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Adam wrote: "Dustin wrote: "Adam wrote: "That is a tough one, Rick. I would say just about any off our stories. Maybe The Corpus Corruptum for a sampling of both of our short stories. Only 0.99, so it is a barg..."You're welcome. You can tell by reading it that you had to have had a blast writing it!
I might have gone a
little
crazy at a fantastic used bookstore I came across in North Charleston tonight. Guess my TBR list just got longer! 
Evans wrote: "I might have gone a
little
crazy at a fantastic used bookstore I came across in North Charleston tonight. Guess my TBR list just got longer!
"
You got Swan Song!
little
crazy at a fantastic used bookstore I came across in North Charleston tonight. Guess my TBR list just got longer!
"
You got Swan Song!
I feel a group read coming for Swan Song. I used to have the paperback (with the cover you posted on our page) but it is long lost. I did buy the kindle version and curious if it will have the same impact as it did when I was a teenager.
Adam wrote: "I feel a group read coming for Swan Song. I used to have the paperback (with the cover you posted on our page) but it is long lost. I did buy the kindle version and curious if it will have the same..."
I think it would be an excellent idea to put this book on our poll for August?
I think it would be an excellent idea to put this book on our poll for August?
Swan Song would be awesome! Sounds like a great idea soon!
August sound OK to everyone? I've already posted the poll for our July reads and I don't think I can fit in another buddy read right now. Mandatory seven day a week overtime right now at work :(
Adam wrote: "I feel a group read coming for Swan Song. I used to have the paperback (with the cover you posted on our page) but it is long lost. I did buy the kindle version and curious if it will have the same..."Well, it held up for me, but it probably came down a star, if that makes any sense. I read it this past October, I think, after not reading it for nearly twenty years. I held that book in extremely high regard, though. I still think it's every bit as good as THE STAND.
Adam wrote: "I can't wait!"Me either...love how the book choices seem to be just happening organically!
Sharon wrote: "Adam wrote: "I can't wait!"Me either...love how the book choices seem to be just happening organically!"
We are already becoming a universal mind in this group.
Evans wrote: "I might have gone a little
crazy at a fantastic used bookstore I came across in North Charleston tonight. Guess my TBR list just got longer!
"
Whoa! What a great haul! I wish I could have been there picking those shelves apart with you.
Nice haul there Evans! Impressive! I just read Swan Song end of last year so not quite ready to revisit. I look forward to the discussion though.
Adam wrote: "Evans wrote: "I might have gone a little
crazy at a fantastic used bookstore I came across in North Charleston tonight. Guess my TBR list just got longer!
"
Whoa! What a great haul! I wish I..."
Don't worry, I left plenty on the shelves for you (or you can borrow some of these sometime!). The price was right: between $1.80-$3 per book! Got all of this for the price of two new hardbacks.
Last day of vacation- ahh! Didn't get much reading done but spent some wonderful days with my older children at the Ozarks. First vacation with all the kids since they all moved out and it was so great!! One condo, all together just relaxing and hanging out. Definitely have to do this again.
I am about to go for a day out with the family. Sadly no book store for me today. :/ I think I will survive, it is practically a weekly visit as it is.
I am depressed! Went to the only dang bookstore within 15 miles of my house looking for Swan Song, Under the Dome, and World War Z. No good on ANY of them. Oh well, that's what they make digital copies for. Guess I'll have to visit Amazon and give them more of my money. They should have made some serious profits off me by now. Sad part is - books aren't the only thing I buy from them.
Cindy wrote: "Adam wrote: "I feel a group read coming for Swan Song. I used to have the paperback (with the cover you posted on our page) but it is long lost. I did buy the kindle version and curious if it will ..."Yes, terrific idea! I love Swan Song!!
Chuck wrote: "Adam wrote: "I feel a group read coming for Swan Song. I used to have the paperback (with the cover you posted on our page) but it is long lost. I did buy the kindle version and curious if it will ..."I think Swan Song is almost better than The Stand. Am I only one to feel that way?
Hey Cindy - bet you could find it used for cheap from an independent bookseller on Amazon or eBay
Yes Evans, I just made a comment somewhere on the discussion board about how much money Amazon has made off me. Pitiful is all I can say. BUT fun!
Me too! I'm becoming a certified book hoarder
Adam wrote: "It is close, Dustin."I like Swan Song a little more simply because it moves along at a much quicker pace (that middle section of The Stand can be a bit difficult and tedious,) plus Swan is really up there with my favorite fictional characters. She's awesome on so many levels!!
