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Title: Reading material
Post by: Chaunte on September 26, 2005, 10:50:25 PM
Post by: Chaunte on September 26, 2005, 10:50:25 PM
What do we like to read? I am sure I have forgotten some categories, so list them as other.
You should be able to vote for 2.
Chaunte
You should be able to vote for 2.
Chaunte
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: AllisonY2K on September 27, 2005, 02:05:05 AM
Post by: AllisonY2K on September 27, 2005, 02:05:05 AM
Humor (I love to laugh) and How-To. tho I also like attraction guidebooks (like for Disney World).
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: Miss Placed on September 27, 2005, 02:40:55 AM
Post by: Miss Placed on September 27, 2005, 02:40:55 AM
I voted for Sci-Fi and Biographies.
I know I did a huge post about the Wheel of Time elsewhere (which is 'Fantasy'), but I am actually not much of a fan of this genre, as I find them all rather samey.
Biography's are my favourite atmo, recently read Errol Flynns, which I have to say seems like a load of BS.
Currently I am trying to find a good Winston Chruchill biog, but there are so many, anyone read any?
As for Sci-Fi I really like Iain M Banks and Robert Heinlein (although some of his novels seem very dated now). I am really out of touch with what good modern sci-fi novels are out there, I don't like modern sci-fi tv, it all seems a bit of bandwagon, so ponder on the quality of modern novels.
I know I did a huge post about the Wheel of Time elsewhere (which is 'Fantasy'), but I am actually not much of a fan of this genre, as I find them all rather samey.
Biography's are my favourite atmo, recently read Errol Flynns, which I have to say seems like a load of BS.
Currently I am trying to find a good Winston Chruchill biog, but there are so many, anyone read any?
As for Sci-Fi I really like Iain M Banks and Robert Heinlein (although some of his novels seem very dated now). I am really out of touch with what good modern sci-fi novels are out there, I don't like modern sci-fi tv, it all seems a bit of bandwagon, so ponder on the quality of modern novels.
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: Cassandra on September 27, 2005, 09:52:51 PM
Post by: Cassandra on September 27, 2005, 09:52:51 PM
I voted Science fiction and other. You didn't list mystery or history which are my other two favorites.
Cassie
Cassie
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: Chaunte on September 27, 2005, 10:10:29 PM
Post by: Chaunte on September 27, 2005, 10:10:29 PM
Cassie,
I KNEW i was forgetting something!
:::: sighhhhhh :::::
Sorry. Those are good genres, too!
I just fixed the poll.
Chaunte
I KNEW i was forgetting something!
:::: sighhhhhh :::::
Sorry. Those are good genres, too!
I just fixed the poll.
Chaunte
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: stephanie_craxford on September 28, 2005, 07:25:29 AM
Post by: stephanie_craxford on September 28, 2005, 07:25:29 AM
I too enjoy science fiction, but to be very honest I haven't read a book in quite a while. It seems that I never have time. I know, I know, that's a pretty lame excuse :) I found that one of the problems that I had with reading was that once started I had to read the entire book as fast as possible, and I would find myself reading in bed. But like many, I probably spend far too much time in front of the TV, and in front of this infernal machine. :)
Chat later
Steph
Chat later
Steph
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: Dennis on September 28, 2005, 07:50:39 AM
Post by: Dennis on September 28, 2005, 07:50:39 AM
I have the same problem Steph. I tend to stay up too late reading if I do it in the evening. I think the latest Harry Potter kept me up till 4 AM on a work night. Bleh.
So I've been reading a lot of non-fiction lately. At least I can put that down at bedtime.
Dennis
So I've been reading a lot of non-fiction lately. At least I can put that down at bedtime.
Dennis
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: Shelley on November 28, 2005, 01:07:41 AM
Post by: Shelley on November 28, 2005, 01:07:41 AM
Interesting, how did I miss this one. Iassume fantasy includes Science Fantasy.
Just love Raymond E Feist
Shelley
Just love Raymond E Feist
Shelley
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: Kimberly on December 28, 2005, 08:03:42 PM
Post by: Kimberly on December 28, 2005, 08:03:42 PM
Science fiction and fantasy for me... with the emphasis on the fantasy. Oh how I adore magic... (=
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: Shelley on December 29, 2005, 05:53:13 AM
Post by: Shelley on December 29, 2005, 05:53:13 AM
Hey Kimberley,
Have youread Raymond E Fiests Magician series. It is fantastic and up to eighteen books the last of which I am currently reading.
Shelley
Have youread Raymond E Fiests Magician series. It is fantastic and up to eighteen books the last of which I am currently reading.
