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Hello everyone, my name is Dimitri Iatrou and I'm writing from Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Some of my favourite books are The Lord of The Rings, DAMASTOR, The Red Tent, and The Five People You Meet in Heaven.
I'm very excited to sharing my thoughts with you!
Hi All,My name is Marti from Woodstock, GA . I'm currently reading Lily and the Octopus which I'm liking very much. My favorites are Signature of All Things, Goldfinch, Peace Like a River, Ordinary Grace, Bel Canto to name a few!
My name is Julie from the Bay Area. I'm currently reading The Hobbit (on my to-read-list for many years!). A favorite book of mine is Blue Latitudes: Boldly Going Where Captain Cook Has Gone Before and I want to read Alexander Hamilton. I also love any novels written by Philippa Gregory.
1. Where are you joining us from?Trenton, NJ!
2. What is your favorite book or author?
My favorite books are the Harry Potter series and Jane Eyre. I consider Richelle Mead my favorite author because I'm pretty much obsessed with all her series.
Priya wrote: "Hi everyone, I am Dr. Priya Shashank from India, a physician, childbirth educator and Lactation consultant by profession, an avid reader, knitter and crocheted by passion....cannot seem to give pre..."Hi Dr. Shashank: If you like John Grisham, and perhaps books centered around the law, look up my novel, "Diminished Capacity," on Goodreads.com. It's a fictional courtroom drama based a real-life case of first degree sexual assault. The reviews so far on Goodreads are mostly excellent, and readers have given it a 4.32 out of 5 star rating.
Robert Clarence Swanson
Author
"Diminished Capacity"
Hi, my name is Temple Emmet Williams and I've been a writer all my life. I earned money as a journalist, copywriter, copy chief, creative director, art director, and editor. I worked at huge, famous ad agencies. I was an editor at the Reader's Digest. I never wrote a book until I got very sick, and the greatest medical system civilization has ever known tried to bury me. My memoir documented this with humor. More important, it turned me into a book writer. I am now working on my fourth book. Being an author is a tough gig. I admire anyone who does it. And I bless every reader who lets us bend to the task.
Temple wrote: "Hi, my name is Temple Emmet Williams and I've been a writer all my life. I earned money as a journalist, copywriter, copy chief, creative director, art director, and editor. I worked at huge, famou..." You are an inspiration as a writer.
Temple wrote: "That's very kind of you, Shaune." Thank you, Temple. I look forward to hearing more about your writing.
Hello,My name is Kim H. I'm from Newport News, Virginia. I have so many favorite authors, but I will list the two most authors that I read from. Jerome Dicky is my pleasure author when I don't want to think I read his books for fun. The other author that I love is T. J. Jakes. I love his inspirational readings.
Hi my name is Feven and my favourite book of all time is The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini. My favourite books are ones about different cultures and ones that enlighten me about different issues. I watched Oprah when I was a kid (in my mid 20s now) and she has inspired me a lot.
Hi, My name is Amritha Chandrashekar. I am from Bangalore, India, and I work as a writer.
Two of my favorite authors are:
Manil Suri
Daphne du Maurier
I love each of their styles.
Hi all,I just published my first novel called, Fate Ball. It's a tragic love story about a life lost and another life saved. It's gotten great reviews on Goodreads (4+ stars) and Amazon (4+ stars). I would love to get some feedback from this group once it is read. It's available through Amazon and there is a Kindle version. Check me out on Goodreads. Thanks, Adam W. Jones
Hello I'm Caroline from Edinburgh in Scotland. I like contemporary and classic novels as well as self development and philosophy non fiction books! My favourite authors are Ian Mcewan, Martin Amis, Charles Dickens, Will Self, Kate Atkinson and Doris Lessing. I like trying new authors - I am a member of a live book club in my local area too!
Looking forward to joining in here!
I'm Assia from Algeria living in dubai. I like novels, self development and non fiction books!Looking forward to joining in here
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Hello! I'm Vanessa from San Antonio, TX. I used to read a lot and considered myself an avid reader until the need to read for classes got "in the way" of my personal reading. Now at home with my son and with more time on my hands I hope to get back into reading more like I used to and maybe instill the love of reading in my son as he grows. :) Looking forward to joining the group! Oh my favorite author would be John Grisham (trying to expand that to more favorites) and I just started reading, The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd. On a mission to read all of the books on the OBC list!
Hi all. I am Sree from Hyderabad, India. This is the first time I am doing a 52 books challenge for the year. Some of my favorite authors are Elizabeth Gaskell, Jane Austen, Isabel Allende and Malcolm Gladwell. I like period novels and frequently follow up reading the novel with watching a movie adaptation. I look forward to your recommendations!
Hi! The Slim Habit has been out a few weeks now. Right now folks are reading and commenting "... I was recommending it to friends and family well before I finished reading. Recommended for everyone!" I want this book to make a real difference to people's lives, for them to stop being weight watchers and become weight managers. Exciting times for me, and I hope rewarding times for my readers.
Hi! I'm Marsha from Michigan.. Enjoy books!!! Lol
Hello! I'm Sarah, from the Houston area in Texas. I wouldn't say I have A favorite, but one book that stands out in my mind is The Green Mile and one author who stands out in my mind is Neil Gaiman. Excellent book, excellent author! I look forward to reading with y'all! :)
Hi everyone, I'm Skye from NJ. I adore Oprah's selection of books and seriously, I am very fond of her for many reasons.
I am the author of an all new desegregation novel entitled Action Words: Journey of a Journalist on New Orleans writer Ora M. Lewis. http://www.OraMLewis.com.
