Group Chat

[Arundhati]

Shera (Book Whispers) wrote: "You're right. The old covers are awesome in highlighting the retelling. I want to be greedy and have both covers!!"

Haha. I totally get you. Even I feel the compulsion to own every pretty edition of my favorites :)

I have heard of Nalini Singh though never read anything from her. You seem to be a big fan of hers. So what genre are these books exactly? Fantasy romance or contemporary ones?
My list of book bfs is too long but on the top of it is Kaladin from the Stormlight Archive. He doesn't even hav a romance arc in the books but I love him so much. I was really obsessed with him while reading the series.

[Shera (Book Whispers)]

She writes paranormal romance with her Psy-changeling books. But that feels so basic. What makes that series amazing is the high concept and expert skill of her world building. Not even high concept fantasy can best it. Or sci-fi. It does have a new couple each book, but the grand scope of the ideas and stories behind it are world changing. Her characters are so rich and vibrant. I love how unique each one is. Not to mention friendships and found family are very powerful themes. Her Guild Hunter books are more Urban Fantasy, and she's now writing some vcontemporary murder mysteries.

Ah, Sanderson. I bought his books when Mistborn came out and I keep buying them. I have his books coming in the mail. I have never read anything by him, but it's funny I might read Skyward first!! Ha-ha!

[『 ᴋʀɪꜱ ☕︎ 』]

Oh, me and my sister own skyward!

[Rushali, Head Mod]

Hello everyone! We have updated the group logo and cover, along with group bio, let us know how do you find it!

[Erica]

Looks good to me. Although I can't read the titles of the books so grr. ;)

[Rushali, Head Mod]

Erica wrote: "Looks good to me. Although I can't read the titles of the books so grr. ;)"

Oh those are random...you don't need to read them lol

[B]

Rushali wrote: "Hello everyone! We have updated the group logo and cover, along with group bio, let us know how do you find it!"

I was going to say I loved them! Who made it? :)

[Rushali, Head Mod]

Bhavya wrote: "Rushali wrote: "Hello everyone! We have updated the group logo and cover, along with group bio, let us know how do you find it!"

I was going to say I loved them! Who made it? :)"

Oh thanks! I am glad you liked them...I made them, though the quotes are from Mango and Elisa. I am never good at such things lol

[B]

Rushali wrote: "Bhavya wrote: "Rushali wrote: "Hello everyone! We have updated the group logo and cover, along with group bio, let us know how do you find it!"

I was going to say I loved them! Who made it? :)"

O..."

Teamwork is dreamwork ❤️
You’ll did an amazing job. 🤗

[Rushali, Head Mod]

Bhavya wrote: "Rushali wrote: "Bhavya wrote: "Rushali wrote: "Hello everyone! We have updated the group logo and cover, along with group bio, let us know how do you find it!"

I was going to say I loved them! Who..."

Thanks Bhavya!❤️
We spent awful amount of time on this...glad it turned out to be good.

[B]

Rushali wrote: "Bhavya wrote: "Rushali wrote: "Bhavya wrote: "Rushali wrote: "Hello everyone! We have updated the group logo and cover, along with group bio, let us know how do you find it!"

I was going to say I ..."

We can see the effort. 🥰

[Shera (Book Whispers)]

I was just gonna say the logo changed! Love the look. The colors are so cheery! I, also love the bookmark quote. I love bookmarks, but I have one I made and use since Junior high. That thing is almost two decades old!

[Shera (Book Whispers)]

Lunar ~ COOL BIO (Check if you dare) ~ 0w0 wrote: "Oh, me and my sister own skyward!"

Read it yet? Liked it?

[Rushali, Head Mod]

Shera (Book Whispers) wrote: "I was just gonna say the logo changed! Love the look. The colors are so cheery! I, also love the bookmark quote. I love bookmarks, but I have one I made and use since Junior high. That thing is alm..."

Thanks! The quote was made by Mango 😀

[Queen V™]

AHHHH 500 MEMBERS CONGRATS!!

[Arundhati]

Shera (Book Whispers) wrote: "She writes paranormal romance with her Psy-changeling books. But that feels so basic. What makes that series amazing is the high concept and expert skill of her world building. Not even high concep..."

Oooo paranormal. I have never read anything paranormal. This would seem a good place to start. Sanderson is my favorite author and I pretty much own all the books by him. He usually writes adult fantasy but skyward was his first YA work. Read skyward and liked it. I am yet to read Starsight.