Shelley
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: Kimberly on December 29, 2005, 08:10:20 PM
Post by: Kimberly on December 29, 2005, 08:10:20 PM
Quote from: Shelley on December 29, 2005, 05:53:13 AMNo, I have not. I will have to keep my eyes out for the first book next time I'm in town next... Thank you Shelley for the recommendation. (=
Hey Kimberley,
Have youread Raymond E Fiests Magician series. It is fantastic and up to eighteen books the last of which I am currently reading.
Shelley
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: Shelley on December 30, 2005, 04:04:30 AM
Post by: Shelley on December 30, 2005, 04:04:30 AM
The firtst one is called Magician becareful they are very addictive.
Shelley
Shelley
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: HelenW on December 30, 2005, 10:03:37 PM
Post by: HelenW on December 30, 2005, 10:03:37 PM
OMG! Only TWO choices?
Books have always been my escape, since I was a kid. I enjoy historical fiction (James Michener, Gore Vidal), history; biographies are a favorite: the most recent one I read was about Russia's Catherine the Great. Good science fiction is also a joy, Asimov's Robot and Foundation series are great. Too bad most of what's currently being written is trash, though. I think I've read everything that Kurt Vonnegut has ever published. I really loved JRR Tolkien's stuff and actually had the good fortune of being able to take a course about his literature in college.
If I ever am affected by something new and serious (my wife's cancer, my transgender experience, for example) I get obsessive about reading everything I can get a hold of on the subject.
I recently realized that I have modelled my self to a great extent on what I've read over the years, learning how a man should think and behave. Maybe I felt I needed the instructions since it didn't really come naturally.
Anyhow, if you're on a tight budget (who isn't?) a good source for books (besides the library: they want 'em back!) are local thrift shops, the Salvation Army thrift store is my favorite in my neck of the woods. While romance novels are in the majority some real gems can occaisionally be found.
Happy Reading!
h
Books have always been my escape, since I was a kid. I enjoy historical fiction (James Michener, Gore Vidal), history; biographies are a favorite: the most recent one I read was about Russia's Catherine the Great. Good science fiction is also a joy, Asimov's Robot and Foundation series are great. Too bad most of what's currently being written is trash, though. I think I've read everything that Kurt Vonnegut has ever published. I really loved JRR Tolkien's stuff and actually had the good fortune of being able to take a course about his literature in college.
If I ever am affected by something new and serious (my wife's cancer, my transgender experience, for example) I get obsessive about reading everything I can get a hold of on the subject.
I recently realized that I have modelled my self to a great extent on what I've read over the years, learning how a man should think and behave. Maybe I felt I needed the instructions since it didn't really come naturally.
Anyhow, if you're on a tight budget (who isn't?) a good source for books (besides the library: they want 'em back!) are local thrift shops, the Salvation Army thrift store is my favorite in my neck of the woods. While romance novels are in the majority some real gems can occaisionally be found.
Happy Reading!
h
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: Peggiann on December 31, 2005, 12:58:28 AM
Post by: Peggiann on December 31, 2005, 12:58:28 AM
Oh this is so not fair. I read a lot. I read a variety of things. I'm like a kid in a candy store in a book shop.
Just two?
Fantacy and Oh I don't know can I say romantic mystries????
Ok... ok I got it...um Romance.
Oh that is so hard for me cause reading is something I love to do.
Smiles,
Peggiann
Just two?
Fantacy and Oh I don't know can I say romantic mystries????
Ok... ok I got it...um Romance.
Oh that is so hard for me cause reading is something I love to do.
Smiles,
Peggiann
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: madison on April 25, 2006, 04:31:11 PM
Post by: madison on April 25, 2006, 04:31:11 PM
I had to pick Other and History (Non-fiction).
Other in my case would refer to fiction/literature which somehow didn't make the list. And as far as non-fiction goes, it would hardly be limited to history.
Glad to see that there are so many readers and even writers on the forum (based on other threads and polls).
One of my favorite authors of all time would be Thomas Pynchon. And my favorite non-fiction subject would philosophy in general with special interest in existentialism and humanism. Though I have a large interest in belief systems in general including all forms of ritualized religion. While I love romance stories on film, somehow they don't attract me so much in fiction. Though put that in a period piece like Emma or Pride and Prejudice and you've got me hooked, sheesh do I love Jane Austen.
Other in my case would refer to fiction/literature which somehow didn't make the list. And as far as non-fiction goes, it would hardly be limited to history.
Glad to see that there are so many readers and even writers on the forum (based on other threads and polls).
