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[Mike (the Paladin)]

Welcome Lisa.

[Paul]

Jeanne wrote: "Welcome to the Fantasy Book Club! Introduce yourself and tell us a little about yourself. Where do you hail from? Who are your favorite Fantasy writers? Favorite Series?"

I'm from Ontario, Canada. I read voraciously in my teens and early twenties. I just started reading again last year. I'm in my mid-40s.

When I figure out what I don't like, I'll respond with some favorites.

Now stop bothering me, I have some catching up to do!

[Phoebe]

Hi, people! XD I started reading fantasy when i was young, so i have an imaginative imagination. I come from QLD (Queensland), Australia.

[Davidson]

I really need to get on this page more often. Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Davidson L. Haworth, I have been writing fantasy since I was employed with TSR, and then I moved to movie scripts. The last four years I have returned to writing fantasy with two novels being released within two years.

[Simon]

Hi everyone... I just noticed you have a welcome section even though I've already posted elsewhere. My name's Simon and I read. A lot. Of everything. But I started with fantasy and on my deathbed I'll probably end with it.

I also write and have my first book out.

You seem like an awesome bunch by the way, really like some of the threads here. Shame I missed the September Dragonbone Chair reading. One of my fave fantasy series of all time.

[John]

Welcome Lisa, Simon and Davidson. Glad to have you in the group.

[Sean]

Hi everyone, I live in England, just outside Nottingham with my wife, two children and dog. I have been involved in fantasy since I started secondary school, either playing RPG's, reading hundreds of novels or writing stories. i'm influenced by R.A Salvatore, Terry Pratchett, David Eddings and Robin Hobb, to name but a few excellent authors.
He works from home spending hours each day writing, and I'm currently busy on my second novel in, The War on Magic series, due out in mid 2012.
In my spare time I run, take my dog on walks, play with my children and watch far too many films. I'm also passionate about VW campers and love nothing more than taking my 1973 bay to VW festivals in the summer.

[Rodney]

I'm Rodney and I am from Los Angeles and I am a computer engineer.

My favorite fantasy authors are Tolkien, Robert Adams and Rowling.

At this moment I am mostly reading Science Fiction and Detective novels. I would like to read more fantasy but for a long time everything felt like a Tolkien rehash.

[Leah]

Hello!

I'm Leah from the Atlanta area. I'm brand new to Goodreads and still trying to find my way around.

I came to the fantasy genre through my husband who is a huge fantasy reader (he rarely reads anything else). He read the Black Company series and asked me to read it so he'd have someone to talk to about it.

And now, here I am!

My favorite fantasy authors are Glen Cook, Joe Abercromie, Paul Kearney, and my husband who is a brand new author and who I won't link so as not to spam the group. :)

[John]

Welcome Rodney, Sean and Leah. Glad you found our little (this being a relative term) group :).

[Sandra]

John wrote: "Welcome Rodney, Sean and Leah. Glad you found our little (this being a relative term) group :)."

It's rapidly turning into a HUGE group. :)

[Terry]

Hi all,

I'm Terry, originally from Barbados, but now living in NYC. I read, write and lately tend to hit gym pretty often.

Fantasy is where everything happens for me. My reading went from Br'er Rabbit as a child until I graduated to my father's book. Don Pendleton's Executioner Mack Bolan and Louis L'amor's Sackett Westerns. Then one day I found Asimov and Tolkien and I dreamed. I dreamed of worlds and peoples and creatures, and I've been dreaming ever since.

That experience made me love fantasy. I could immerse myself. Favorite authors? Where to start? I would say Robert Jordan, George R.R. Martin, Brent Weeks, Jon Sprunk, Brandon Sanderson, Terry Goodkind, Brian Lumley, Jim Butcher, Raymond E. Feist, David Gemmel just to name a few. To be honest there aren't many authors I dislike, but if I had to name one, it would be Terry Brooks. Yeah I know, I dislike an author with the same first name as myself. My issue with Brooks was that while I liked the stories and the worlds he created, he caught me at a time when I loved magic and action beyond all else. His magic and his action were both a little bland for me when I read Shannara and I never went back to him after the first couple books.

