have a book or two on the go...but here lately it seems like I'm slacking in finishing any of them.
The last book I actually finished, and this was a little while back, is Clive Barker's In the Flesh. I'm sorry if anybody here is a Clive Barker fan, but this guy is entirely too over-rated in my opinion. These short stories would start off with all kinds of potential, and then they'd just fall apart and fizzle out in the end.
Before that I read a book called The Funhouse by Owen West, and that one had the same problems. Started with all sorts of potential, had cool characters (though some were a little too stereotypical), but the end read like somebody was standing over Mr. West's shoulder, clearing their throat, and saying they needed the book to be finished yesterday.
Posted by LeDaemon (Member # 198) on :
I'm really terrible at finishing most anything I start. The last thing I was reading was "Hitler's Henchmen" by Guido Knopp.
My wife is my opposite. She usually reads a book a week and a variety of genres and authors. History, fantasy, science fiction, mystery, classic literature, etc. She's currently reading "Stalingrad" by Anthony Beevore.
Posted by Salvy_Mic (Member # 13384) on :
I just finished reading Excavation by James Rollins, and before that, I had read Map of Bones and Subterranean by the same guy. Currently reading Deep Fathom by Rollins. I dunno, I just like the way the dude writes for some reason, and this is funny considering the first book of his I owned, Map of Bones, I had found it on the ground at a parking garage at work. And if it counts, I've been reading the Rurouni Kenshin manga series by Nobuhiro Watsuki.
At the same time, I'm busy writing my own book, but I'm taking a little break just so I can refresh myself a bit. I'd been writing at breakneck speed for about a month after I'd been suffering from writer's block for years, but now, I know where I want to go and I'll keep plowing forward until I finish. Then I'll do the necessary editing and revising. Often times before, I'd find myself completely starting over after a certain spot and that's what kept me in such a creative impasse. Not this time. I think ultimately I'm actually writing for myself, but maybe if I get lucky and find someone willing to publish, who knows what may happen. That's my ultimate dream there, is to get this book (and hopefully, series) published at some point of my life.
Posted by mikeyagogo (Member # 22899) on :
I haven't read a lot of books lately just a lot of ART..TATTOO..GRAFFITI..HOT ROD AND KUSTOMS..SKATEBOARDING AND MUSIC magazines.
And I'm guilty of flipping through tabloids looking for feet!
Posted by Wing-Washer (Member # 3013) on :
Margery Kempe and Her World (for my history class)
Last book I enjoyed: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban - I'm not ashamed to admit it.
Posted by FootLongSub Zero (Member # 19380) on :
Hahahahahaha This is funny to me coz I don't read and I won't be participating in this thread except for this post here... It's hard enough for me to try to finish an entire news article let alone a book... I have no problem with reading in general, it's just my attention span is as wide as a shoe lace
Hmmmmm now let me think ... "WEST SIDE STORY" way back for school/english studies Posted by A&F_FootDude_05 (Member # 2999) on :
Footlong! Fellow non-reader *high-five* I had a feeling you would be with the attention span that doesn't let you get thru the long long posts!
Books are impossible for me to read, I feel like they're no longer relevant in the fast-paced world we live in.
Now that's to say that I think we still need to grasp knowledge out of books, but we need a way to do it that is still relevent with today's society,, and no, I'm not talking about ebooks!
Posted by You (Member # 2107) on :
quote:Originally posted by A&F_FootDude_05: I feel like they're no longer relevant in the fast-paced world we live in.
blasphemy!!!!
of mice and men by john steinbeck was the last
Posted by Ninja of the Foot Clan (Member # 25128) on :
i read spawn every month
Posted by footjoyboy (Member # 26478) on :
"Truman" by DAVID McCULLOCH
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Posted by Hal (Member # 3484) on :
Actually the latest Harry Potter.
Reading "Love all the People" at the moment...a collection of letters and lyrics by the genius comedian Bill Hicks.
-Hal-
Posted by Panic (Member # 21074) on :
I am going to finish today a leadership book called "It's called work for a reason" by Larry Winget.
