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[Angela, I'm Silverfox lost]

Margret, I'll leave Pandora's Star as too read and for you to change in the bookshelf, as I just updated the books the group is currently reading with it being the 1st of August here ;-).

[Dave]

Hey :)

Just casting a net out to see if anyone would be interested in doing a buddy read of The Wise Man's Fear around the middle of this month, 16th'ish? :)

Happy Reading,
Dave.

[Drew]

Hey all, I posted in the wrong place yesterday so I am reposting it here.

I've been reading gobs of Dan Abnett titles from the Black Library (www.blacklibrary.com) and it's a shame he's not widely recognized as a force in the SF&F community other than by those who've managed to stumble upon his books, likely because they were tabletop gamers and decided to look into his Warhammer creations.

He's quickly growing in my esteem, ascending the list of authors I can't miss, and I just ordered the first Gaunt's Ghosts Omnibus from www.thriftbooks.com. I've heard spectacular things about this series, and while I'm generally an exclusive epic fantasy reader, Mr. Abnett is an author I'd love to endorse and spread the word about. I just read his Eisenhorn Omnibus and it was, when taken as one volume (it's actually 5 connecting stories--3 novels and 2 short stories--gathered into one volume), an excellent read that I wish I had buddied with someone for. I can tell you that the story is very sci-fi light, and very character-driven. I know some people are kind of frightened by the genre of sci-fi, myself being one of them, but this is essentially fantasy told through an investigative series of planets with sci-fi settings.

Anyway, let me get to the point. I'm posting to find out if anyone would be interested in buddying at some point for a read of Gaunt's Ghosts: The Founding by Dan Abnett. It's a collection of the first three stories in the Gaunt's Ghosts catalog. I think there are something like 14 books in total. I'm excited to read it and I think it would be really fun to buddy read but I want to find out if there is any interest at all. Looking at early September as a start time. Thanks all.

[Ahdam]

Andrew wrote: "Hey all, I posted in the wrong place yesterday so I am reposting it here.

I've been reading gobs of Dan Abnett titles from the Black Library (www.blacklibrary.com) and it's a shame he's not widely..."

Hmm I've heard of Warhammer and that its a tabetop game and that's it (I'm young give me a break) but this sounds very interesting since I want to get into it and this Warhammer mythos although I'm booked up for early September so maybe a bit later for me but like I said I'm interested to see what this Warhammer universe is like

[Drew]

Ahdam wrote: "Hmm I've heard of Warhammer and that its a tabetop game and that's it (I'm young give me a break) but this sounds very interesting since I want to get into it and this Warhammer mythos although I'm booked up for early September so maybe a bit later for me but like I said I'm interested to see what this Warhammer universe is like ."

I think you will be impressed. I have never actually played the tabletop game, although I have made and painted some miniatures and purchased a couple of their RPG books, and I could not be more impressed with their novels.
I started with the Horus Heresy Humble Bundle that was available earlier this year or last year some time. Those are from the Warhammer universe (set 10,000 years before 40K.. so.. 30K?) and are so interesting. So far I have read 4 of those and 4 novels in the current universe. Just know, it is a big endeavor if you get hooked. There are something like 45 Horus Heresy books and counting, and more 40K books than I could begin to catalog. A quick google search for "Warhammer reading order" should yield some interesting suggestions about where to begin, although there is no real established order. Anyway, I'm rambling, but the books I have read have been very high quality and satisfied the epic fantasy (but in the future.. on various planets) itch within, particularly the omnibus editions with gather the full spectrum in one volume (and there are dozens of omnibus titles available in the Black Library). I hope you join us. We could perhaps aim for mid-September if that is the general consensus. Best regards.

[Ahdam]

Wow I've never realised how big the world is and I've seen some of the warhammer books in the bookstore so I'll have to see what there like but since I found out that there is no real order and different writers adding in stuff then I'll start with this series and if I like the first couple of books then I'll consider having a look at Horus heresy as well since a lot of them consider it good starts or so I see

I need to research this thing as well because this is so big and unfortunately I have no friends meaning playing the game is out of the question and even so I've played some card games and I SUCK SO BAD hahaha but yeah I'll definitely join maybe then I'll figure out what the hell is with this universe hahaha

[Drew]

Ahdam wrote: "Wow I've never realised how big the world is and I've seen some of the warhammer books in the bookstore so I'll have to see what there like but since I found out that there is no real order and dif..."

Ha! I know what you mean! I am atrocious at strategy games. That's why I enjoy RPGs -- you're on a team, no real way to lose, etc. -- and spend more time reading than anything else. I used to actually be kinda jealous at how people could throw themselves into video games... they seemed to be having so much fun!... but then I realized that that is just not my thing. Reading is my thing and when I need that gaming fix, tabletop gaming is my go-to. Even that is only 8 or 9 times a year.
Man I am glad you are going to dive into the Warhammer universe! You think you could do mid-September for Gaunt's Ghosts: The Founding?