One of my favorite authors of all time would be Thomas Pynchon. And my favorite non-fiction subject would philosophy in general with special interest in existentialism and humanism. Though I have a large interest in belief systems in general including all forms of ritualized religion. While I love romance stories on film, somehow they don't attract me so much in fiction. Though put that in a period piece like Emma or Pride and Prejudice and you've got me hooked, sheesh do I love Jane Austen.
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: umop ap!sdn on April 26, 2006, 10:31:36 AM
Post by: umop ap!sdn on April 26, 2006, 10:31:36 AM
I picked Technical/Scientific and Humor, but a Star Trek novel will grab my attention and not let it go until I've read it cover to cover. ;D I really should read more sci-fi.
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: taylor on April 26, 2006, 10:50:33 AM
Post by: taylor on April 26, 2006, 10:50:33 AM
I marked other, I read mostly outdoor adventure novels, and non fiction events dealing with the outdoors, mountain climbing, backpacking,, trail hiking, survival stuff. etc.
Peace,
Taylor
Peace,
Taylor
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: jan c on April 26, 2006, 11:15:32 AM
Post by: jan c on April 26, 2006, 11:15:32 AM
heh. I read screenplays and instruction manuals. I'm fairly well read, for a high-school dropout, but I do not have the time anymore.
I used to read a lot of Philip K Dick. Time Out Of Joint...
I used to read a lot of Philip K Dick. Time Out Of Joint...
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: gtfonnbrayy on April 12, 2011, 07:47:41 PM
Post by: gtfonnbrayy on April 12, 2011, 07:47:41 PM
Anime
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: Yakshini on April 14, 2011, 06:43:50 PM
Post by: Yakshini on April 14, 2011, 06:43:50 PM
I didn't see horror as an option, which is my favourite genre. I'll read just about anything, but I'm always looking for some good horror or speculative fiction (as oppose to science fiction).
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: Tesseract Allen on April 14, 2011, 09:08:43 PM
Post by: Tesseract Allen on April 14, 2011, 09:08:43 PM
Quote from: Yakshini on April 14, 2011, 06:43:50 PM
I didn't see horror as an option, which is my favourite genre. I'll read just about anything, but I'm always looking for some good horror or speculative fiction (as oppose to science fiction).
A man after my own heart...
I'm in to Sci-fi in genreal and Horror, I absolutely love horror (Psudopod/Drabblecast Look em up!!!).
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: kelleystorm on June 17, 2011, 10:12:56 PM
Post by: kelleystorm on June 17, 2011, 10:12:56 PM
I like mysteries and horror and psych books. I'm reading My Bipolar Road Trip in 4D by Lizzie Simon.
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: Janet_Girl on June 17, 2011, 11:24:34 PM
Post by: Janet_Girl on June 17, 2011, 11:24:34 PM
Right now, Text books.
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: Pica Pica on June 18, 2011, 01:11:12 AM
Post by: Pica Pica on June 18, 2011, 01:11:12 AM
I put history and other, the other stands for classic fiction (in particular books from the eighteenth century). Noticed there was no option for general/contemporary fiction there either.
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: Lisbeth on June 18, 2011, 11:37:23 AM
Post by: Lisbeth on June 18, 2011, 11:37:23 AM
I found it hard to choose between Fantasy and Science Fiction because there is so much overlap. But me? I'm a sucker for a good romance.
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: Hikari on June 18, 2011, 01:45:31 PM
Post by: Hikari on June 18, 2011, 01:45:31 PM
Well, it's called manga when read not anime, but I assume that is what is meant. I read alot of manga, I am especially fond of shoujo yuri, but I read many genres of manga.
I also read a bit of philosophy and political philosophy, Marx, Nietzsche, Engels, Lenin, Gus Hall, and the classical philosophers sometimes too. I have been alot less interested in this stuff for the past two years, after I gave up on the idea of rational thought as something to legitimize my behavior, now feelings are the only thing that really matter all that much to me.
I also read a bit of philosophy and political philosophy, Marx, Nietzsche, Engels, Lenin, Gus Hall, and the classical philosophers sometimes too. I have been alot less interested in this stuff for the past two years, after I gave up on the idea of rational thought as something to legitimize my behavior, now feelings are the only thing that really matter all that much to me.
Title: Re: Reading material
Post by: silverarrow on June 18, 2011, 03:02:52 PM
Post by: silverarrow on June 18, 2011, 03:02:52 PM
Manga and fantasy. My top two.
I love Naruto and since its not on tv anymore I'm reading it.
I also have a new favorite author, Cinda Williams Chima. I love her Seven Realms series, its amazing :D
I love Naruto and since its not on tv anymore I'm reading it.
I also have a new favorite author, Cinda Williams Chima. I love her Seven Realms series, its amazing :D