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Hi..I Pipit Di, female, single from Indonesia, I like fantasy stories, my first book is Time Machine (Trilogy Seven of Wind ), I liked star wars movie, transformers, and some manga. Currently my activity preparing second and third novels of the Trilogy seven of Wind.
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Hi Juliet, would love to read your fantasy. My name is Isabella and a$ trying for the last two years to get published. However there is only one way for me to do that and that is the hard way. Its too easy to self published nowadays and some agents will never see you as a published author if its not done the old fashion way. Would love to chat to you more.
Hi Terra and happy B-day, almost. Welcome to this group, I am new too and hope that we are going to chat a lot. Love to read about Vampires and all supernatural. You might want to go check out the paranormal group too, they are all just like us, a bunch of vampire freaks. He he, but very nice. Chat to you soon.
Hi Sunny, my name is Isabella and I am living in the South too. South of Africa. Love to read myself and am waiting in patience for a kindle too. Love to read fantasy and anything paranormal just as long as it is goooood. Am busy myself with the Hunger Games and hope that its going to be good the way everyone say it is.
Hi Gwen, name is Isabella and as you can see love to chat, chat, chat. I am all the way from South Africa and can't wait for my kindle. Have a little baby myself and one on the way and feel that we do have a lot in common. Please feel free to check out my profile. Since I am new too I will be friends with any one that wants to be, just NO STALKERS! He he just kidding
Welcome Pipit Di, love Indonesians. I use to work on the Cruise lines in America and was friends with plenty Indonesian peeps. If you like fantasy stories, this is the group for you. I love them myself and have written a Dragon series but its not published yet. It is a real nightmare. Hope to talk to you soon and feel free to check out my profile. Neeeed friends and will be yours if you will be mine. He he. Feels like I am back in grade one.
Isabella wrote: "Welcome Pipit Di, love Indonesians. I use to work on the Cruise lines in America and was friends with plenty Indonesian peeps. If you like fantasy stories, this is the group for you. I love them my..."hi Isabella
Pleased to meet you, I think writing fantasy stories free to expression
Pipit wrote: "Isabella wrote: "Welcome Pipit Di, love Indonesians. I use to work on the Cruise lines in America and was friends with plenty Indonesian peeps. If you like fantasy stories, this is the group for yo..."COULDN'T AGREE MORE
Hello, Chris. My brother is retired attorney in East Point, Ga. I Went to College Park Junior High. I now live in Kentucky with my husband.
Valerie wrote: "Hello, Chris. My brother is retired attorney in East Point, Ga. I Went to College Park Junior High. I now live in Kentucky with my husband."Always interesting to meet another KY resident. I moved to KY 12 years ago, after living most of my life in MT and WY, with side trips to southern Nevada and Madrid, Spain.
The thing I notice about Kentucky, after nearly 60 years in more or less dry climates is the RAIN!
You have it on the rain. But this year we had a little bit of everything. Snow,Actually, I thiink we have someonne else's rain.
Valerie wrote: "You have it on the rain. But this year we had a little bit of everything. Snow,Actually, I thiink we have someonne else's rain."I'm about 60 miles south of Lexington and we didn't get as much snow as the northern or eastern areas did, but then being from MT where we talk about snow in feet instead of inches, I find the snow here pretty much a joke.
However, I'm sure that it was Murphy that did the rain this year, he's been after me and anytime the amount of rain in one year is higher than I am tall, that is too much rain for a dry-lander to deal with.
Hmmm ... I wonder if that would fit in a fantasy book somewhere ... someone cursed to be rained on no matter where they went to live?
Probably. My son lives in Vermont. They take snow casually. The only difference is snow looks pretty at first, pre-slush and pre-ice.
Hi. My name is Christopher and I read books. Whew! That's a load off my chest.
I live in Los Angeles spending more time in traffic than I ever spent writing.
Oh yeah, I write, too.
I spent several years writing and shopping full feature spec scripts and got tired of dealing with the fickles of Hollywood, so I switched to writing books.
