@Graham Middle Ages, Renaissance and Civil War are my favorites. However 17th century, Victorian, and most recently I have been reading 20th Century genre. Oh heck, pretty much any history will do if written well…???
So right now I’m reading Tiffany Haddish’s autobiography. Next I’m reading Gabrielle Unions, Issa Rae, and then Jennifer Lewis’. What about you? Any recommendations?
I don’t really read autobiographies. But if you’ve seen the film “October Sky’s” I’d recommend the book on which it is based: “Rocket Boys” by Homer Hickam
Mysteries, historical fiction, fractured fairy tales, alternate history, biography , non fiction with a heavy slant towards history, whatever looks good in YOUR stack!
Ellen Datlow edited a series of titles, each with a different theme, written by various writers, that looked at old stories, then twisted them a bit..one title, The Fairy’s Handbag (I believe..will look up later and revise), centered on fairy stories. Other titles we’re about shape shifters or vampires. Another book, edited by Piers Anthony, Tales From the Turtle’s Back, was a collection of Native American folk tales retold or reinvented.
He was an alternate history writer who passed recently. His first book – which I lovvvvved – was called “1901.” He imagined a scenario (which was actually considered in real life) where Kaiser Wilhelm invaded the Northeastern US in order to coerce America into yielding the possessions it seized from Spain to Germany.
What’s the most – for lack of a better phrase – “out there” type of history you’ve ever read? A book that most readers wouldn’t associate with the history genre?
I like just about anything. Psychological thrillers are my favorite. But I can’t do anything with Vampires, goblins, zombie, witches & Wizards. Although I did read a couple Harry Potter books.
Horror
Frankenstein or Dracula?
Dean Koontz novels and others
So, Frankenstein then?
Actually I like both of them in movies
Mystery
Favorite sleuth/detective/investigator?
Eve Dallas from The In Death series by JD Robb. ❤
Dystopian/horror/psychological & crime thrillers
Does that include “The Road” by Cormac McCarthy?
Yes but I found that one boring tbh :/
He does leave a lot of what goes on to the imagination.
I like a bit more action, no zombies though 😉
Women’s fiction
Historical fiction / WWII
Do you like alternate history? If so, you should try Robert Conroy
Thrillers!!
Horror, thrillers, science fiction….. But I’ll give anything a go.
Historical fiction?
Time period?
@Graham Middle Ages, Renaissance and Civil War are my favorites. However 17th century, Victorian, and most recently I have been reading 20th Century genre. Oh heck, pretty much any history will do if written well…???
@Graham How about you?
Nonfiction (history or current events, usually with a political emphasis)
True Crime!!!
Mystery and Fantasy
I like just about anything and feel the need to switch genres once in awhile.
Yeah – it’s good to explore a bit. ?
I’m the same
Paranormal 😛
Crime…FBI…Murder…
Mystery,true crime
Romance
spiritual,philosophical
Romance and young adult
Fantasy, dystophian and sci-fi
Historical fiction
Historical Fiction
Mystery/crime fiction and historical fiction. Best of all worlds is mixing the two together.
Anything non fiction
Me too, though I usually go for US history with a political emphasis
Dystopian/Horror/psychological thrillers/mystery.
NA/A and rarely YA (Contemporary/on and of paranormal/fantasy and dark) romance 🙂
Love true crime!
True crime, mystery thrillers, autobiography, biography, historical epic novels.
Did u ever read Les Miserables? I only got half way through
In college.
When I was in college, we read Brothers Karamazov for senior symposium.
Right now it’s autobiographies BUT that can always change haha
What kinda people do u like to read about?
So right now I’m reading Tiffany Haddish’s autobiography. Next I’m reading Gabrielle Unions, Issa Rae, and then Jennifer Lewis’. What about you? Any recommendations?
I don’t really read autobiographies. But if you’ve seen the film “October Sky’s” I’d recommend the book on which it is based: “Rocket Boys” by Homer Hickam
Oh okay and I’ll definitely put that on my reading list
Vampires, shapeshifters, romance, fairytales, etc
Sci fi or humour
Fantasy,romance,mysteries, thrillers and some horror
I mostly read cozy mysteries.