If there's one author I could punch in the eye and tell him get it moving already and give me some conclusions, despite loving his books, it'd be GRRM.

[Max]

Hi there,
I'm Max from Hamburg, Germany. At the moment, I am a student at the University of Hamburg (Computer Science). In my spare time, I have recently been infested with the fantasy bug again, and a big part of the reason this happened was GoodReads.

When I was a lot younger, I used to read a lot of fantasy and science fiction books (Notably the "new jedi order" series with 19 parts. And regardless of what the reviews say: I enjoyed it a lot). Then, I got The Magician's Apprentice, followed by the black magician series by Trudi Canavan. Afterwards, someone gave me The Name of the Wind and I loved it. It is still one of my favourite books, on a second place after the sequel, The Wise Man's Fear, and I would be surprised if a book would manage to beat those two, with the possible exception of the next part of the series.

So, my favourite Authors are Patrick Rothfuss, Trudi Canavan, Terry Pratchett, Walter Moers (Yes, that guy), and I am always ready to find new ones.

After I signed up with GoodReads and started to browse the recommendations, I realized that there were quite a few fantasy books that I had never heard of but that seemed very interesting to me. So, I blame goodreads for the 50 Bucks I spent on books within the last week, but it was worth it. I just finished Elantris, and next up is the The Night Angel Trilogy, followed by A Song of Ice and Fire 4-Book Boxed Set. Really looking forward to reading it.

So, all in all, I am glad I signed up and I am looking forward to finding a lot of new, awesome books with all of you. If you find your interests to match mine (or need someone to talk), dont hesitate to send me a friend invite.

[John]

Hello to Terry and Max. Terry, right there with you on GRRM. Someone needs to hit that guy for his own good.

[Mut]

Hi I'm Mut. I live in Dallas TX. My love affair with the genre began with The Hobbit. It was on a 35 record that beeped every time it was time to turn the page. Loving my Kindle...just learning about and loving audible. Hi folks.

[Sandra]

Hi everyone!

[David]

Hi, I'm David and I live in Brussels, Belgium, but I'm English. I started off - like so many others - with LOTR at age 15, and have since read very widely. Currently I read all sorts of fantasy, but the best for me are Robert Jordan, Brandon Sanderson (not often mentioned here - I wonder why not?), China Miéville (the widest imagination of them all!, and Scott Lynch. I look forward to lots of good ideas and titles.

[John]

Greetings to Mut and David. Welcome to our (as Sandra correctly pointed out) HUGE group.

[Helen, I·ᴍ ɪɴ ᴛʜᴇ ʟɪʙʀᴀʀʏ]

Welcome newcomers.

[Michael]

@Brandon - didn't there use to be a card game where that was mentioned prominently. I'm getting an image from the far recesses of my brain but can't pull it out.

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Hi guys, I'm from Brazil and I grew up readind J.K. Rowling, C.S. Lewis, Garth Nix and nowadays
I read Stephanie Meyers, P.C. Cast e Kristin Cast(yes, I got this fever too.)
But my favorite serie is Harry Potter!

Well, actually, I'm a student of international relations, and I have a small project for a class this semester and I need two people from other countries to participate.

Basically, we would send each other small book written by classical authors from their countries.
So, after we exchange the books, we would give our impressions about the reading and the procedure.
Quote the favorite parts in the book, and so on. Shouldn't take too much time, though. Just read and comment.

If one of you want to participate, it would be greatly appreciated.
Is an excellent option for those who love adventure without leaving home, it is mostly an opportunity to know other cultures, styles and each other.. We have great writers here in Brazil, I think you would like our literature :)


Hugs,

Andressa

[Aaron]

Hey all,

My name is Aaron and I am from the Chicago area and love reading a good fantasy novel. When I was a kid I read everything from Piers Anthony to lord of the rings, dragon lance books, as well as Stephen King and loved every minute of it. As an adult some of my favorite authors are Robbin Hobb, Martin, Neil Gainman, and Terry Pratchett. looking forward in talking with you all about books we read here.