Pretty good straightfoward outlook at work. Here is a quote that I like from it.
"It's not the hours you put into wotk, but the work you put into the hours"
Posted by bluetoelover (Member # 14736) on :
Over half way through "The Pelican Brief" by John Grisham...great book so far..aside from having Julia Roberts in the movie I think it wont be that bad of a movie.
Posted by deeparchlover (Member # 7021) on :
Recently finished reading "Mr. Untouchable" by Leroy 'Nicky' Barnes, "Burning Down My Masters House" by Jayson Blair, and "Confessions of a Video Vixen" by Karrine Steffans. You may laugh at the last one but Karrine has some nasty but true stories like the time she sucked Irv Gotti's dick so she would not get kicked off a video shoot.
Posted by Hal (Member # 3484) on :
"Love is a Dog from Hell" by Charles Bukowski.
In my opinion his best book ever. A collection of poems from 1974 - 1977. I never liked poetry but his poems are totally awesome!
-Hal-
Posted by A&F_FootDude_05 (Member # 2999) on :
Not really a book, but it has nice information for one day each year....the Intellectual Devotional....I have both the first one and the version called 'American History' You can learn lots of interesting facts in there!
Posted by blackHxC88 (Member # 15094) on :
other then books for class, i really don't remember. i just feel stupid whenever i try to read on my free time, so i don't do it unless it's for class.
Posted by Foot Lover Of London (Member # 2420) on :
The little book of complete bollocks ~ Alistair Beaton...and it made me smile laugh and think all at the same time
Posted by Wing-Washer (Member # 3013) on :
Band of Brothers by Stephen E. Ambrose
Posted by Mighty Mike (Member # 1922) on :
i figure if a book is good they'll make it into a movie
i did a "book report" on the exorcist 3 times in school Posted by Broly (Member # 504) on :
"A Better Way to Pray" Andrew Wommack Very nice book. Peace. Posted by yeah_i_suck_toes (Member # 21104) on :
The last book I finished was Perelandra by C.S. Lewis and right now I'm in the middle of That Hideous Strength. Unfortunetely with work and school I haven't had very much time for recreational reading, which sucks.
Let's hear it for the Space Trilogy. lol
Posted by Crazy_Diamond (Member # 22956) on :
Thirteen Days- A memoir of the Cuban Missile Crisis by Robert F. Kennedy
Posted by Wing-Washer (Member # 3013) on :
quote:Originally posted by Crazy_Diamond: Thirteen Days- A memoir of the Cuban Missile Crisis by Robert F. Kennedy
The movie was outstanding. Is the book based on the movie, or vice versa?
Posted by Salvy_Mic (Member # 13384) on :
Well, since the last time I posted in this thread, I finished nearly all the other books James Rollins has written (as James Rollings...as James Clemens, he writes fantasy books), which include Amazonia, Ice Hunt, Sandstorm, and Black Order. As of 5 hours, I just bought his most recent book, The Judas Strain, and will begin reading it right now...even though it is a little after 2 in the morning out here on the West Coast. And my own book is progressing pretty well, as far as creating the skeleton and laying the foundation goes. Once I finish this very rough draft, I'll proceed onto further editing, refining, and polishing, then go from there.
Posted by Crazy_Diamond (Member # 22956) on :
quote:Originally posted by Wing-Washer:
quote:Originally posted by Crazy_Diamond: Thirteen Days- A memoir of the Cuban Missile Crisis by Robert F. Kennedy
The movie was outstanding. Is the book based on the movie, or vice versa?
The movie was actually based on the book written by Bobby. "On Tuesday morning, October 16th, 1962, shortly after nine o' clock President Kennedy called and asked me to come to the White House. He said only that we were facing great trouble..."
Posted by bluetoelover (Member # 14736) on :
Just finished reading "Red Dragon" by Thomas Harris. Great book as well as the movie!
Posted by Wing-Washer (Member # 3013) on :
quote:Originally posted by Crazy_Diamond:
quote:Originally posted by Wing-Washer:
quote:Originally posted by Crazy_Diamond: Thirteen Days- A memoir of the Cuban Missile Crisis by Robert F. Kennedy
The movie was outstanding. Is the book based on the movie, or vice versa?
