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I’m not much of a reader, though I would like to get into the Star Wars lore. I had not even thought of that, thanks! 🙂
Do you have any recommendations for what to read?
For Star Wars lore it really starts and ends with the Timothy Zahn trilogy. For years was considered the "official/unofficial Episodes 7, 8, 9."
Heir to the Empire (1991)
Dark Force Rising (1992)
The Last Command (1993)
Just ordered it, thank you for the rec! I’m excited to give it a go.
If your library has Libby (or similar), it can be interesting to read random "popular" books. I have found some good ones that way.
Just don't look at the title art, or read a description. Keeps things wild. (Time travel, end of world, or just lunch with friends? No idea.)
"Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine" is one example.
That’s really interesting, thank you! I’ve not heard of this stuff before. I’ll keep that in mind 🙂
You're welcome ;)
I don't know what you like so it's a bit like i I asked you what should I eat tonight?
Imho, if you want to give Star Wars a try that's a good starting point. I don't know now much about Star Wars so I'm probably not the person you should ask. I do love scifi though and among my favorite authors I would say Ubik, by Philip K. Dick (the guy was the inspiration for films ranging from Matrix to Blade Runner, and many others). It's fun, it's not too hard to read and it's not too long either. And it's at least as pertinent today as it was when it was written in the 60s.
That said, allow me one advice if you're not used to reading: don't be afraid to not like and not finish a book. That's OK. You have no obligation to.
I read a lot and I never hesitate to quit reading a book I don't like. Also, I know that my tastes can change (I now love books I hated when I was a kid or a teen, or even a young adult). The Ubik book I suggested is not a difficult read, but you may also not like it at all, and that's fine. Just look for something else to read ;)
I like the premise of Ubik, I ought to try it. Thank you for such a thoughtful response! I’m definitely interested in getting out of my routine.
That's a great thing to do, imho ;)
Wishing you to get better soon
If you’re into science fiction, check out the Wool/Shift/Dust trilogy by Hugh Howey. I also enjoyed the Lattice trilogy by Erik Hanberg. You’ve probably already seen some movies based on Robert Heinlein books. GS Jensen also has a bunch of fun series. Finally, Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep is what got me into sci-fi as a wee one.
Alternatively, head over to a book community, or the books community on BlueSky is pretty active. Tell them some things you really like and ask for suggestions. If you liked a movie or TV show based on a book, there’s a very good chance the book was a bit different and considerably more in depth.
Adding that all the older Stephen King books are worth the read. 11.23.63 was the last one I read, and I really enjoyed it.
I totally forgot about 11.22.63. I really enjoyed the series. Purchasing the book now.
If you haven't read it yet: A Court of Thorns and Roses - Sarah J. Maas
Just ordered!
Audiobooks ?
I could get down with some audiobooks. Thanks!
What sort of genres do you like?
I’m into sci-fi and fantasy, I think. I haven’t done audiobooks since A Song of Ice and Fire. I could re-listen to those, thanks for suggesting audiobooks!