Making Connections discussion

I've finished The Morganville Vampires Book Five: Lord of Misrule - Rachel Caine. Now I am going to read The Morganville Vampires Book Six: Carpe Corpus - Rachel Caine.

Just starting A Scattered Life

I'm alternating books on my commute to work daily ha! so far I'm reading three books , , and

I'm now reading To Ride Hell’s Chasm by Janny Wurts.

This is a very engaging story and her style reminds me of some masters of fantasy long since passed, and, at the same time, since I've read some of her books from ... a couple of years agos,...I can tell her style has also changed with the times as all successful writers should.


Right now it reads a lot Robert Ludlum's Holcroft Covenant, or maybe Steven James 3rd Patrick Bower's files story. A medieval police procedural/suspense thriller. There are also some strong undercurrents boiling that lead me to believe that the tension and adrenalin rush is barely started at this point. It's a good read.

I also like the main Character Mysh Kael, as sort of a Sidney Portier from "The Heat of the Night." He's described as from the "Desert" and with Dark skin. I get the feeling he's more far eastern in origin, but I also think it's wonderful that he could be black, Arab or even Indian or asian.

There is a timeless lesson about humanity's predudice toward those whom they believe are in some way different. Especially when we find out that those we keep under our heel have as much courage and honor as the Nobility we follow. 50 years ago, this could have been a black man, in the UK it could be a man of Indian decent. Now in America (and many parts of the western world) it could be an Arab (Afgahn, Iraqi, Lebonese, Iranian, etc.) and the description allows me to see all of those peoples in our hero's place.

As you can see, I like that kind of stuff.

I'm enjoying this one.

Just finished Becoming Red Free book for review. I loved the characters and the story itself. The unknown which is actualy known and that that don't make sense really does make sense. A must read.

Just started The Shadow Rises .

This book is amazing. Is anyone else reading it?

(edited to add: I now see the title is hard to read. It's Cloud Atlas by David Mitchell.)

And I just finished That was incredible too.

Working my way through but having a tough time with it...

I just finished Shadows of Valor it was great! I'm now on Blue Hearts of Mars its lovely!

With the new season of the series starting, I've decided to re-read the books again, so I'm reading A Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin

I've finished The Morganville Vampires Book Six: Carpe Corpus - Rachel Caine. Now I am going to read The Morganville Vampires Book Seven: Fade Out - Rachel Caine.

Just finished The Shadow Rises Free book for review. There are a lot of twists and turns in the story. Characters are interesting. It is a good read.

JUst started Blood Ties: The First .

Not something I'd usually read. Triads and ex SAS men but so far pretty good.

Just finished Blood Ties: The First Free book for review. The characters and story line is believable. I loved the good versus evil and good winning in the end. A must read.

Just started In Gods' Hands .

Just finished In Gods' Hands Free book for review. A lot of twists and turns. Every time I thought I had it figured out something new happened. Full of surprises.

Just started Iron Bloom .

Just finished Iron Bloom . Free book for review. Rose is a 15 year old warrior that has high ideals. That knows right from wrong with a good heart. A must read.

Just started Tuesday's Child .

I am currently reading The Ambassador's Daughter.

I'm currently reading The Bourne Supremacy by Robert Ludlum.

I have a question. How do you copy the cover picture to show what you are reading? I guess this is a stupid question, as everybody above shows the cover of what they are reading.

When ur typing there should be a tab that says add book or author click on that make sure the bottom says cover and then type ur book and click add

Thanks Amy. I will try this.

Thanks Sue and Amy for the Q&A! I didn't know either, Sue. Gonna try it out. I'm currently reading:



and

Hi Jason & Amy,

I followed the directions that Amy was so good to give me, and the cover didn't print.
I typed:
I am reading (then I clicked on the tab add book/author)the bottom was set to cover, I typed in my book and searched. It came up and then I clicked on add.

I got . No Picture.

It worked. I am so stupid. When I got the narrative, I assumed it didn't work...but when you click on post it came up.

I learned something today. Many thanks to both of you. Sorry for bothering you.

Sue wrote: "It worked. I am so stupid. When I got the narrative, I assumed it didn't work...but when you click on post it came up.

I learned something today. Many thanks to both of you. Sorry for bothering you."

The same thing happens when you insert a link. I tried to do it and it just came up as numbers and letters in the box. So I mentioned it like you did, and yes I felt goofy when I posted and then it looked like this:
http://www.amazon.com/Kergulen-ebook/....
So now I want to try the picture thing too...
Loosely Translated... Huh. Well, that's the book I'm reading.

Thanks R.A.