I just finished a new (first) book and published it on Amazon. It's a very exciting time.
As a reader I'm a fan of several types of books. My entry into fantasy - SciFi was Edgar Rice Burroughs. I devoured his stories and read just about everything I could find of his. I mostly read fantasy and currently enjoy alternate history, such as Anderson Taylors Destroyermen series. In a while my tastes will change again and I'll move on to who-knows-what.
When the weather is good I like to ride my motorcycle exploring back roads to see where they lead.
Nice to meet everyone and I look forward to joining in on some interesting posts.
Christopher wrote: "Oh yeah, I write, too."Okay, I swore I was NOT going to download anymore until I caught up, but the word "warhorse" ... well, horse ... is like waving an open bottle under the nose of an alcoholic.
Christopher - Is it only available on Kindle? I have a Nook
Annamarie wrote: "Christopher - Is it only available on Kindle? I have a Nook"Thank you for asking. Yes, it's currently only on Kindle, but I'm publishing on Nook this weekend. I'd be happy to drop you a note to know when it's done if you're interested.
Hi everyone, my name is Greig Beck. I'm an author of Action/Adventure/Horror books, and have just completed the first of my Fiction/Fantasy series called Valkeryn - Return of the Ancients. Its available everywhere from the 15th Feb. I loved writing it - i hope you like reading it!Regards, Greig (www.greigbeck.com)
Hi. I'm Pat, and am a new Goodreads author. My tastes fall in a pretty narrow band of the SF spectrum, mainly the hard/near-future/techno-thriller genres. If a story involves tech that could happen right now if someone would commit the resources, then I want to read about it. Admittedly there's not an awful lot going on in that genre now that Mr. Crichton has passed on, which is why I decided to write my own book, PERIGEE. http://www.amazon.com/Perigee-ebook/d...
But I'm not here just to hawk my wares. I'm desperate for more of this type and hope you all can lead me to more.
Thanks for reading!
Hi Pat and welcome. I am the total opposite and love fantasy, how ever if I can find a good SF story I will read it. Good luck in finding what you are looking for.
Jody wrote: "Hi, Im Jody from Australia. I am kindle crazy. I cant get through a day without getting a new book. I read everyday. I also love sci-fi."Hi Jody, I am Isabella and welcome to this group. I love fantasy and am waiting patiently for my kindle. Can't wait though. You only read Sci-fy
Sharon wrote: "Christopher wrote: "Oh yeah, I write, too."Okay, I swore I was NOT going to download anymore until I caught up, but the word "warhorse" ... well, horse ... is like waving an open bottle under the..."
Ah, I've found your weakness. Mu-hahaha (insert classic rubbing hands together in villainous mirth)
First of all, let me say how awesome the vintage Disneyland People Mover pic is! I used to work at WDW and still visit every year, so that made my day.
I'm Heidi and I fell in love with my Kindle late last year. Just got a pretty green cover (with a built-in light) for it today.
Plus I love SF/Fantasy...so this seemed like a perfect group for me.
Hello everyone!
I'm Heidi and I fell in love with my Kindle late last year. Just got a pretty green cover (with a built-in light) for it today.
Plus I love SF/Fantasy...so this seemed like a perfect group for me.
Hello everyone!
Christopher wrote: "Ah, I've found your weakness. Mu-hahaha (insert classic rubbing hands together in villainous mirth)"I was glad to see you realize that every hero needs a warhorse! But there aren't many authors who manage to really get horses right, so be warned!
However, I think it is more addiction than weakness but really, what can you expect of someone whose first memory (at somewhere around 3 years of age) was of being lifted to the back of a horse and who is still raising horses as an aging senior citizen?
Hallo Heidi and welcome to this group. I am new too and love fantasy. What's you favorite? Did you read Graceling and the Hunger Games.
Sharon wrote: "Christopher wrote: "Ah, I've found your weakness. Mu-hahaha (insert classic rubbing hands together in villainous mirth)"I was glad to see you realize that every hero needs a warhorse! But there a..."
