Which genre of literature are you most generally drawn to? What kinds of books do you usually read?
I love Stephen King and have read and collected all his books. The Twilight Series was also something I read feverishly until I finished all 4 novels. I also love to read about personal development. Jim Rohn was the best!
I used to read Stephen King up until I finished "It" After that I didn't get into his books any more. Years ago I read many bestsellers - James Michener, James Clavell, Irving Wallace. Currently I'm into thrillers such as David Baldacci and others of that type. I've never gotten into romance or scifi but a few mysteries. Right now, I'm reading Book 2 in a series by Suzanne Collins, that started with Hunger Games. I HIGHLY recommend it, it's a real page turner.
I love historical fiction. Some of my favorite "characters" have been Henry VIII and Cleopatra!
Motivational books, books that can help me improve my life, and be a better person and human being.
Just classics in general. I love the ideas and thinking they provoke. There is a reason classics have stood the test of time - they're fantastic! Perhaps one of my favorites is Pride and Prejudice. I even bought a copy in Spanish. It never fails to entertain.
I have to admit, I am a sucker for happy endings ... I love laughter, quirkiness and a good story where love conquers all. Romance novels have become my favorite genre (quite the turnover from my youth which was strictly horror); I am particularly fond of paranormal and urban fantasy. A few of my go to authors are JR Ward, Nalini Singh, Maya Bank, and Larissa Ione.
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I tend to be drawn to stories that take me out of the world as I know it, whether it's sci-fi or just a good adventure story. I also am drawn to coming of age and father/son relationships. The Road, I Am the Cheese, and Ender's Game are good examples.
British literature" classics. Maugham, Dickens, DH Lawrence and naturalism.
by ptosis 2 years ago
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by thirdmillenium 3 years ago
Which book have you read more than once and would not mind reading again?
by Faith Reaper 8 years ago
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by Victoriaaa 13 years ago
I want to write a novel, but I want to know what people are reading these days so I know what genre to write in and how to write my vision. What do you guys consider a good book?
by Lilly May Rose 8 years ago
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by Mohan Kumar 11 years ago
Which author influences your writing most?It is inevitable the more we read the more we want to write. In the early writing there will always be strong influences from our favorite author/genre. Who do you feel influences your writing most?
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