So happy that someone explained it to me. You learn something everyday. Enjoy your reading. Not enough hours in the day, for the number of books I want to read.

Sue from Toronto

Here is my greatest dilemma. I was an avid reader. Love mysteries and suspense. Love JD ROBB, NORA ROBERTS, PATRICIA CORNWELL, STEPHEN WHITE..KELLERMAN.
Okay, you get the idea. I love to read, but for 59 years I was in the closet. I wanted to write since as long as I can remember and finally I stepped out of the closet and wrote my first novel, and then my second and now I am working on my third. MY DILEMMA? Well I can no longer concentrate on reading and feel guilty if I am reading and not writing. Do any of you other authors have the same problem? I am so frustrated!

Sue wrote: "Thanks R.A.

So happy that someone explained it to me. You learn something everyday. Enjoy your reading. Not enough hours in the day, for the number of books I want to read.

Sue from Toronto"
If you're interested in another, I'd be happy to send you a free copy of mine. This isn't the venue for that sort of conversation, but if you want to talk more, just message me.
Happy reading to you, too!

Dawn wrote: "Here is my greatest dilemma. I was an avid reader. Love mysteries and suspense. Love JD ROBB, NORA ROBERTS, PATRICIA CORNWELL, STEPHEN WHITE..KELLERMAN.
Okay, you get the idea. I love to read, but..."

Yes, I have the same problem. Finding time to read OR to write is hard enough, but trying to do both...let's just say I don't make a lot of reading commitments. One at a time is all I can handle. And congrats on 'coming out of the closet'.

THANKS R.A.
It was getting a bit stuffy in there!

Bang Marry Kill ;)

http://www.amazon.com/Bang-Marry-Kill...

I'm currently reading 'Joseph - A story.' and enjoying it!
Joseph

I just finished Shift Omnibus by Hugh Howey, the wool sequel and have started Hannah's Voice by Robb Grindstaff. The library just notified me that Tara Conklin's House Girl is in (I've been on hold for a month), so I'll probably put down Voice (which I own) and start House Girl.

I've finished The Morganville Vampires Book Seven: Fade Out - Rachel Caine. Now I am going to read The Morganville Vampires Book Eight: Kiss of Death - Rachel Caine.

Just finished Tuesday's Child Free book for review. This book is a page turner with lots of twists and turns. My heart went out to Sam when she had her visions. A must read.

Just started Is This All There Is? .

I am reading by Joanne Clancy and it is really good.

I'm reading this Blood Ties (http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17...) and I saw this free on Amazon right now just like to share it with you guys The Mating (Law of the Lycans) (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BTIDW4S)

I'm reading Eyes Like Blue Fire
I got it yesterday and am 42% done with it. I can't put it down. It's not your typical vampire novel, which is why I'm loving it. Move over Edward!!

I'm currently reading the Katherine Katt series and just finished the 3rd book. Review coming soon!

finished up and now onto

Just finished A Game of Thrones This book has it all in it, love, family, friends, foes and fighting. It is most certainly a page turner and a must read.

I am reading now Is This All There Is? andA Clash of Kings .

For those reading the series there are 7 books.

If you enjoy historical fiction, Steven Saylor delivers as a captivating storyteller with his mystery series (13 books)set in ancient Rome. I've finished the first two and now on to the third. (Note: He recently came out with a 'prequel', marked as "number zero" in the series...not shown below...but you don't have to read that one first.)

Just finished Is This All There Is? Free book for review. All of the ups and downs of a good marriage gone bad. But this one ends on a positive note. A good read.

Just started Strangers on a Bus .

Just finished Strangers on a Bus Free book for review. An interesting book on/about the writer, a Girl called Gertrude and their travels on a bus.

Just started Mace of the Apocalypse .

I just started

Just finished Mace of the Apocalypse . Free book for review. This book has it all life, excitement, death and the will to survive against all odds. This book is a must read.

Just started In the Spirit of Love .

Reading "Flintlock and Tomahawk". For all you history buffs, this is a dated but well done historical account of King Philip's War, the first major conflict between the New England colonists and the native population.

I am almost done reading Gena Showalter The darkest surrender.

Almost done with gone girl and also how to kill a warlock... Both good books

Amy wrote: "Almost done with gone girl and also how to kill a warlock... Both good books"
I just got that. I cant wait to read it. I've hear good things about it.

Just finished In the Spirit of Love . Free book for review. A woman from now finds she has a past life while traveling in England. She also finds she was in love with ghost from the past and a forever love in the present with said ghost come back to real life. A must read.

JUst started A Woman of Proper Accomplishments .

Finished quite enjoyed it.... and now onto