I have to tell you that I recently discovered that the copy on Amazon was the victim of Dropbox. Meaning that my 'gold' copy was overwritten by a draft copy.
I'm in the process of having my editor clean it up and will be uploading a proper copy this weekend.
If you can't wait and buy it before this happens please let me know your email address and I'll send you a free clean copy.
As for horses, this horse is not a dumb animal. He's a Hero's horse and has character. Plus the main character and him are true friends. But, he's also a supporting role so please don't expect him to steal the show.
Hi, all, I'm a big fan of Heinlein and thought I would try my hand at writing a sci-fi novel, though all I've written in the genre is one long short story about a vampire meeting an alien. Do you need to do a lot of research for a sci-fi novel? I usually write historical and do a lot of research for that.
Hey! I'm Kenny (just like my user name :) ) I've been fascinated with science fiction ever since I discovered and read Pellucidar by Edgar Rice Burrows when I was a pre-teen. I'm not quickly approaching my 7th decade on the planet and am still fascinated by it. I work as a software engineer/architect but would love to spend my days in other creative endeavors such as writing (poetry, fiction, essays) or are (pencil drawing or digital art). There are a few examples of each on my website. I've been using ereaders for many years now and own Sony, Kindle, Android phones/tablets and have been following the ebook industry since the early 90's. Looking forward to get to know you all. Enjoy!
Jeffrey wrote: "Hi folks -- I'm Jeff Carver, and I'm a writer and reader of SF. (As a writer, I'm known as Jeffrey A. Carver.) I joined a couple of months ago, then got busy and didn't get back until now. I've be..."Hey Jeffery! Great to see you here!
Charles wrote: "These should tell you plenty about me (and apparently I could be a neighbor of Lonnie):http://www.kindleboards.com/index.php...
http://phpbuilder.com/board/showt..."
Interesting 25! :) I'm with ya on 22!
He's a Hero's horse and has character. Plus the main character and him are true friends. But, he's also a supporting role so please don't expect him to steal the show. "I can live with that. He doesn't have to be like the "Companions" in the Valdemar books or Valadan in the Warhorse of Esdragon series ... I can live with a warhorse like the horses in Robin McKinley's "Blue Sword".
I can wait until next week, I'm already complaining about my TBR virtual stack so will just plan on next week.
Kenny wrote: "Hey! I'm Kenny (just like my user name :) ) I've been fascinated with science fiction ever since I discovered and read Pellucidar by Edgar Rice Burrows when I was a pre-teen. I'm not quickly appro..."Always glad to welcome another member in my 'age group' and also another 'westerner'. Though I live in KY now, I'm a MT native and spent many weekends in Colorado at dog, horse and art shows.
The photography and artwork on your website is splendid, BTW ...
Sharon wrote: "Kenny wrote: "Hey! I'm Kenny (just like my user name :) ) I've been fascinated with science fiction ever since I discovered and read Pellucidar by Edgar Rice Burrows when I was a pre-teen. I'm not..."Thanks for the welcome!
Hello, I've been an avid sci-fi and fantasy fan for decades and have gotten back into reading more since discovering Kindle (first on my PC, then my Android, and now my Fire). I have really enjoyed finding so many indie authors and low cost or even free eBooks. I found some gems that I'll be happy to recommend, and some not worth mentioning at all. I think it was the latter, more than the former, that convinced me to write my novel. After paying for an eBook that was simply horrible, I decided that I could write one that was much better.
Perhaps the best way to introduce myself is to offer you all a FREE copy of Voyage of the Dead - Introductory First Look. It is FREE today (1/21) only on Amazon. I hope you enjoy the 30,000 word cliffhanging introductory edition. If so, the full version is also available for sale at http://www.amazon.com/Voyage-Dead-Sov...
I look forward to discussing all types of sci-fi and fantasy with all of you.
