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« on: January 19, 2012, 03:32:39 PM » |
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... and to write great reviews if I can or hold my tongue (er, pen) if I must.
Mind you, my first six books of the New Year have been by famous authors (PD James, etc.) but STARTING RIGHT NOW....only indie for 2012.
So. If anyone knows of some decent indie books to prime the pump? I don't like gore or horror (but yes, Stephen King type) and otherwise am WIIIIIIIDE open!
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MariaESchneider
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« Reply #1 on: January 19, 2012, 03:36:55 PM » |
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Non-fiction:
Jim Chambers has a "Feel" good "things you might remember and miss" book out.
Snake Jazz by David Baldwin is a baseball memoir.
Historical Fiction
Jeffry Hepple. Let's see. Angel of 1776. I think, let me go check.
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Chick-lit/funny/mystery
Karen Cantwell
Sherlockian Mystery
Sherban Young
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Urban Fantasy
Joe Nassise - The Heretic
Michell Scott - Straight to Hell
Sci-fi
Nancy Fulda
There's more in this brain...
MJ Ware Monsters in the Mirror (Short story)
Uhm...I'll add more. Soon as I think of them. I gotta check my blog because that's where I review most of this stuff.
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« Reply #2 on: January 19, 2012, 03:39:46 PM » |
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Now Reading: Star Trek Destiny: Mere Mortals; Battlestations; Walking in the Feet of Rabbi Jesus, Starpilot's Grave
Just Finished: The Price of the Stars, A Wizard Abroad
Diane Duane, Lost Fleet: Beyond the Frontier
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« Reply #3 on: January 19, 2012, 03:44:27 PM » |
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Try Zoe Winters for paranormal fantasy
JA Konrath for thriller and some horror
Have fun reading!
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« Reply #4 on: January 19, 2012, 04:29:20 PM » |
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That's cool.
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Hi everyone!
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« Reply #5 on: January 19, 2012, 04:32:15 PM » |
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Worthy goal!  Keep us posted on brilliant finds! |
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« Reply #6 on: January 19, 2012, 04:43:57 PM » |
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Worthy goal! Keep us posted on brilliant finds! Agreed. |
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« Reply #7 on: January 19, 2012, 04:46:30 PM » |
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 is a great start to a 5 book fantasy series, this omnibus has the first 3.. Warning, it starts out a bit DARK, but if you can make it through all 5 it is WELL worth the darkness of book 1. If you like the series, there is a second series that concentrates less on the whole "save the world with magic" and more on the day to day lives of the rest of the world, focusing on the backstory of one of the characters from the first series. VERY GOOD..  is a fantastically well written series of short stories by many of the KB authors about what would happen if the Yellowstone caldera had a major eruption.  It might be YA, but I loved it.  Not a hacker slasher horror, more along the lines of King for the creep factor... you will look at your shower in a whole new way.  EXCELLENT series, and in omnibus form!  is a tie in to a series, and I like the series, but I like the story possibilities better with this.  is a very well-written story. I'm not into sports stories normally, but I really felt for Zach in this story. (Dave needs some new covers, these do not do his books justice)  D.A. got a new cover, and this one is MUCH more in tune with the storyline. I really enjoyed this book.  Great world rebuilding story with a strong romantic influence.. just FABULOUS story.  Fun lighthearted romp.. Ohh which reminds me...  FABULOUS Fun take on AiW..  Great thriller series begins here.. DS#1 waits impatiently for each new book.  Wonderful Wonderful WONDERFUL story. and C.S. painted her own covers for the series.  Great collaboration from many KB authors. ALL proceeds go to an animal shelter.  another collection of indie author stories, each one with a surprise twist. some you may see coming, but I promise, not all. That should get you started... It's hard to narrow down to a few choices when I've read so many GREAT Indie books. if you were into truly creepy horror, give David McAfee's 33AD series, or his Nasty Little F*&^ckers! a try. |
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« Reply #8 on: January 19, 2012, 04:56:30 PM » |
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My brain keeps flashing more covers at me:
Jason Letts, Valmore Daniels, Lynda Hilburn, Harry Shannon... there are more...I'm trying NOT to name everyone, but I've been reading indies for a couple of years, and as I read A LOT that means I read A LOT of indies...
