What are you currently reading?

[BROWNINGS CHILDE]

Just throwing this out there, but I hated the seventh book in the Harry Potter series aside from the last third or so. Before that, I just found it boring. Every other second of every other book, though, is just fantastic. Rowling knows how to write a goddamn book

You're not alone.

I haven't read the Dune books (although I have the first three installments), but I have seen the two miniseries Frank Herbert's Dune and Frank Herbert's Children of Dune. I'm not entirely sure, having seen those, that I'll like the Dune books, but I intend to read them at some point, so I HOPE I do like them....

(And you read them in Spanish? Why?)

I have been trying to learn spanish for many years. I have a very large vocabulary in spanish, but still can't seem to communicate like a native speaker. There are many subtle nuances to language that are very difficult to pick up on, unless you immerse yourself in the language. Since immersing myself in the spoken language (i.e. moving to a completely spanish speaking environment) is impracticle for me, The next best thing is to read books in spanish. I chose the Harry Potter books because they are on a teen level, thus they are not too simple, and not too difficult. It is a good way to perfect a second language.

[Dagavidiab]

Just throwing this out there, but I hated the seventh book in the Harry Potter series aside from the last third or so. Before that, I just found it boring. Every other second of every other book, though, is just fantastic. Rowling knows how to write a goddamn book

You're not alone.

I haven't read the Dune books (although I have the first three installments), but I have seen the two miniseries Frank Herbert's Dune and Frank Herbert's Children of Dune. I'm not entirely sure, having seen those, that I'll like the Dune books, but I intend to read them at some point, so I HOPE I do like them....

(And you read them in Spanish? Why?)

I have been trying to learn spanish for many years. I have a very large vocabulary in spanish, but still can't seem to communicate like a native speaker. There are many subtle nuances to language that are very difficult to pick up on, unless you immerse yourself in the language. Since immersing myself in the spoken language (i.e. moving to a completely spanish speaking environment) is impracticle for me, The next best thing is to read books in spanish. I chose the Harry Potter books because they are on a teen level, thus they are not too simple, and not too difficult. It is a good way to perfect a second language.

Amigo!! Si el castellano (en mi lengua, al decir Español te refieres castellano hablado con acento de España) es bastante fácil!!!! El ingles es el bizarro, se escriben muchas palabras con un orden distinto al significado, por ejemplo, Harry's snitch, que significa, la snitch de Harry, como ves, al revés!!!!!

Anyway.... Starting Lisey's Story... otro ejemplo!: La Historia de Lisey...

[Brice]

dude, I used to think nothing was better than the whole DT series, but this series is. I'm still SK>Martin, but it's becoming a close thing.

speaking of which, anyone here read Fevre Dream yet?

Yes, and Feev will back me up on this...it is excellent.

I'm reading The Brains Of Rats by Michael Blumlein.

[John Blaze]

dude, I used to think nothing was better than the whole DT series, but this series is. I'm still SK>Martin, but it's becoming a close thing.

speaking of which, anyone here read Fevre Dream yet?

Yes, and Feev will back me up on this...it is excellent.

I'm reading The Brains Of Rats by Michael Blumlein.

I'll head to the book store in a minute.

I also ordered Warriors about 3 days ago, I hope I get it by friday. It has the third and newest novella in the Tales of Dunk and Egg series prequel to the ASOIAF series. These are really getting me throught the waiting for Dance.

[Kronz]

Reading A Scanner, Darkly by Philip K. Dick.

I hate that I relate to this book so much, but it also makes it fascinating. The reason I hate relating to it is that it's full of bottom feeding drug addict scum that are very similar to people I've had to deal with over the years. Great book so far anyway, especially if you are familiar with the American counter-culture.

[Ricky]

Just started reading Horns by Joe Hill. Pretty good so far.

[Brice]

SS, ignore the hype and just go read the hitchhiker's guide.

[SynysterSaint]

It's really that good? Another thing that puts me off is how many children enjoy it, and the fact that it's labeled a "teen" book. I usually end up destroying or throwing away "teen" books after I finish reading them. They're so offensive! They use horribly small vernacular and act like teenagers are mindless drones who are forced to read and do not read of their own free will.

[pathoftheturtle]

You guys are crazy!

I am almost finished with the third book of ASOIAF. When I am done, I am going to finish Winds of War and then tackle War and Remembrance. I miss Natalie and Byron.

I'm glad I was able to push my love of those books onto you. ...

Hey, BTW, JB; thanks so much for also pushing your love of them onto me!

Really? The War books, or the Song books?

lol, I'm not surprised that you don't remember; it's been a couple years since you recommended War and Remembrance to me. (back on tdt.net! ) I'm only now starting it; just recently finished Winds of War. Great stuff, anyhow. Thankee-sai.

It's really that good? Another thing that puts me off is how many children enjoy it, and the fact that it's labeled a "teen" book. I usually end up destroying or throwing away "teen" books after I finish reading them. They're so offensive! They use horribly small vernacular and act like teenagers are mindless drones who are forced to read and do not read of their own free will.

They're not like that at all. Definitely pleasant to read, and yes, good. For all ages, though they especially appeal to the rebellious spirit.

It's five books long, actually. Only the first one is titled HHGttG. And yes, they are science fiction which is basically fantasy. Just futuristic fantasy

1. They're more fantasy than science fiction, IMO... kind of. Actually, they're satire. Comedy. Pro-scientific, perhaps... or not. Anyway, it's not the point, and they're not really like straight fantasy or sci-fi in category.
2. Five books or not, it isn't a series. It's a trilogy.

[John Blaze]

You guys are crazy!