Currently reading "Game of Thrones"....

[Sian]

Hello everyone!

Coming to you from Brisbane, Australia. Looking forward to some great recommendations from this giant group.

Fantasy's been my genre of choice ever since I was a kid reading Enid Blyton. I eventually progressed into Diana Wynne Jones, David Eddings, JK Rowling, Kristin Cashore, Garth Nix, Terry Pratchett and the like. I love stories with strong female leads. Or even just strong female characters. Weak-willed pushovers with dishrag personalities drive me nuts.

When I'm not reading I write things for money (corporate communication, unfortunately), play video games and visit my friends and family, who're haphazardly strewn around the country.

See you around the forum :)

[Phoebe]

Hi (Again, everyone!

I find reading a good way to escape from my prison! (When i say 'prison', i mean i get in trouble sometimes! XD)

Sometimes i help my friend with her story/stories, but most times i'm reading books from my library!

[Tim]

Hello everyone,

I am Tim from sunny(note the sarcasm) London, and thought I should probably join a forum or two with like-minded people as it's been too long. I love classic fantasy like Tolkien(Silmarillion is a favourite), as well as more modern fare like Golden's Veil Trilogy, Autumn Castle, etc. I also love the crossover into the weird, especially legendary giants like Blackwood and Lovecraft.

Oh, and I write the stuff as well, though as yet it's short stories fairly regularly being published...novel yet to be picked up by that slavering agent or publisher!

[Hobb]

Hi, I'm Hobb Whittons and I'm the author of the award winning novel 'Tales Of The Pahleen: Blue Fire Burning'.

I've just launched my website: http://hobbwhittons.com/

Really pleased with the magical illustrations Cambridge (UK) artist Sarah Dawes has done. Awesome!

Hope you'll drop by and take a look. Looking forward to chatting to kindred spirits who need to frequently escape this sphere and head for others!

All the best from Wadjamaat!

[John]

Hello to all the new folks who I sadly missed. Welcome to the group.

[Xthegeminix]

Hi I'm Marc from NJ( the jeresy shore).I have some general information about me in my profile.I mostly read Urban fantasy , YA, and some sci fi as well.I am on here to make friends and get some recommendations for books as well.

[Michael]

Wow, lots of new people - glad to have you all here.

[Sandra]

Hobb wrote: "Hi, I'm Hobb Whittons and I'm the author of the award winning novel 'Tales Of The Pahleen: Blue Fire Burning'.

I've just launched my website: http://hobbwhittons.com/

Really pleased with the mag..."

Hobb, please read our policies on author self promotion and also the Goodreads Author Guidelines. There are links to this in the Group Guidelines.

[Dana]

I am Dana Simpson and I have been an avid reader since high school (1980's), and am thilled to have found a fantasy bookclub. I am orginally from Ohio, but now reside in Florida. Eventhough I read other types of novels, I truely love fantasy and can get lost in the stories. My favortie authors are very lengthy, but here are my top picks:

Margret Weis & Tracy Hickman (Dragfonlance series)
J.R.R. Tolkin (Lord of the rings are my favorite.)
Katherine Zimmer-Bradley
Ray Bradbury
Mercedes Lackey

[Candace]

Hi, Im Candace, biblioholic in all areas of fiction; however, since discovering Narnia in the Second Grade I have been happiest with a fantasy book in my hand. Some of my favorites are Swordspoint (I don't know why I don't hear more about this book, the second book in the trilogy is awesome also-Privilege of the Sword), Susanna Clarke (Strange and Norrell), and Carlos Zafon (Shadow of the Wind). I'm looking forward to everyone's comments and this group!