The movie was actually based on the book written by Bobby. "On Tuesday morning, October 16th, 1962, shortly after nine o' clock President Kennedy called and asked me to come to the White House. He said only that we were facing great trouble..."
I'm going to have to take a look at that - sounds like it'd be a fantastic book!
Posted by Crazy_Diamond (Member # 22956) on :
Bobby was a great person. He was an example of what America could have been.
Posted by Cain (Member # 8492) on :
The Overlook by Michael Connelly. Pretty good book i like the character Harry Bosch. He is in most of the books by this author.
Posted by Cain (Member # 8492) on :
Gone by Lisa Gardner... Good book.
Posted by footspy (Member # 2112) on :
So far this year I've only read two books. The first being "Final Analysis" by Catherine Crier w/ Cole Thompson, it's a true crime book and "Mister B. Gone" by Clive Barker. I got about 3/4's of the way through "A Galaxy Not So Far Away", a series of essays on Star Wars from writers and artists, when I got the new Stephen King book called "Duma Key" from the library's Express section, a section for new releases for those that don't want to wait too long on the request list but the catch is you only get it for a week instead of their standard three, so I'm reading that one now. The book is just over 600 pages long and I'm almost half way done, I started it on Friday.
Posted by Crazy_Diamond (Member # 22956) on :
The Enemy Within by Robert F. Kennedy
Posted by Cain (Member # 8492) on :
Final Justice by W.E.B. Griffin.
Posted by Wing-Washer (Member # 3013) on :
The unbelievable story of one of the lesser-known (but extremely violent) battles of World War 2 - the battle for New Guinea. A must-read for anyone interested in the war.
Posted by Cain (Member # 8492) on :
The Killing Hour by Lisa Gardner.
Posted by bluetoelover (Member # 14736) on :
Prank the Monkey by John Hargrave. Fucking hilarious book from the creator of www.zug.com He pranks corporate america and anyone else that pisses him off...amazing how he pulled this stuff off to..I rate it 10 outta 10 Posted by Toetapper (Member # 6473) on :
I read the transcript of a conversation between C.S. Lewis and Brian Aldiss in which they agreed that one doesn't really find the greatness in a book until it is reread (they recommend more than twice!). I'm currently following their advice; just about to finish up the "Hitch-Hiker's Guide to the Galaxy" series. Next on the list is "Dune" and there is still a collection of A.C. Clarke and Heinlein that I want to review.
Posted by Hal (Member # 3484) on :
^ Those are two of my favourite books... Hitchhiker`s Guide and Dune. Also make sure to read all the Asimov book if you`re into SF Yes, I agree with rereading books...and also re-watching good movies.
Just finished reading both graphic-novels "Persepolis" ...loved them. It was also made into an amazing movie.
-Hal-
Posted by sofatater (Member # 4209) on :
Most recently: "Mr Murder" by Dean Koontz. Very good read. I also enjoyed "the Hitchhiker's Guide..." and "Duh! The Stupid History of the Human Race" by Bob Fenster was very enlightening and funny as hell!
Posted by ElmntEarth1 (Member # 9310) on :
Just finished "Choke" by Chuck Palahunik and "The Crying of Lot 49" by Pynchon. Absolutely phenomenal reads
Posted by vanderfeet (Member # 8733) on :
Just finished a second reading of "Against the Day" by Thomas Pynchon.
Posted by Keyfeet (Member # 27313) on :
damn cain, how fast do you read, you posted like 3 times within something like 5 days
Posted by diamond johny (Member # 27586) on :
The Demon Haunted World - Carl Sagan
Posted by Diabolicus (Member # 7743) on :
Cover to Cover: God Is Not Great by Christopher Hitchens
Posted by AceCorr (Member # 37554) on :
Frankenstein Part 3 by Dean Koontz. I didn't like it.