As for Horus Heresy, I have heard both sides of the argument.. some say you gotta read the 40K stuff for a while and then go back and read the "history" so to speak, the Horus Heresy series, since that is kind of the big turning point in the Warhammer mythos. I had no idea what I was doing and I just dove right in to the Horus Heresy before ever reading anything set in the "modern" 40K universe and I don't feel that I missed out on any of the experience of it all, so I think it really just has to do with what you find and what interests you. One non-negotiable I would say is to read something by Dan Abnett first, whether it be Horus Rising, Eisenhorn, or something else. He has written the most, and he seems to be the guy the Black Library turns to when they want to kick off a major event or whatever. He's a really good author. Highly recommended and I am excited for some Gaunt's Ghosts.

[Ahdam]

Cool yeah mid to late will do for me I can only do a date after the 20th but if you want to do mid then I can catch up to you guys on a letter date but yeah we'll see how it goes and I'm definitely joining now I know how big this thing is and I love BIG

[Drew]

Sounds good. Sometime in the week of September 15th we'll go. That's a Friday, and the Monday would be the 18th, so that may be the best option to start Gaunt's Ghosts: The Founding. And that'll give me time to finish up a few books in the interim.

[Laura]

Would anyone be interested in reading Ysabel by Guy G. Kay with me?

[Laura]

Is anybody still reading Nevernight?

[Seán]

Andrew wrote: "Hey all, I posted in the wrong place yesterday so I am reposting it here.

I've been reading gobs of Dan Abnett titles from the Black Library (www.blacklibrary.com) and it's a shame he's not widely..."

I've got the first 20 Horus Heresy books sitting on my shelf - got them on a crazy deal and figured they'd come in handy one day - so if there's ever interest in a massive read of them I would definitely be interested!

[Drew]

Seán wrote: "I've got the first 20 Horus Heresy books sitting on my shelf - got them on a crazy deal and figured they'd come in handy one day - so if there's ever interest in a massive read of them I would definitely be interested!"

If this Gaunt's Ghosts buddy read goes well, I'll buddy read some of those Horus Heresy books. Though I've already read the first 4 and I don't re-read, so I'd probably be looking at Fulgrim.

[Ahdam]

Okay this is the first time I've done this but I was wondering if anyone would be interested in reading Age of Assassins by R.J Barker or Battlemage by Stephen Aryan since I've read the first couple of pages of these 2 books and there very interesting whether you want to do one of the 2 or both that's fine with me but I'm hoping we could do it sometime in November (Booked up for earlier month so yeah)

[Anne-Marie]

Dave wrote: "Hey :)

Just casting a net out to see if anyone would be interested in doing a buddy read of The Wise Man's Fear around the middle of this month, 16th'ish? :)

Happy Reading,
Dave."


I haven't read it yet, i might be interested.

Anne

[Dave]

Anne-Marie wrote: "Dave wrote: "Hey :)

Just casting a net out to see if anyone would be interested in doing a buddy read of The Wise Man's Fear around the middle of this month, 16th'ish? :)

Happy Rea..."

Awesome! :) Let me know if you're interested and if the date suits you closer to the time? :)

[Silvana]

Anyone want to join the second wave of Tigana buddy read with me and Ahdam around November/December?

[Joshua]

Ahdam wrote: "Okay this is the first time I've done this but I was wondering if anyone would be interested in reading Age of Assassins by R.J Barker or Battlemage by Stephen Aryan..."

Definitely sounds interesting! I'll make sure to have the book in November. Let me know if you have a specific date in mind later on.

[Ahdam]

Sorry but which book are you talking about Joshua I listed 2 different ones and yeah I was hoping to get a few people and we could plan it october November time or something

[Joshua]

Sorry, Ahdamn. I should have clarified. I was talking about the Age of Assassins by R.J. Barker.

[C.P.]

A friend in another group wants to buddy read Fool Moon, so I'm going to start it with her on Saturday or Sunday. I know some of us who read Storm Front talked about doing more of the series, so if anyone is up for reading this one let me know. I will probably be reading it slowly, so if you can't start right away that's fine.

[Ahdam]

I may join you for that CP since I may finish the book I'm reading a lot quicker than expected I may jump into fool moon plus I'm liking the series so far

[Seán]

I've had the first three books on my shelf for years, so I'll take the chance to start up Dresden Files C.P. I think I need something nice and light to break up some of the longer books.

[Angela, I'm Silverfox lost]

I've set up a thread for Fool Moon C.P. I put the 13th August, but doesn't matter if starting earlier. It's a good read. I hope you enjoy.