Hi, I am Kecia from Idaho. I loved to read as a young adult. Having four children and a full-time job made it hard to read. Now that my children are grown and the last one getting ready to leave the nest I have more time to myself. I have started reading again. I have to admit to a love of trashy novels but also like to read the classics. I liked Oprah's previous book club selections and thought I would try it again.
Hello Everyone! I'm Heidi. Primarily brought up in Texas and recently moved to Los Angeles after twenty-five years living abroad...in Singapore, New Zealand, Australia, Dubai, and Canada. Not moving again! Enjoy reading a variety of genres. I also have a passion for writing. My first novel was recently published and I'm working on a sequel. Lots of fun! Oprah's Book Club is a fabulous way to connect and share great reads. Thrilled I joined!
I'm Warner. I am from Texas. I don't have a favorite author at this time... I am finding new ones all of the time. I enjoy a variety of genres but I tend to read more of adult fiction, mystery, poetry, inspirational, self-help/how-to, autobiographical, and biographical types of books. Since I have a great interest in writing children's short stories I also enjoy reading children's books as well as YA. I belong to and participate in leadership roles in a few local writers groups in Texas. My aspiration is to become a published children's book author and I am working on my craft everyday. In the mean time, it is enjoyable discover new books and new people sharing the same interests with new ideas.
Hi, I'm Jill, an intl educator living in my 7th country, Honduras. I have also published two memoirs about living and working around the world, and am currently working on my 3rd. Along with writing I read and shop. I am on GR everyday looking for good books (when I'm not shopping :))So nice to be part of this group!
Welcome, Jill. It sounds like you've had an interesting life. I love traveling to other countries and we're thinking about trying to live elsewhere for a portion of each year. I look forward to hearing about your international experiences. What do you teach?
Lisa wrote: "Welcome, Jill. It sounds like you've had an interesting life. I love traveling to other countries and we're thinking about trying to live elsewhere for a portion of each year. I look forward to hea..."Hi Lisa, I just sent you a personal message. I'm working as an assistant elementary principal at an American school in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. I love living overseas. Where are you thinking of moving to?
Hi, my name is George Roberts, I am an author but I love a lot of different genres but mystery/thriller always gets my attention. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle to Dan Brown. Nice to meet everyone.
Hello beautiful people. My name is Padma Lhamo and I am from Ladakh, India. My favourite author as of now is Khaled Hosseini. And the book I absolutely loved is "A Thousand Splendid Suns."
My name is Jennice and I'm from NYC. My favorite authors are Anne Rice,Eric Jerome Dickey,and Alice Hoffman
Hi Jennice: I believe Anne Rice has received too little credit from many; The Witching Hour and Interview with the Vampire were truly masterpieces with many elements of Gothicism. Her research is also impressive.
Hello everyone. My name is Tracy and I live in Central Indiana. I enjoy reading a variety of authors, both current and classic. I'm currently reading a series by Terri Blackstock which is very enjoyable.Tracy
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HI everyone! I am Linda in Stockholm, Sweden. I enjoy books and travel. I think reading a book is like traveling to a new place and traveling feels like reading a new book.
Linda wrote: "HI everyone! I am Linda in Stockholm, Sweden. I enjoy books and travel. I think reading a book is like traveling to a new place and traveling feels like reading a new book."Hi! I live in India. I am told that you learn more by travelling to a new place than by reading a book .
Hello Readers!My name is Nastasja and I am joining this group from Switzerland!
One of my favourite books at the moment is M Train by Patti Smith.
I really enjoy the style of her writing and the personal stories that she shares. There is something magical about the book.
Looking forward to interacting with you!
Thank you!
Hi Nastasja from Switzerland, you have a very pretty name!My name is Sharon Hodge Cureton from the U.S. and I have written a book that focuses on a personal story that I think you may like to read. Look me up, read my book and critique it. Thanks!
Sending Love-Peace-n-Blessings!
My name is J. D. Anthony and I've written a novel entitled WILLIAM LIGHTFOOT, "What if the meek really did inherit the earth?" The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, states: "All Indigenous Peoples have the right of self-determination. By virtue of that right they freely determine their political status and freely pursue their economic, social, and cultural development."
http://lightfootbook.com
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Hello!I'm Vicente, from Brazil.
My favorite book author is a Brazilian writer, Machado de Assis. Everyone who likes to read should try. I point out the books Posthumous Memoirs of Brás Cubas and Dom Casmurro. In my humble opinion, these are the two best book every written in Portuguese language.
Hi there, my name is Aggie and I am new to the Oprah Book Club. I live in New Mexico. How does this work? Do we just read at our own pace and discuss on this page? Or are certain chapters "assigned" and discussed on a certain thread, etc? Thanks!
Hello VicenteYou are right! Dom Casmurro is a wonderful book. I will read Posthumous Memoirs of Brás Cubas. Currently juggling between Portuguese and English. ;) May I also suggest William Lightfoot by Jon D. Anthony? Thanks for the suggestions.
Vicente wrote: "Hello!
I'm Vicente, from Brazil.
My favorite book author is a Brazilian writer, Machado de Assis. Everyone who likes to read should try. I point out the books Posthumous Memoirs of Brás Cubas and D..."
Vicente wrote: "Hello!
I'm Vicente, from Brazil.
My favorite book author is a Brazilian writer, Machado de Assis. Everyone who likes to read should try. I point out the books Posthumous Memoirs of Brás Cubas and D..."
Hello my name is Roxana and I'm in Frisco, TX. My favorite book is Gone With The Wind.
Hi My name is Anika, I am joining this club because I love Oprah and everything she represents. Right now my favorite author is Jojo Moyes. I just finished reading Me Before You and I absolutely LOVED it!!!
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