Posted by diamond johny (Member # 27586) on :
quote:Originally posted by Diabolicus: Cover to Cover: God Is Not Great by Christopher Hitchens
Nice!
Posted by vanderfeet (Member # 8733) on :
quote:Originally posted by Diabolicus: ~Eyes all around you~ ~Enter the labyrinth~ ~Visions of the hunted~ ~Beware the birchmen~
Great signature, Diabolicus. That song is one my favourite Mastodon tunes -- I love how Josh Homme's backing vocals give it that eerie QOTSA vibe..
Posted by Drunk_24-7 (Member # 21781) on :
Got Fight by Forrest Griffen. Fuck that guy's a funny bastard!
Posted by bluetoelover (Member # 14736) on :
No way in shit Forrest wrote the book
As for me I just finished up "Freakonomics" by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner.
It asks such random questions such as "Why do drug dealers still live with their mom?"
And "How is the Ku Klux Klan like Real Estate Agents".
But one of the authors is an economist and the other an author and they combine their expertise to prove each question using economics. I highly recommend it.
I think National would get a great kick out of it. Posted by ShortLivedTyranny (Member # 36627) on :
The last book I read was Pride and Prejudice and Zombies. It's a fun little book. I feel they really did a good job at working the zombies into the plot of the story. Posted by Athena K (Member # 33809) on :
the wasp factory - ian banks
I'm about halfway through but I've read a few of his other books and though they are a bit... different, they're fantastic in a dark, kinky, perverted way haha.
Posted by Diabolicus (Member # 7743) on :
quote:Originally posted by vanderfeet:
quote:Originally posted by Diabolicus: ~Eyes all around you~ ~Enter the labyrinth~ ~Visions of the hunted~ ~Beware the birchmen~
Great signature, Diabolicus. That song is one my favourite Mastodon tunes -- I love how Josh Homme's backing vocals give it that eerie QOTSA vibe..
Right on a Mastodon fan. However, this excerpt of lyrics is not actually from the song that Josh Homme appears in, which is Colony of Birchmen. This is the song directly before it on the album. Oh, and if you ever get the chance check out QOTSA in concert, they are awesome.
Posted by vanderfeet (Member # 8733) on :
quote:Originally posted by Diabolicus:
quote:Originally posted by vanderfeet:
quote:Originally posted by Diabolicus: ~Eyes all around you~ ~Enter the labyrinth~ ~Visions of the hunted~ ~Beware the birchmen~
Great signature, Diabolicus. That song is one my favourite Mastodon tunes -- I love how Josh Homme's backing vocals give it that eerie QOTSA vibe..
Right on a Mastodon fan. However, this excerpt of lyrics is not actually from the song that Josh Homme appears in, which is Colony of Birchmen. This is the song directly before it on the album. Oh, and if you ever get the chance check out QOTSA in concert, they are awesome.
Right! Silly mistake. Great album in its entirety, anyway.
Posted by vanderfeet (Member # 8733) on :
quote:Originally posted by ShortLivedTyranny: The last book I read was Pride and Prejudice and Zombies. It's a fun little book. I feel they really did a good job at working the zombies into the plot of the story.
I think Natalie Portman just bought the rights to do a film adaptation of that book. A friend of mine is reading that right now...I think it's a delightfully clever idea.
Posted by Diabolicus (Member # 7743) on :
quote:Originally posted by diamond johny:
quote:Originally posted by Diabolicus: Cover to Cover: God Is Not Great by Christopher Hitchens
Nice!
Indeed. Next up to bat is The God Delusion (Richard Dawkins), then The Devil's Chaplain (Also Dawkins)
Posted by diamond johny (Member # 27586) on :
quote:Originally posted by Diabolicus:
quote:Originally posted by diamond johny:
quote:Originally posted by Diabolicus: Cover to Cover: God Is Not Great by Christopher Hitchens
Nice!
Indeed. Next up to bat is The God Delusion (Richard Dawkins), then The Devil's Chaplain (Also Dawkins)
GD is a great one. Dawkins doesn't hold back.
Posted by Diabolicus (Member # 7743) on :
Yup, I'm enjoying it so far.