Kenny wrote: "Hey! I'm Kenny (just like my user name :) ) I've been fascinated with science fiction ever since I discovered and read Pellucidar by Edgar Rice Burrows when I was a pre-teen. I'm not quickly appro...""Pellucidar is but a realm of your imagination - nothing more." I love Burroughs! Everyone remembers him for Tarzan, but Pellucidar and Carter of Mars were mind blowing.
I got my external HDD stuff. I have my e-reader back! HAPPY B-DAY TO ME!
Greig wrote: "Kenny wrote: "Hey! I'm Kenny (just like my user name :) ) I've been fascinated with science fiction ever since I discovered and read Pellucidar by Edgar Rice Burrows when I was a pre-teen. I'm not..."Greig wrote: "Kenny wrote: "Hey! I'm Kenny (just like my user name :) ) I've been fascinated with science fiction ever since I discovered and read Pellucidar by Edgar Rice Burrows when I was a pre-teen. I'm not..."
Greig wrote: "Kenny wrote: "Hey! I'm Kenny (just like my user name :) ) I've been fascinated with science fiction ever since I discovered and read Pellucidar by Edgar Rice Burrows when I was a pre-teen. I'm not..."
Greig wrote: "Kenny wrote: "Hey! I'm Kenny (just like my user name :) ) I've been fascinated with science fiction ever since I discovered and read Pellucidar by Edgar Rice Burrows when I was a pre-teen. I'm not..."
Burroughs did many books about Dejah Thoris,etc., but he also did some non sci-fi. The Huckster, etc. One forgets the social criticism while remembering Primcess of Mars.
Hi, I'm Stewart Prince. My home is near Oxford, England, though I'm now in South Africa for a while. I'm delighted to discover a group devoted to my favourite genre!
I've been sold on sci-fi and fantasy ever since I read Asimov and Tolkien. I read really fast, so I have a huge collection of print books; but I'm delighted, like Alberto, that I can now carry hundreds with me in one simple e-device.
Mine is an iPad, though: I need colour, even if the text is monochrome. I got on the bandwagon just a little too early for Kindle Fire! The only problem I find with the iBooks reader on the iPad is that the dictionary seems a little more limited than the Kindle one.
Otherwise, my job is to prepare print books for publication (though using electronic means!). So I do find myself rather critical of the layout and formatting errors I find in some ebooks. (In one that I read recently, I found a new chapter heading at the bottom of the page!)
That aside, ebooks are great. I wouldn't like to see print books disappear altogether though (or I'd be out of a job!). There's still something special about holding a well-produced volume in your hands and turning the pages physically. And I still find myself reaching for a physical bookmark when I put my iPad down after reading in bed!
Anyway, I'm glad to be part of this group, and look forward to sharing ideas and discovering more fantastic fantasy and scintillating science-fiction!
I've been sold on sci-fi and fantasy ever since I read Asimov and Tolkien. I read really fast, so I have a huge collection of print books; but I'm delighted, like Alberto, that I can now carry hundreds with me in one simple e-device.
Mine is an iPad, though: I need colour, even if the text is monochrome. I got on the bandwagon just a little too early for Kindle Fire! The only problem I find with the iBooks reader on the iPad is that the dictionary seems a little more limited than the Kindle one.
Otherwise, my job is to prepare print books for publication (though using electronic means!). So I do find myself rather critical of the layout and formatting errors I find in some ebooks. (In one that I read recently, I found a new chapter heading at the bottom of the page!)
That aside, ebooks are great. I wouldn't like to see print books disappear altogether though (or I'd be out of a job!). There's still something special about holding a well-produced volume in your hands and turning the pages physically. And I still find myself reaching for a physical bookmark when I put my iPad down after reading in bed!
Anyway, I'm glad to be part of this group, and look forward to sharing ideas and discovering more fantastic fantasy and scintillating science-fiction!
My name is Dale and I can't stop reading. The actual count is somewhere in the neighborhood of 9000 (twice sold personal libraries approaching 3000). The current library (now expanding onto a Kindle) about 50/50 between SF/Fantasy & Adventure/Thriller books. I started reading SF etc about 1959 and started with Tom Swift (son of the original TS from the 30's) and haven't stopped. I thought I would die of ecstacy in HS when I was "required" to read (OK, for me, REread) "Methuselah's Children" for English class.