I am almost finished with the third book of ASOIAF. When I am done, I am going to finish Winds of War and then tackle War and Remembrance. I miss Natalie and Byron.

I'm glad I was able to push my love of those books onto you. ...

Hey, BTW, JB; thanks so much for also pushing your love of them onto me!

Really? The War books, or the Song books?

lol, I'm not surprised that you don't remember; it's been a couple years since you recommended War and Remembrance to me. (back on tdt.net! ) I'm only now starting it; just recently finished Winds of War. Great stuff, anyhow. Thankee-sai.

The War books are 2 of my favorite books ever! I've been pushing them on people for years, so sorry I didn't remember. I try to get EVERYONE to read them.

[Brice]

It's really that good? Another thing that puts me off is how many children enjoy it, and the fact that it's labeled a "teen" book. I usually end up destroying or throwing away "teen" books after I finish reading them. They're so offensive! They use horribly small vernacular and act like teenagers are mindless drones who are forced to read and do not read of their own free will.

Absolutely that good...and definitely not children's or teen's books though they can of course be read and enjoyed by them (It is when I met them first). Just read them my friend. I'll be awaiting your thanks when you're done.

Oh, and path is right...definitely not a series...just an overzealous trilogy.

I'm currently reading (along with everything else) Mark Z. Danielewski's Only Revolutions:The Democracy Of Two Set Out And Chronologically Arranged. If House Of Leaves wasn't confusing and fucked up enough for you well, this is your book.

[Ruthful]

I'm reading this:

http://www.isi.org/books/bookdetail....5-30b91a09c6a5

and this:

[velcro_fly]

I started reading "Just After Sunset", but I got so bored I gave up.

I wonder if it's timed to give it another try?

[John Blaze]

I'm reading this:

http://www.isi.org/books/bookdetail....5-30b91a09c6a5

and this:

I love Chelsea Handler, she's super funny.

[turtlex]

Just got the ARC for the brand new, soon-to-be-released Linda Castillo book Pray For Silence ... the sequel to Sworn To Silence ... featuring Police Chief Kate Burkholder.



I'm about 1/3 of the way through it and am liking it a lot.

[Darkthoughts]

It's really that good? Another thing that puts me off is how many children enjoy it, and the fact that it's labeled a "teen" book. I usually end up destroying or throwing away "teen" books after I finish reading them. They're so offensive! They use horribly small vernacular and act like teenagers are mindless drones who are forced to read and do not read of their own free will.

Hitchhiker's Guide really shouldn't be labelled a teen book, I mean there's nothing gratuitous in there that teens couldn't read, but Douglas Adams wrote it for adults.

It would be nice if you hadn't heard any hype, because I don't think you should expect too much from his books. They are very funny, especially if you enjoy/appreciate British humour, because Adams is a master of sarcasm and understatement, but you know, he wasn't trying to write an epic - they're just really good,easy reading.

If you like his style and want something slightly darker, his Dirk Gently books are fantastic.

And, sorry can't remember who mentioned having it on their "to read" pile, but Fevre Dream is completely excellent

[Ruthful]

[cody44]

I too strongly recommend the first Hitchhiker's book. I read it earlier this year and it is a fun read.

[Ruthful]

I love Chelsea Handler, she's super funny.

Super-duper.

[BROWNINGS CHILDE]

Just throwing this out there, but I hated the seventh book in the Harry Potter series aside from the last third or so. Before that, I just found it boring. Every other second of every other book, though, is just fantastic. Rowling knows how to write a goddamn book

You're not alone.

I haven't read the Dune books (although I have the first three installments), but I have seen the two miniseries Frank Herbert's Dune and Frank Herbert's Children of Dune. I'm not entirely sure, having seen those, that I'll like the Dune books, but I intend to read them at some point, so I HOPE I do like them....

(And you read them in Spanish? Why?)

I have been trying to learn spanish for many years. I have a very large vocabulary in spanish, but still can't seem to communicate like a native speaker. There are many subtle nuances to language that are very difficult to pick up on, unless you immerse yourself in the language. Since immersing myself in the spoken language (i.e. moving to a completely spanish speaking environment) is impracticle for me, The next best thing is to read books in spanish. I chose the Harry Potter books because they are on a teen level, thus they are not too simple, and not too difficult. It is a good way to perfect a second language.

Amigo!! Si el castellano (en mi lengua, al decir Español te refieres castellano hablado con acento de España) es bastante fácil!!!! El ingles es el bizarro, se escriben muchas palabras con un orden distinto al significado, por ejemplo, Harry's snitch, que significa, la snitch de Harry, como ves, al revés!!!!!

Anyway.... Starting Lisey's Story... otro ejemplo!: La Historia de Lisey...

Yo concuerdo. El Ingles es mas dificil que el Espanol. El Espanol tiene reglas sobre pronunciacion y un vocabulario limitado. El Ingles tiene muchas palabras con el significado mismo.

[John Blaze]

Nope, spanish also has words that have many uses. Such as the word fuck in English.
[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CCcCzj_yRtk"]YouTube- The 'F' Word[/ame]

That being shown, almost done with my reread of ASOIAF. Angelology is starting very slow.

[Brice]

I fucking love that fucking fuck video.

[John Blaze]

fuck yeah! me too!

[velcro_fly]

That is Fucking Awesome!

[Dagavidiab]

John Blaze, there is no fucking word in Spanish that has the variety of uses as the "F" word... Plus that, in english exist a lot of words with the same pronunciation!

En conclusion, Castellano para el mundo!!

PS: cool video (cool is still a "cool" word in english?)