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« Reply #10 on: January 19, 2012, 06:51:08 PM » |
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B! Leave some for the rest of us to suggest! Sheesh.   Funny and not the usual Vampire Fare  Norse inspired Urban Fantasy  Thriller with awesome characterization  Cozy Mystery It's a shame you don't like horror. I have quite a few recs for that genre. |
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« Reply #11 on: January 19, 2012, 06:56:23 PM » |
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I hope you discover many new writers that come to be among your favourite authors.
Best wishes, Stephen Livingston.
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« Reply #12 on: January 19, 2012, 07:23:14 PM » |
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B! Leave some for the rest of us to suggest! Sheesh. . Sorry. I knew I was getting carried away, but .. there are just so many good ones, it's hard to stop. |
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« Reply #13 on: January 19, 2012, 08:21:43 PM » |
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My brain keeps flashing more covers at me:
Jason Letts, Many thanks for the shout, Bev! I'll toss a book in there. It is easy to recite the same names over and over, but if you'd like to give someone a try who isn't a mega-seller, this might be a good one...  |
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« Reply #14 on: January 19, 2012, 08:32:17 PM » |
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What do you mean by indie?
Also, what genres and what lengths are you looking for?
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« Reply #15 on: January 19, 2012, 08:46:49 PM » |
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Wow! I can't wait to read a bunch of the books suggested on this thread Lindsay Buroker writes really good fantasy and steampunk. I really enjoyed her book The Emperor's Edge. Happy reading |
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« Reply #16 on: January 19, 2012, 08:55:44 PM » |
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I am so happy to hear there are people in the world like you Susan. Well done.
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« Reply #17 on: January 19, 2012, 10:42:04 PM » |
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Here's two indie books I've read over the past 6 months that haven't been mentioned yet and were both exceptional fantasy reads:  Treespeaker - A unique fantasy tale. A great story with almost exclusively 5 star reviews!  The Black God's War - Fresh epic fantasy with a multicultural bent. A really enjoyed this. |
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The Ossard Trilogy - A dark and brooding coming of age tale.   |
"A dark fantasy world that will suck you in" - The Newcastle Herald.
"Brave... Innovative... Bold..." - Stefen Brazulaitis, columnist,
Australian Bookseller & Publisher Magazine.
"I stayed up all night!" - Sara Douglass.
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« Reply #18 on: January 20, 2012, 06:07:16 AM » |
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Thank you, everyone! These are awesome and I've already downloaded a couple. I have to admit to preferring those indies who could use the boost of a great review for a great book, as opposed to an indie who already has a dozen or so 5-star reviews. (OTOH, I love a good read so won't turn away from an indie just b/c others love her/him too!)
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« Reply #19 on: January 20, 2012, 07:53:14 AM » |
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Thanks for giving the indies lots of love! Hope you discover some great talent out there!
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MariaESchneider
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« Reply #21 on: January 20, 2012, 01:45:10 PM » |
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Many thanks for the shout, Bev! I'll toss a book in there. It is easy to recite the same names over and over, but if you'd like to give someone a try who isn't a mega-seller, this might be a good one... This one does look good. I've added it to my list. I forgot to mention John Pearson - Learn Me Good (I paid 99 cents. Not sure what it is at now. And there's a sequel I haven't read either.) Also Frank Tuttle. I know Wistril Compleat is one of his Indie works. Some of his others are with small press. Just a delightful fantasy read. |
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« Reply #22 on: January 20, 2012, 02:30:07 PM » |
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The Well by Peter Labrow is a great psychological thriller-type. It's not gory horror, but it has an occult angle. Highly recommended.
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« Reply #23 on: January 20, 2012, 03:00:05 PM » |
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Thank you, everyone! These are awesome and I've already downloaded a couple. I have to admit to preferring those indies who could use the boost of a great review for a great book, as opposed to an indie who already has a dozen or so 5-star reviews. (OTOH, I love a good read so won't turn away from an indie just b/c others love her/him too!)
Thanks for your support, Susan! And thanks for all the suggestions so far. The Song of Dragons series looks interesting. I'm going to check it out. |
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« Reply #24 on: January 20, 2012, 03:23:57 PM » |
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Wow--I was preparing to answer this question, and I realized that most of the "indie" books I was about to suggest were at one point published somewhere else; I had to double-check some of their publishing info to find out whether they were indie or not.
So I guess I'm joining you in quest of a good Indie read. I know there are zillions. This post offers up a nice smorgasbord to choose from at the start!
Thanks.
Julia
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