Would anyone like to read a classic horror book/novella together?

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Jamesian Enthusiast]

I have more time on my hands and I am missing my classic horror. Is anyone interested in reading something with me? I think we can give ourselves a month or two if necessary.


Possible suggestions:


The Manuscript Found in Saragossa by Jan Potocki
Vathek by William Beckford
The Haunted Hotel by Wilkie Collins

If you have suggestions, please let me know.

[Jon Recluse]

I wouldn't mind joining you.
Wilkie Collins sounds good.

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Jamesian Enthusiast]

What month looks good for you, Recluse?

[Jon Recluse]

Anytime is fine with me, Lady.

[Benjamin]

What are your thoughts on reading the Golem by Meyrink? I ask because I should be getting in that gorgeous Centipede Press copy in July. I'd love to read it and discuss.

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Jamesian Enthusiast]

I would be open to reading it in the future if I have time to acquire a copy, Benjamin. If you want to start a thread in July, I'm sure others will jump in and join you. Let me know if you need me to set it up for you.

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Jamesian Enthusiast]

Jon Recluse wrote: "Anytime is fine with me, Lady."

I can probably read The Haunted Hotel next month, Recluse.

[Jon Recluse]

Lady Danielle aka The Book Huntress wrote: "Jon Recluse wrote: "Anytime is fine with me, Lady."

I can probably read The Haunted Hotel next month, Recluse."

That's fine, Lady.
Just let me know when you're ready.

[Jon Recluse]

Benjamin wrote: "What are your thoughts on reading the Golem by Meyrink? I ask because I should be getting in that gorgeous Centipede Press copy in July. I'd love to read it and discuss."

I haven't read that one in years, but I still have my copy.

[Paulo "paper books always"]

I will read it too. I have a copy here of the Haunted Hotel.

[Char]

I would be interested. The Haunted Hotel looks good.

[Lauren]

I would definitely be interested in reading The Haunted Hotel. I'll have to find a copy!

[Louise]

Lady Danielle aka The Book Huntress wrote: "I can probably read The Haunted Hotel next month, Recluse."

Great! I just bought myself a copy the other day and wasn't sure when I'd have time to get round to reading it.

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Jamesian Enthusiast]

Great. I will start a thread for The Haunted Hotel in July!

[Johnna]

I'm in! I love Wilkie Collins, I'll have to start tracking down a copy of this.

[Martha]

I'll have to order a copy. I'll try to join in as much as I can. I feel like I've "lost" huge chunks of my life lately to migraines. Ugh. But I'm still here!

[Char]

Martha wrote: "I'll have to order a copy. I'll try to join in as much as I can. I feel like I've "lost" huge chunks of my life lately to migraines. Ugh. But I'm still here!"

Oh, that sucks Martha. I know how you feel and hope there's something that can be done for you. They do steal chunks of your life, don't they?

[J]

I'm game, I'll give either story a try. Downloaded Haunted Hotel.

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Jamesian Enthusiast]

I'm sorry you haven't felt well, Martha. :(

[Martha]

Thanks for your concern guys. I am on new meds and they seem to be helping.

Couldn't find the Haunted Hotel at the used bookstore. I'll be ordering the "budget copy" of it on Amazon.

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Jamesian Enthusiast]

The ebook is free if that's okay.

http://www.amazon.com/The-Haunted-Hot...

[Char]

Very cool, thanks Lady!

[Lauren]

Lady Danielle aka The Book Huntress wrote: "The ebook is free if that's okay.

http://www.amazon.com/The-Haunted-Hot..."

That sucks. I can't get it because I'm in Europe! It costs 6.99 for me.

[Johnna]

This copy is on Google books: http://books.google.com/books?id=zyFj... Can you get that one in Europe?

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Jamesian Enthusiast]

Sorry, Lauren. Here is a Project Gutenberg copy:

http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/170

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Jamesian Enthusiast]

Charlene wrote: "Very cool, thanks Lady!"

You're welcome.

[Lauren]

Lady Danielle aka The Book Huntress wrote: "Sorry, Lauren. Here is a Project Gutenberg copy:

http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/170"

Awesome, thanks!

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Jamesian Enthusiast]

You're welcome!

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Jamesian Enthusiast]

Any thoughts for a group read in August?

[Ron]

It's been a while since I've read 'The King in Yellow'. Not sure how many folks here have read Chambers.

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Jamesian Enthusiast]

I haven't read it. I'd love to read it in August.

It's free on Kindle:

http://www.amazon.com/The-King-in-Yel...

and

Project Gutenberg:

http://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/8492

I think I have it in print as well.

[Ron]

It's an amazing collection. In fact, a few years ago there was a themed anthology done that was very good, also. If I can recall the title I'll post it.

[Martha]

I have been meaning to read more Chambers. That would be fine by me.

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Jamesian Enthusiast]

Cool! That's at least three of us!

[Jon Recluse]

I'm in.

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Jamesian Enthusiast]

That's four then!

[Benjamin]

Hey guys, you all may have selected the Chambers collection, but my copy of the Golem by Meyrink just arrived. I have been dying to read it. Any takers on the Meyrink?

[Jon Recluse]

I've got a copy I haven't read in a while.

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Jamesian Enthusiast]

Benjamin, I don't have a copy of The Golem, but I would be happy to create a discussion thread so you can discuss it with others.

http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/9...

[Benjamin]

That would be great Lady Danielle. Thanks!!
Jon, I'm gonna start the Golem this weekend. You up for starting on Saturday?

[Jon Recluse]

Benjamin wrote: "That would be great Lady Danielle. Thanks!!
Jon, I'm gonna start the Golem this weekend. You up for starting on Saturday?"

Sure, Benjamin.
That's fine by me.

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Jamesian Enthusiast]

You're welcome!

[Benjamin]

Jon Recluse wrote: "Benjamin wrote: "That would be great Lady Danielle. Thanks!!
Jon, I'm gonna start the Golem this weekend. You up for starting on Saturday?"

Sure, Benjamin.
That's fine by me."

Sounds great Jon. Of course any and all are invited!! I have been dying to read Meyrink, particularly after I bought a homage anthology to Meyrink, published by Ex Occidente Press

[Jon Recluse]

Benjamin wrote: "Jon Recluse wrote: "Benjamin wrote: "That would be great Lady Danielle. Thanks!!
Jon, I'm gonna start the Golem this weekend. You up for starting on Saturday?"

Sure, Benjamin.
That's fine by me."..."

I picked up The Golem back in the 80s, when I was checking out horror's roots.

[Martha]

I'm up for that one too, although I may not be able to get to it really soon. I'll be doing Chambers first.

[Char]

I have The King in Yellow. I will read it sometime in August and check in with you guys then. : )

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Jamesian Enthusiast]

Thanks to everyone who participated in the summer reading. I hope we can do some more group reads in the future!

[Jon Recluse]

I'm in!

[Adelaide]

I am interested. Maybe October? Is anyone else else interested in reading Conjure Wife by Fritz Leiber?

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Jamesian Enthusiast]

Conjure Wife would be great for October.