[Josh]

Josh here.
Live in Texas. I am a Psychology major in college and a firefighter. I like books, outdoors, camping, hiking, guns, knives, movies, photography, and cars.
Fantasy and thrillers being my favorite genres. :)

[Jeni]

Hello. I'm Jeni, from London in the UK. Fantasy has always been my genre of choice although I can be tempted by a good sci-fi novel, too. I realised a few months ago that it has been 4yrs since I had read a book, and that was the final Harry Potter instalment! So I found an on-line fantasy forum through twitter, which led me to Goodreads, and this book club.
Since July I have read
*The Dragonlance Trilogy
*The Skinner (re-read)
*The Redemption of Althalus (re-read)
*The Kingmaker, Kingbreaker Duology
*I am Number Four
Then I bought a Kindle in August and have read
*Tome of the Undergates
*The Radleys
*All 4 Vampire for Hire novels
*Lots of free(short) e-stories
and most recently finished A Shadow in Summer, which is the first book I have ever attempted to review. I am currently reading it's sequel- Betrayal in Winter in addition to 2 other books.
I am looking forward to joining in with the november club read as I haven't read any of Guy Gavriel Kay's novels before. :)

[John]

Another large group of newcomers. Welcome, welcome! Keep 'em coming :-D

[Nicole]

Hi everybody!

Nicole from Wisconsin here - glad to meet you all. I read and write fantasy. It's absolutely my first love across genres. Hmm, fave authors...

- Robert Jordan
- Anne McCaffrey
- Brandon Sanderson
- Garth Nix
- Kate Elliot
- CJ Cherryh
- Lois McMaster Bujold
- Melanie Rawn
- Sherwood Smith
- Kristin Britain

I also blog at Write Me A World, where I often post about my favorite characters, books and authors, as well as fantasy writing tips. Feel free to stop by.

Look forward to lots of great discussions and to discovering new books and authors from everyone's recommendations!

[John]

Hi Nicole, welcome to the group!

[Sailing]

Hi everybody! I'm Gianni from Italy. Ehm...obviously I like reading fantasy. I began reading fantasy 7-8 years ago picking randomly a book from a library shelf before a long trip in train, great mistake! Now I'm an addict!!
My favorite authors are:
Robert Jordan
George RR Martin
Neil Gaiman
Brandon Sanderson

[Dana]

Jeni wrote: "Hello. I'm Jeni, from London in the UK. Fantasy has always been my genre of choice although I can be tempted by a good sci-fi novel, too. I realised a few months ago that it has been 4yrs since I h..."

Hi ,glad to have found a dragonlance lover. Rastlin is my favorite character ,then tasslolfe. You've got real taste.

[Chris]

Hi, I'm Chris. New to GoodReads, but enjoying cataloging my collection so far! Looking forward to interacting with you all!

Favorite authors:

John Scalzi
Margaret Weis
Tracy Hickman
Alfred Lord Tennyson
Charles Dickens
Greg Bear
Eric Nylund
Henry David Thoreau
Ralph Waldo Emerson
George R.R. Martin
J.R.R. Tolkien

[John]

Hi Gianni and Chris. Welcome to the group!

[Jeni]

Dana wrote: "Jeni wrote: "Hello. I'm Jeni, from London in the UK. Fantasy has always been my genre of choice although I can be tempted by a good sci-fi novel, too. I realised a few months ago that it has been 4..."

My favourite characters were Tasslehoff and Sturm. The books were really easy to read and a great way to get back into reading. I have to admit though, I really don't get why so many people that have read these books love Raistlin so much! I can't stand him, or his brother - they both annoyed the hell out of me, and I'm still refusing to read the Twins trilogy that followed Dragonlance!

[Chris]

Jeni wrote: My favourite characters were Tasslehoff and Sturm. The books were really easy to read and a great way to get back into reading. I have to admit though, I really don't get why so many people that have read these books love Raistlin so much! I can't stand him, or his brother - they both annoyed the hell out of me, and I'm still refusing to read the Twins trilogy that followed Dragonlance!

I really liked Sturm and Tasslehoff. I'd have to agree that they're my favorite characters, as well! I didn't care for the twins, either. Dragonlance lovers, don't be afraid to add me as your friend!

John wrote: Hi Gianni and Chris. Welcome to the group!"

Thanks, John!

[Mike]

I've been reading fantasy since forever. I started out with myths and comic books (and still read those), but have broadened out to various other types over the years. I am currently most interested in fantasy with a dark edge, and I tend to eschew epic fantasy that is derivative of LotR.