[C.P.]

Thank you!

[Angela, I'm Silverfox lost]

No problem. I'll try and comment in the thread, as I love this series :-).

[Chris]

C.P. wrote: "A friend in another group wants to buddy read Fool Moon, so I'm going to start it with her on Saturday or Sunday. I know some of us who read Storm Front talked about doing more of the ..."

I could start it in about a week, I'm trying to finish a few right now.

[C.P.]

Great, Chris! Angela set us a thread. Like I said, I'll probably take this one slow. I'm reading a couple of others right now as well.

[Cheesu]

Andrew wrote: "Hey all, I posted in the wrong place yesterday so I am reposting it here.

I've been reading gobs of Dan Abnett titles from the Black Library (www.blacklibrary.com) and it's a shame he's not widely..."

Dan Abnett is a gift directly from the God Emperor!
Got through a serious chunk of Horus Heresy, and his were always the best books in the series. Gaunt's Ghosts is a great read. If you haven't yet, then the Ravenor and Eisenhorn series are also fantastic! I'm down to buddy read through any Black Library books with you.

[Drew]

Cheesu yes Abnett is so good. I plan to read Ravenor. Eisenhorn was excellent and his Horus Heresy books set the standard. He's just a really good author, exceptional at creating characters that stick with you. Case in point: the incredible supporting cast from Eisenstein.

[Scott , Karsa Orlong]

Chronicles of the Exile proposed schedule.

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

[Chris]

I have this book planned for September in another group, but thought it might have appeal here too:

Cold Counsel

Anyone interested in joining?

[Scott , Karsa Orlong]

Chris wrote: "I have this book planned for September in another group, but thought it might have appeal here too:

Cold Counsel

Anyone interested in joining?"

Looks interesting and I added it to the TBR but I'm overbooked.

[Sara]

Any one interested in trading the super short Unicorn Tracks by Julie Ember?

[Joshua]

Chris wrote: "I have this book planned for September in another group, but thought it might have appeal here too:

I'm interested! Sounds like a good read.

[Margret, Caladan Brood Face]

For anyone not quite finished with the First Law singles, Scott and I are reading Sharp Ends on Sept 5th

[Saar The Book owl]

Is there anyone who wants to do a buddy read for the first part of 'The kingkiller chronicle': The Name of the Wind (part 1).

[Dave]

Saar wrote: "Is there anyone who wants to do a buddy read for the first part of 'The kingkiller chronicle': The Name of the Wind (part 1)."

Just finished it :( Hope you enjoy it though - it's such a good read :)

[Saar The Book owl]

I hope too. It's on my TBR - pile for too long.

[Steffan]

Is there anyone who would like to buddy read Spoonbenders by Daryl Gregory?

[Justin]

Saar wrote: "Is there anyone who wants to do a buddy read for the first part of 'The kingkiller chronicle': The Name of the Wind (part 1)."

Saar! I wish I could go back in time and re-read this a new again for the first time. Enjoy it when you get around to it, it is truly amazing!

[Saar The Book owl]

Thank you, Justin. I've read many posts saying it's a very good book. I'm curious! I still hope to find a buddy.

[Seán]

Saar wrote: "Thank you, Justin. I've read many posts saying it's a very good book. I'm curious! I still hope to find a buddy."

I'm about half-way through and have put it down for the moment. I'm not sure whether to pick it back up or just DNF it. If there's a few interested in reading it I'll definitely hop in and maybe push through to get ticked off the list.

[Sha]

I haven't been able to read The Name of the Wind yet (I keep having to put it down and by the time I pick it up again I've forgotten most of what I've read, which means restarting), so I could try.

It'll have to wait till September at the very least, though- August is... busy.

Also hello I am new and don't have any idea how any of this works so let me know if I'm doing anything wrong please.

[Saar The Book owl]

@Sean and Sha: I will start reading it in October, because September is to full. So, if you're still up to it, then it would be great.

[Saar The Book owl]

And welcome, Sha. I'm new here also.

[Seán]

@Saar That sounds good - I'll hopefully have read some shorter stuff in the meantime to kickstart my reading. I had read a lot of longer books before picking up TNotW, so I think it's slower pace just bogged me down a bit.

And welcome to you and Sha! It's as simple as finding an upcoming read you're interested in and hopping in on the relevant thread (listed alphabetically by author on the main group page), or do like now and suggest a book and date in here. Things are pretty active here right now so it's a great time to find some folk to chat about books with!

[Sha]

October sounds good. :) And thank you for the help.

Oooooh Oathbringer...

[Saar The Book owl]

I've asked to add the book as a buddy thread. If anyone is also interested...:)

[Dave]

Hey! :)

Is anyone open for a buddy read in September/October of The Final Empire - book one in the Mistborn Series? :)