Joshua Anderson

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Dave H says

Joshua, "Tales of the Dying Earth" by Jack Vance is perhaps the quintessential collection of sci/fi fantasy/adventure stories ever written by one of the most revered and awarded authors to write in this genre. The words that come to mind when trying to describe his incredible achievement are: wondrous, magnificent, epic, spellbinding, dazzling, exquisite, inventive, wordsmithery, magical, elegant, enthralling, engrossing, imaginative, original, mellifluous pacing, atmospheric backdrops, transformational, fantastical storylines! I read the first story in this collection when i was 11 years old and the others in the ensuing years. Over the years I have read the collection over 20 times, each time reflecting on the joy it brings me and its life changing impact on my reading addiction. Just imagine being able to transform written words from your minds eye into life-like visions and you will then understand the sensual impact of Jack Vance's brilliance! Ironically, because of its unique qualities I have always been protective and therefore reluctant to expose this truly fabulous literary experience to others for fear of diminishing its value to me...a misguided supposition I know, but true never-the-less. So, if you want to take a journey into the unknown and wander through the beautiful worlds as penned by a master scribe then you will want to read this incredible collection of stories and revel in their beatific perfection. Storytelling at its best; a masterpiece...

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Dave H says

Joshua, the best fantasy/adventure series I've read in recent years is "The Riyria Revelations" by Michael J. Sullivan. The first book in the series is "The Crown Conspiracy." READ ON...

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Hannah Lee says

Hey, I noticed we had a lot of books in common and saw you do some writing too. Any chance you know of a writer's groups up here in Olympia or have any interest in forming one?

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Dave H says

Joshua, check out "The Fourth Realm Travellers Trilogy" by John Twelve Hawks, "The Night Angel Trilogy" by Brent Weeks, "The First Law Trilogy" by Joe Abercrombie, and "The Left Hand of God" by Paul Hoffman. Merry Christmas to you and yours. Enjoy and READ ON...

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June says

I don't care ok.

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June says

Whatev

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June says

Nope don't really care anymore. Bothered me for a minute, I'm over it. But you need to stop doing that ok. And you wonder why I feel self concious all the time.

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June says

Don't really care that much

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June says

Whatever

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June says

Well you said that to her.

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June says

So um whose Roxana? And why does she get you excited?

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Dave H says

Joshua hi, I've come across a story that is so exeptional I had to write you about it. It's titled "Nathan's Run" by John Gilstrap and I think you will find it as moving and inspiring as I did. While a fictional account it is an emotional coming-of-age journey that will pull at your heartstrings and give you pause to think about the power of the human spirit. Enjoy and READ ON...

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Dave H says

Joshua, Brent Weeks is from Oregon, small world huh?

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Dave H says

Joshua, you're welcome, both of these trilogy's had the same effect on me, they are simply fantastic. Having said that I have happened onto several more for you to add to your wish list :). Both are debut trilogy's by two new stars in the epic coming-of-age fantasy/adventure genre: "The Kingkiller Chronicles" by Patrick Rothfuss and "The First Law" trilogy by Joe Abercrombie. I think you are going to love them both. "The Black Prism" BRING IT ON! I sure hope "A Dance With Dragons," George R.R. Martin's 5th book in "A Song of Ice and Fire Series" comes out next October, he's soooooooo slow:(!...Merry Christmas to you and yours, READ ON...

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Dave H says

Joshua, thanks for the recommendation, I've added both books to my wish list. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours. So many books to read, so little time...READ ON...

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Dave H says

Joshua, I'm just finishing the last book in "The Fourth Realm Travelers Trilogy" by John Twelve Hawks and it's GREAT!!! I think you would like it a lot. READ ON...

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Dave H says

Joshua, thanks for adding me to your friends list. I'm looking forward to reading your comments about the books you're reading. READ ON...

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Ann E. M. says

Hi,

Welcome to the Movie Lovers Group. Hope to see you as an active participant in the group; it's always great to hear from new voices. Please feel free to post your comments on new and old threads. We also have a recurring thread "Movies You've Watched During the Month". Please feel to post the movies you've seen on the small and big screen and your ratings.

Have a wonderful day.

Ann

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kairilily says

Hi there! I'm just dropping by to welcome you to The 100+ Book Challenge. The idea of the group is pretty much self explanatory - try to read 100 or more books in a one year period. If you do have any questions, please feel free to send a message to me or Tenia. In the meantime, good luck reaching your goal!

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