I am a bit old-fashioned and wouldn't have read a digital book if you gave it to me a couple of years ago. BUT it sure takes up less space AND my nasty cigarette smoke doesn't mess up the book.
I'm a bit old-fashioned, as well, Cindy. So far, I've only read one e-book..
Dustin wrote: "I'm a bit old-fashioned, as well, Cindy. So far, I've only read one e-book.."
Actually, I like them better in ways. Highlighting, notes, etc.
Actually, I like them better in ways. Highlighting, notes, etc.
Was my short story your initiation into the ebook world, Dustin?
And don't forget about the online dictionary at your fingertips with an ebook. Or am I the only person left who likes to look up words unknown?
I haven't read a paper book in at least 10 years. It's was mainly PDFS back then. Now it's all mobi and epub for me.
Cindy, that is one of my favorite things with my Kindle!
Just got home and would like to read more of The Hobbit tonight, but I've been up since 5:30 this morning so we'll just have to see. Hope everyone is having a great Friday night!
Dustin wrote: "Adam wrote: "That is a tough one, Rick. I would say just about any off our stories. Maybe The Corpus Corruptum for a sampling of both of our short stories. Only 0.99, so it is a bargain. Or check o..."Thanks for the recommendation Dustin, I think I'll pick that up and give it a shot. I've also been looking at the limited edition of Screamscapes. I don't know if there are any left, but if so, I think I might buy one this weekend. Looks incredible!!
Cindy wrote: "I am depressed! Went to the only dang bookstore within 15 miles of my house looking for Swan Song, Under the Dome, and World War Z. No good on ANY of them. Oh well, that's what they make digital co..."Cindy, have you ever checked out www.abebooks.com? I know there's a lot of online sites out there, but this is definitely one of the bigger ones. When we used to own our used bookstore, we also sold online through abebooks, and I still purchase through them today. It's a great resource.
Thanks Rick! I will keep them in mind.
Adam wrote: "Was my short story your initiation into the ebook world, Dustin?"No, I read that one via Goodreads, when it was free.:)
My one e-book was actually The Pillars of the Earth. Thank you for asking.
Rick wrote: "Dustin wrote: "Adam wrote: "That is a tough one, Rick. I would say just about any off our stories. Maybe The Corpus Corruptum for a sampling of both of our short stories. Only 0.99, so it is a barg..."You're welcome, Rick. I forgot to mention it before, but please be forewarned that some aspects of Adam's story can be a little graphic and hard to stomach.
I have a copy of Screamscapes, limited edition. I can't wait to get started! I hope you enjoy the Light brothers' work.
Cindy wrote: "And don't forget about the online dictionary at your fingertips with an ebook. Or am I the only person left who likes to look up words unknown?"Nope, not the only one. I often look up unfamiliar words.:)
I am currently making an attempt at reading for an hour or so before I have to leave AGAIN. Never ending saga. However, my overtime this weekend was cancelled. Thank goodness. I may actually have time to catch up on some reading :).
Cindy wrote: "I am currently making an attempt at reading for an hour or so before I have to leave AGAIN. Never ending saga. However, my overtime this weekend was cancelled. Thank goodness. I may actually have t..."Yay, for reading time!!:)
Have a wonderful weekend, Cindy! I hate to cut it short, but I have a birthday party to attend in a little bit and I truly must be going.
Happy reading, everyone!!
My vacation officially ended this morning as we picked three worn out but happy boys from a week of outdoor adventure camp. Took them to see Monsters University this evening, excellent film if you like pixar, their best by far since Toy Story 3.
Hope everybody is having a great weekend so far, hoping to finish up Nos4A2 this weekend, getting close.
Had to swing by that used bookstore in North Charleston for one last shakedown before heading home yesterday, and found a few more bargains for the collection!
Evans wrote: "Had to swing by that used bookstore in North Charleston for one last shakedown before heading home yesterday, and found a few more bargains for the collection!"
I wouldn't mind reading THE OUTSIDERS again.
Evans wrote: "My vacation officially ended this morning as we picked three worn out but happy boys from a week of outdoor adventure camp. Took them to see Monsters University this evening, excellent film if you ..."
I bet they had a lot of fun at adventure camp and seeing the movie :)
I bet they had a lot of fun at adventure camp and seeing the movie :)
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I don't either Chuck :(