I just finished reading "The Domino Men" by Jonathan Barnes and really enjoyed that. I also tend to like 'classic' stuff.

I am an English teacher and writer living in Michigan, and I have published two novels and three short stories. Thanks for having me!

[Yvonne]

Hello, I'm Yvonne and I'm from the Netherlands. I joined a while ago, but I wasn't very active then and forgot to post an introduction too. Plan on getting more active now, hence the introduction ^^

My favorite authors are:

Brandon Sanderson
George R.R. Martin
Robin Hobb

[Katie]

Hello everyone, my name is Mary Kathryn. I'm 21 years old and I live in beautiful Central Oregon. Reading has always been a passion of mine - I use to get in trouble for reading too much - even though I got a late start at it. I didn't know how to read at all until the end of 3rd grade, but my mom likes to point out that I am a voracious reader. She tells me that I was a brat in middle school since I would read rather than do my school work.

Right now I have quite the collection of books on my plate. Of course, there's the book for this club: Tigana by Guy Gavriel Kay. The other books I'm reading are the following:

Squire by Tamora Pierce
She Smells the Dead by E.J. Stevens
The Instructions by Adam Levin
Running the Books: The Adventures of an Accidental Prison Librarian by Avi Steinberg
House of Leaves by Mark Z. Danielewski
Bulfinch's Mythology by Thomas Bulfinch
Words in Context: A Japanese Perspective on Language and Culture by Takao Suzuki
1434 The Year a Magnificent Chinese Fleet Sailed to Italy and Ignited the Renaissance by Gavin Menzies
The Republic of Letters: A Cultural History of the French Enlightenment by Dena Goodman

[John]

A warm welcome to Mike, Yvonne and Mary Kathryn. Hope you find many recommendations here.

[Mach]

Wow, Mary Kathryn how do manage to read 10 books at the same time? is it not confusing?

[Mach]

Tops 3 books but i usually never read more then 2 at the same time.

[Gage]

Hello my fellow Fantasy Addicts!!

I am Gage, I "hail" from Bakersfield, CA but I currently live in Fresno, CA as I am a freshman at Fresno State. I am 18 years old and have been a voracious reader since my mom read Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone with me when I was around 6.

I read almost strictly fantasy, the closest I have gotten out of that genre is The Hunger Games (which I highly recommend to anyone who likes good literature, please read it before the movie comes out!). I LOVE a long book, unless it is slow... I love deep books, like The Inheritance Cycle, with tons of developed characters and places. And I undeniably love books with MAPS!!!! Not to mention that I also love series.

A few of all time favorites include:
The Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling
The Hunger Games Series by Suzanne Collins
The Magician & The Magician King by Lev Grossman
The Hobbit (I have yet to read LOTR, I know, I know...) by J.R.R. Tolkien
The Inheritance Cycle by Christopher Paolini
The Pellinor Series by Alison Croggon

My Recent Reads:
The Magicians (beautiful)
The Magician King (beautiful)

Wizard's First Rule (great read)
Stone of Tears (great sequel)
Blood of the Fold (slow at first but the last half makes up for it)

Witch & Wizard (good, focused on a younger audience but still good)
The Gift

The Naming (great series, truly artistic and creative)
The Riddle
The Crow
The Singing

Eragon (reread)

What I am Reading Now/Whats On Deck:

Eldest (I am reading this currently)
Brisingr (In case you haven't guessed, I am rereading the Inheritance Cycle before the last book comes out on Nov. 8th)

The Name of the Wind ( I read the first few pages, was immediately enthralled, then realized how expansive the tome was and KNEW that I would be captivated and too hungover from that novel to properly study Alagasia before Inheritance was released)

Tigerheart (got it on uber-clearance from b&n, not even sure what its about...)

The Edge of Reason (same as Tigerheart)


SOOOOOO- that is me, please contact me about anything! I love love love to talk books and if you are looking for recommendations I would be glad to give them (I have read far more books than I have cited above). And if you have any recommendations for me based on what I have read please let me know because I read more than I sleep!!!!!