Posted by ShortLivedTyranny (Member # 36627) on :
quote:Originally posted by vanderfeet:
quote:Originally posted by ShortLivedTyranny: The last book I read was Pride and Prejudice and Zombies. It's a fun little book. I feel they really did a good job at working the zombies into the plot of the story.
I think Natalie Portman just bought the rights to do a film adaptation of that book. A friend of mine is reading that right now...I think it's a delightfully clever idea.
As I was reading it I was thinking that it would be an awesome idea to make a movie from it. Thanks for the heads up! that's exciting news. Posted by Toetapper (Member # 6473) on :
"Atlas Shrugged" by Ayn Rand.
Published in 1957, it is almost prophetic as regards the "Progressive" approach to economics and trade and what is currently happening to our economy.
I'd call it a "must read". Not an easy read but certainly well worth it.
Posted by sofatater (Member # 4209) on :
I just started "George Carlin - Last Words". So far it reads just like he was doing his autobiography on stage. The same great wit and prophetic insights. Posted by nusuth (Member # 7372) on :
i'm kinda in the middle of a couple right now.
enders shadow - orson scott card bourne identity - robert ludlum the gate house - nelson demille the wednesday letters - robert wright
just finished up the first 2 of the dayworld series by phillip jose farmer and keeping faith and perfect match by jodi picoult.
yeah, i do read alot.
Posted by nusuth (Member # 7372) on :
quote:The Demon Haunted World - Carl Sagan
such an influential book!! awesome read.
Posted by Toetapper (Member # 6473) on :
quote:Originally posted by nusuth:
quote:The Demon Haunted World - Carl Sagan
such an influential book!! awesome read.
I agree. That's such an important book. I wish it was required reading everywhere.
Loaned it to a friend who, when close to rationality, had a world-view that included every conspiracy theory and alien abduction. Sadly, he never read it or returned it. I've got to get it again for a re-read.
Posted by Keyfeet (Member # 27313) on :
the tracy morgan book
tracy is the funniest dude on the planet
Posted by catsman (Member # 10269) on :
Shutter Island by Dennis LaHane
Posted by diamond johny (Member # 27586) on :
quote:Originally posted by Toetapper:
quote:Originally posted by nusuth:
quote:The Demon Haunted World - Carl Sagan
such an influential book!! awesome read.
I agree. That's such an important book. I wish it was required reading everywhere.
Loaned it to a friend who, when close to rationality, had a world-view that included every conspiracy theory and alien abduction. Sadly, he never read it or returned it. I've got to get it again for a re-read.
lol. He must be on the forums at abovetopsecret.com
Posted by nusuth (Member # 7372) on :
quote:Shutter Island by Dennis LaHane
awesome book! did you see there is a movie coming out based on it. it actually stars leonardo dicaprio and looks pretty intense. he's a great writer.
Posted by Hal (Member # 3484) on :
(Still) The Terror by Dan Simmons
Posted by foot_sniffer (Member # 36272) on :
Separation of Power by Vince Flynn. A review in two words: Bad ass.
Posted by Athena K (Member # 33809) on :
The House of Gentle Men - Kathy Hepinstall
A trashy summer read lol, but good fun nonetheless.
Posted by Toetapper (Member # 6473) on :
Michael Crichton's "State of Fear". A very good perspective on the Global Warming hoax; intensively researched (the citations at the back of the book are more than impressive) and just a plain good read. It was his last book.
Posted by FtLckr26 (Member # 13998) on :
"Reclaiming the Sky: 9/11 And The Untld Story of the Men and Women Who Kept America Flying". Have to read it for my class but ended up liking it. Great book about the lives of people during 9/11.
Posted by Diabolicus (Member # 7743) on :
Sea of Swords by R.A Salvatore.
Part of the Forgotten Realms series.
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This is funny to me coz I don't read and I won't be participating in this thread except for this post here... It's hard enough for me to try to finish an entire news article let alone a book... I have no problem with reading in general, it's just my attention span is as wide as a shoe lace ![[Tongue]](tongue.gif)
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