[Arundhati]

Rushali wrote: "Hello everyone! We have updated the group logo and cover, along with group bio, let us know how do you find it!"

It's really beautiful Rushali. Definitely looks like a lot of work has gone into it. Great job you guys!!!

[Rushali, Head Mod]

Queen V wrote: "AHHHH 500 MEMBERS CONGRATS!!"

Thanks! 😍 It wouldn't have been possible without you guys really! Thanks a lot V! You have been a constant member of this group, when it was just new!

[Rushali, Head Mod]

Arundhati wrote: "Rushali wrote: "Hello everyone! We have updated the group logo and cover, along with group bio, let us know how do you find it!"

It's really beautiful Rushali. Definitely looks like a lot of work ..."

Thanks Arundhati! 😀❤️
I am glad it worked out for everyone 🤗
It's teamwork 😊

[Shera (Book Whispers)]

Arundhati wrote: "Shera (Book Whispers) wrote: "She writes paranormal romance with her Psy-changeling books. But that feels so basic. What makes that series amazing is the high concept and expert skill of her world ..."

What!!? Just kidding. I'm a paranormal and Urban Fantasy junkie. The Psy-Changeling books are classified as Paranormal Romance. So each book gets a new couple lead.

I feel bad that I keep putting off Sanderson's work. It's odd because I watch his interviews, classes, and lessons. His books I just won't pick up! I know I'm going to love them!

[Rushali, Head Mod]

Btw, nice profile pic Arundhati :)

[Erica]

Okay Shera what's besides psy changling series, which I've only read a short story from, what's a urban fantasy book/series I need to read?

[Arundhati]

Most people are intimidated by the sheer size of his books. Like none of his books àre less than 700pgs and he does such elaborate world building. But I have to say he writes the best endings. I usually end up either so high and pumped up or crying my eyes after reading. I hope you like it when you read them Shera :)

[Shera (Book Whispers)]

Erica wrote: "Okay Shera what's besides psy changling series, which I've only read a short story from, what's a urban fantasy book/series I need to read?"

Most of her shorts for the series require you already know characters are invested. So I don't think that's the best start.

Urban Fantasy:


First are adult and then YA. That should give you a starting point.

[Shera (Book Whispers)]

Arundhati wrote: "Most people are intimidated by the sheer size of his books. Like none of his books àre less than 700pgs and he does such elaborate world building. But I have to say he writes the best endings. I us..."



To be honest I don't care about page numbers. As long as the story is well paced and the page count utilized properly. Sounds like Sanderson makes you get the feels! I've watched interviews where he talks about how he "doesn't feel emotions" like everyone else, so he writes and reads to create them. It was so interesting. Maybe that's why I always hear about how powerful his works can be.

I just got done with a brillaint portal fantasy that I LOVED! Over 600 pages well done.

[Erica]

Shera (Book Whispers) wrote: "Erica wrote: "Okay Shera what's besides psy changling series, which I've only read a short story from, what's a urban fantasy book/series I need to read?"

Most of her shorts for the series require..."

I've read or started all but three of those options thanks though.

[Arundhati]

Shera (Book Whispers) wrote: "Arundhati wrote: "Most people are intimidated by the sheer size of his books. Like none of his books àre less than 700pgs and he does such elaborate world building. But I have to say he writes the ..."

Then you are gonna love his work. He writes some really complex and layered characters. It's just ❤. I love big books too. What's a portal fantasy? Like characters getting transferred to some other dimension or such? Never heard of it before.

[Shera (Book Whispers)]

Erica wrote: "Shera (Book Whispers) wrote: "Erica wrote: "Okay Shera what's besides psy changling series, which I've only read a short story from, what's a urban fantasy book/series I need to read?"

Most of her..."

Okay, I can dig up for lesser known titles if you want? I always do the big ones.

[Rushali, Head Mod]

Has anyone here read books by Helen Hoang?


and

[Mia]

In my TBR since forever! and I heard they're really good ◉‿◉

[Arundhati]

I have !!! I really loved The Kiss quotient but can't say the same for The Bride Test. But I would say she is a great author and writes really good books. Rushali do give The Kiss Quotient a try if you are looking for a steamy romance with an absolutely adorable hero and a totally dorky heroine.