I take it as a personal affront when my favorite authors write slower than I read, but that does lead me to investigate other authors. When I run across a series, I TRY to start with the 1st book (not always possible) and if I like it, I go nuts trying to acquire the rest of the series immediately (ebooks will help with that immensely).
I can be quite opinionated, but I do try to keep it civil when I disagree with someone (I know - board requirement - raspberries).
Yeah, actually I can sympathise with that. When I prepare a book for publication it has a single, fixed type size for the main body of text. But digital books allow the reader to freely change the body text size—something that would force me to re-do the whole book in print publishing! I'm sure that's how errors like the chapter beginning at the bottom of a page come about…
Well, the clean book has been uploaded to Amazon and I'm feeling much better about it. Aside from backup problems writers should also be aware of when you're importing your work from another writing program. It can carry with it hidden formatting that'll cause you countless headaches.
I speak from experience. Long. Frustrating. Experience.
I only use Scrivener now and other than learning the compile feature it's a great program for me.
Hello everyone. I'm R.J. I just joined Goodreads earlier this month and joined this group just now. I'm the author of Blood of Prey, a YA paranormal fantasy. I'm also working on several other projects, including one under my horror pen name, which I just started today.SciFi and fantasy are 2 of my 3 favorite genres (horror being the 3rd). I love all types of both genres, but tend to shy away a little bit from space operas. That doesn't mean I'll pass up a good one, though! :) In my combined physical, ebook, and audiobook library of 1300-1400 books, probably about 60% is scifi and fantasy.
I look forward to getting to know the members here and and being a part of this group.
Christopher wrote: "As for horses, this horse is not a dumb animal. He's a Hero's horse and has character. Plus the main character and him are true friends. But, he's also a supporting role so please don't expect him to steal the show."Okay, you can now send me Sho. Just let me know what transporter you've booked him with and when they will arrive!
Sharon wrote: "Christopher wrote: "As for horses, this horse is not a dumb animal. He's a Hero's horse and has character. Plus the main character and him are true friends. But, he's also a supporting role so plea..."As luck would have it, he's available now although transporter technology still eludes me I have devised another method sans the glamour whooshing sounds and blue sparkly lights.
Well darn, I wanted the sparkly blue lights at least!But if I can't have the sparkly blue lights, can I hope for more adventures soon?
Sharon wrote: "Well darn, I wanted the sparkly blue lights at least!But if I can't have the sparkly blue lights, can I hope for more adventures soon?"
Although I don't recommend it you could hyperventilate then jump up and down. You'll get all kinds of fireworks going off.
What can I say. I'm just helpful that way.
And yes, lots of adventure. This weekend the story line for the next in the series began to fill in really well. I'm excited to see it all come together.
Hello to everyone. My name is Jeffery Anderson. I'm a blogger and rabid science fiction fan. I was very pleased to find this group. Looks like a lot of great discussion here. I'm looking forward to getting involved in discussions. I'm also the author of a dystopian novel called Ephemera. It is priced very reasonably on Kindle. Hopefully, once we get to know each other some of you will be interested in giving it a try. www.theephemera.com
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I'm also a gay geek. I'm interested in all kinds of genres but I do tend to drift towards SF, fantasy, and horror. Of late, I've been focusing a little more on fantasy but that varies.
So far as my day job, I'm a museum curator. That means a number of different things, from public speaking to research to creating exhibits. I'm also a fantasy author myself (my first book was recently published) but in the interest of not spamming, I'll let all of you discover it for yourself. :)
My interests include lampworking (making glass beads), hanging out with my three kids (Amaranth, Nynaeve, and Oisin--geek mom, obvs), reading, and heading off to the woods when I can. Oh, and museums, of course, though I don't get to them as often as I'd like.
I love to chat and am going to crack open Leviathan this week so I look forward to meeting all of you and having great discussions!