As I've posted before, I received a Nook for Christmas. And, I love it! However, I am finding it difficult to decide upon books to purchase and then download. Most of that is due to the fact that, while I am an avid reader, I am also very picky about what I choose to read -- especially if it's something that I need to put money into. So, I figured, why not check out TCS to see what members here recommend as far as books?
As I said, I'm fairly picky where books are concerned. I do not like science fiction books of any kind and am typically bored to tears by romance novels. My go-to books are usually fiction novels centered around present-day social issues. I also like "autobiographical" novels involving, you guessed it -- pets! Mysteries and true crime books are also good reads though I do prefer fiction to non-fiction under most circumstances. And, I'm not into cheeky, quick reads. I like my books to be thought-provoking. I know I've written more about what I don't like than what I do, but here are some authors and books that I've read that I have loved (so that you have an idea of what I like):
Jodi Picoult (I've read every one of her books and just downloaded her latest book, "House Rules" onto my e-reader.)
Lisa Gardner (I've read all of her mystery novels and have already pre-ordered her newest novel set to come out in March.)
Alice Sebold (I liked her books, "The Lovely Bones," and "Lucky," but was not a fan of "The Almost Moon.")
"Marley & Me" is the type of "autobiographical" book I like regarding pets.
"Homer's Odyssey" is about a cat and his family and I have already downloaded the book, but have not started reading it as of yet (but I know I'll like it -- it's right up my alley).
"Room" is a best-selling novel that I've just started to read, but am really enjoying so far.
So, any suggestions of authors or books? I do have a couple of books already downloaded and ready for me to begin reading, but I am a very fast reader and can finish a book within a couple of hours. Therefore, I am going to need to build up my library quite a bit to keep up with me! Any suggestions or thoughts are appreciated -- thanks in advance!
As I said, I'm fairly picky where books are concerned. I do not like science fiction books of any kind and am typically bored to tears by romance novels. My go-to books are usually fiction novels centered around present-day social issues. I also like "autobiographical" novels involving, you guessed it -- pets! Mysteries and true crime books are also good reads though I do prefer fiction to non-fiction under most circumstances. And, I'm not into cheeky, quick reads. I like my books to be thought-provoking. I know I've written more about what I don't like than what I do, but here are some authors and books that I've read that I have loved (so that you have an idea of what I like):
Jodi Picoult (I've read every one of her books and just downloaded her latest book, "House Rules" onto my e-reader.)
Lisa Gardner (I've read all of her mystery novels and have already pre-ordered her newest novel set to come out in March.)
Alice Sebold (I liked her books, "The Lovely Bones," and "Lucky," but was not a fan of "The Almost Moon.")
"Marley & Me" is the type of "autobiographical" book I like regarding pets.
"Homer's Odyssey" is about a cat and his family and I have already downloaded the book, but have not started reading it as of yet (but I know I'll like it -- it's right up my alley).
"Room" is a best-selling novel that I've just started to read, but am really enjoying so far.
So, any suggestions of authors or books? I do have a couple of books already downloaded and ready for me to begin reading, but I am a very fast reader and can finish a book within a couple of hours. Therefore, I am going to need to build up my library quite a bit to keep up with me! Any suggestions or thoughts are appreciated -- thanks in advance!
