Hey all,
I’d like to start reading books but I’m not sure where to start. I read a ton for work, which I think has pushed me off casual reading, but I figure better late than never.
Video games are my main hobby and I love fantasy and sci fi as a genre. I’d prefer fiction recommendations I also love the lord of the rings films so maybe I should read the fellowship? I’m really open to any suggestion. Thank you!
by SeanR1221
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Since you like video games, I’d recommend Ready Player One by Ernest Cline. It’s also great for 80s nostalgia if that’s up your alley.
If you’d be willing to give hard sci fi a shot, then Andy Weir is my go to rec for sci fi. Project Hail Mary is one of my favorite books of all time. I don’t mean to overhype, because everyone is different, but I couldn’t put it down
Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman
Zoey Punches The Future In The Dick by David Wong
The books that got me back in the game:
Tales of Neveryon and its sequel Neveryona, or the Tale of Signs and Cities by Samuel R Delany
Little, Big by John Crowley
The Dispossessed by Ursula K Le Guin
Grass by Sheri S Tepper
The Stars My Destination by Alfred Bester
Dune by Frank Herbert
Epic sci-fi with intricate politics, ecology, and philosophy—perfect if you’re looking for something thought-provoking and immersive.
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Audiobook of Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir narrated by Ray Porter.
Endurance by Alfred Lansing
11/22/63 by Stephen King
– these are some of my favorites I’ve read and listened to this year.