[Rushali, Head Mod]

Mia wrote: "In my TBR since forever! and I heard they're really good ◉‿◉"

Oh great, these are awesome books! Must read them.

[Rushali, Head Mod]

Arundhati wrote: "I have !!! I really loved The Kiss quotient but can't say the same for The Bride Test. But I would say she is a great author and writes really good books. Rushali do give The Kiss Quotient a try if..."

I have already read these and I love both! I am actually desperately waiting for the third book, are you with me there?

[Shera (Book Whispers)]

Arundhati wrote: "Shera (Book Whispers) wrote: "Arundhati wrote: "Most people are intimidated by the sheer size of his books. Like none of his books àre less than 700pgs and he does such elaborate world building. Bu..."

Yes!!! I own his Stormlight books in ebook form so that I don't have to worry about size! And wieght!

Yeah. Portal fantasy is someone from our world gets transported to another world/realm. Like Narnia. I'm a huge fantasy reader so sometimes I forget others don't know all the terms.

Like a lot of anime is portal fantasy. And Asian dramas in general. I think that's why I like them so much!

[Shera (Book Whispers)]

Rushali wrote: "Has anyone here read books by Helen Hoang?


and "

I keep seeing them floating around. It's not one of my top genres, and I'm pretty picky about it.

[Arundhati]

I am right there with you Rushali!! Waiting for the third one :)

[Rushali, Head Mod]

Arundhati wrote: "I am right there with you Rushali!! Waiting for the third one :)"

Yeah!!

[Erica]

Shera (Book Whispers) wrote: "Erica wrote: "Shera (Book Whispers) wrote: "Erica wrote: "Okay Shera what's besides psy changling series, which I've only read a short story from, what's a urban fantasy book/series I need to read?..."

No I'm good you reminded me I should track down book 2 for Karen Chance's series.

[Erica]

Rushali wrote: "Has anyone here read books by Helen Hoang?


and "

I loved these. Kiss Quotient is my favourite of the two and yes I'm waiting for number 3. It's great to read about people on the spectrum written by someone is who also.

[Shera (Book Whispers)]

Erica wrote: "Shera (Book Whispers) wrote: "Erica wrote: "Shera (Book Whispers) wrote: "Erica wrote: "Okay Shera what's besides psy changling series, which I've only read a short story from, what's a urban fanta..."

Yes! Book one is a bit rough, after book 2 the series is gold!

Oh, and have you checked out ??

[Erica]

Yeah I read that a while ago but it didn't click for me.

[Shera (Book Whispers)]

Erica wrote: "Yeah I read that a while ago but it didn't click for me."

The first book isn't the best for most. Book 2 is where you'll know if the series is for you.

[Erica]

Well thanks for the info. :)

[Erica]

If you are participating in the Help Out My TBR quarterly challenge I'm waiting on someone to recommend me something please and thanks.

[Rushali, Head Mod]

Hey all! I need help, can someone link the famous Shadowhunter Chronicles by Cassandra Clare here?

Thanks!

[Erica]

The Mortal Instruments Boxed Set: City of Bones; City of Ashes; City of Glass
This good?

[Rushali, Head Mod]

Erica wrote: "The Mortal Instruments Boxed Set: City of Bones; City of Ashes; City of Glass
This good?"

Oh, is this the Shadowhunter Chronicles?

[Arundhati]

Ya those are the starting series for the Shadowhunter books. She has written different seried within the same world. The one Erica mentioned is the Mortal Instruments. Then there is the Infernal Devices, Dark Artifices and The Last Hours. Personally I have just read TID and TMI out of which I would higly recommend The Infernal Devices❤

[Erica]

So the first series she wrote was the Immortal Instruments

City of Bones
City of Ashes
City of Glass
City of Fallen Angels
City of Lost Souls
City of Heavenly Fire

Prequel series The Infernal Devices

Clockwork Angel
Clockwork Prince
Clockwork Princess

Spin-off series The Dark Artifices

Lady Midnight
Lord of Shadows
Queen of Air and Darkness

The Bane Chronicles

There is many more books set in this world. Hope this helps.

[Rushali, Head Mod]

Erica wrote: "So the first series she wrote was the Immortal Instruments

City of Bones
City of Ashes
City of Glass
City of Fallen Angels
[book:City of ..."

OH thank you Erica, for taking out the time to link all these, I was confused, thanks! <3