Horror, psychological thillers, mystery and historical romance
Thriller, mystery
Historical fiction
Mystery and science-fiction
Are there any books that fall under both categories?
Christian/Historical fiction
Have you read “The Secret Chord” by Geraldine Brooks
Graham Edward Johnson, no I haven’t. The author isnt familiar to me. Is it good?
I love crime novels but used to read true crime . Have you read Ann rule books I have about 20 of them. They are fantastic.
I love Ann Rule. I haven’t read all of her books yet, but I’ve read some.
Love ann rule
Mystery, fantasy and historical novels
Dystopia/apocalypse!
Historical fiction, & Fantasy
What period in history
Horror, fantasy
True crime and also love philosophical fiction
Can u give an example of philosophical fiction?
@Graham Leo Tolstoy, Mitch Albom, Paulo Coehlo, Franz Kafka
It’s not really a genre, but I love reading Newbery Award winners.
True crime and thrillers
Historical fiction (lately WWI and WWII)
Have you read Robert Conroy ?
Historical fiction and non fiction.
crime thriller kinda stuff, philosophy, fiction
Murder Mystery
Mystery, literary fiction, true crime, horror
Psychological thrillers and fantasy
Mysteries, dark fantasy, horror.
Fantasy, adventure and mystery ?
Non fiction
What fields?
Lovey or murder mystery
Depends on the day/month/season, my mood-right now mystery and non-fiction.
Mystery, thriller, Victorian ghost stories.
Mysteries, historical fiction, fractured fairy tales, alternate history, biography , non fiction with a heavy slant towards history, whatever looks good in YOUR stack!
What examples of “fractured fairy tales?”
Ellen Datlow edited a series of titles, each with a different theme, written by various writers, that looked at old stories, then twisted them a bit..one title, The Fairy’s Handbag (I believe..will look up later and revise), centered on fairy stories. Other titles we’re about shape shifters or vampires. Another book, edited by Piers Anthony, Tales From the Turtle’s Back, was a collection of Native American folk tales retold or reinvented.
I forgot to add the fantasy genre to my list..
The Faery Reel..Teri Winderling was also involved in many of these compilations.
I just spotted a collection of Trickster tales I will have to look for..
Fantasy and wilderness adventure stories
Drama and Romance
Mysteries… I used to love regency romance, but got tired of it. I hated the series books where every other person was a duke.
westerns
I am a part of a great true crime book club if you are interested to join let me know so i can add you.
Tough call. I read pretty widely.
It is hard to narrow it down when asked for a list..whatever looks interesting. A good news article can spark a great bunny trail..
Mystery.
Cozy mysteries and southern fiction.
Historical fiction/WWII
Have u read Robert Conroy?
@Graham no, do tell
He was an alternate history writer who passed recently. His first book – which I lovvvvved – was called “1901.” He imagined a scenario (which was actually considered in real life) where Kaiser Wilhelm invaded the Northeastern US in order to coerce America into yielding the possessions it seized from Spain to Germany.
Goodreads only has 3.6 rating, but I’ll give it a try, adding it to my wishlist thanks
Mystery, Horror, Romance, Erotica , Thriller, Fantasy.
History.
What type of history?
I don’t read one specific type. I read anything and everything.
What’s the most – for lack of a better phrase – “out there” type of history you’ve ever read? A book that most readers wouldn’t associate with the history genre?
I’ve been catching up on Black history and Native American history.
Goodness more ideas my tbr list is going out of control
Mystery, thriller , vampire , horror, romance
I’ll read basically anything if I find it interesting but my favourites are fantasy, fiction, historical, and supernatural
young adult
Fantasy
Everything
Horror/thriller, Mystery
Psychological thriller
I like just about anything. Psychological thrillers are my favorite. But I can’t do anything with Vampires, goblins, zombie, witches & Wizards. Although I did read a couple Harry Potter books.
Have ypu tead Minette Walters? Realky great psychological thrillers
Read
I haven’t heard of Minette Walters. Going to check her out now.
historical fiction or real history
Mystery romance historical and true crime
Science Fiction, historical fiction and especially historical mysteries
Fantasy, fictional crime, sci fi
Western
Historical Fiction
Historical fiction, WWII