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Some of My Favorite Authors
By an Amazon.com customer
Monstrous Regiment: A Novel of DiscworldMonstrous Regiment: A Novel of Discworld by Terry Pratchett
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My all-time favorite author. Witty, wonderful, thought-provoking in a "stealth" way disguised as humor. Read them all!
Beauty: A Retelling of the Story of Beauty and the BeastBeauty: A Retelling of the Story of Beauty and the Beast by Robin McKinley
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My all-time favorite novel. All of her books are wonderful. Try these too: "The Blue Sword", "The Hero and the Crown" and "Sunshine".
The FrescoThe Fresco by Sheri S. Tepper
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One of my favorite 3 authors. Can't rave enough about her books. (All are good - this is my favorite.)
In the Garden of Iden (A Novel of the Company, Book 1)In the Garden of Iden (A Novel of the Company, Book 1) by Kage Baker
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Great start to a "different" series of novels. Read them all.
The Chronicles of Chrestomanci, Volume 2: The Magicians of Caprona / Witch WeekThe Chronicles of Chrestomanci, Volume 2: The Magicians of Caprona / Witch Week by Diana Wynne Jones
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One of my 3 favorite authors. Written for children, but way too good for adults to miss! All of her books are great.
Ender's Game (Ender, Book 1)Ender's Game (Ender, Book 1) by Orson Scott Card
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The first of a wonderful sci-fi series. Intellectually provocative. Read them all. The first one is the easiest to get into, but the rest are worth the effort.
Over the Edge (Troubleshooters, Book 3)Over the Edge (Troubleshooters, Book 3) by Suzanne Brockmann
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Great romantic suspense! Not such "pulp" as most books of this type. This is part of a great series.
So You Want to Be a Wizard: The First Book in the Young Wizards SeriesSo You Want to Be a Wizard: The First Book in the Young Wizards Series by Diane Duane
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I love this series of young adult novels
The Inn at Lake DevineThe Inn at Lake Devine by Elinor Lipman
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All of her books are wonderful
Reflections in the NileReflections in the Nile by J. Suzanne Frank
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Love the history used in these time-travel romances. Improbable situations, but fascinating descriptions of life in the ancient world. This is the first, read all four.
The Darling Buds of MayThe Darling Buds of May by H.E. Bates
I find these books charming. They always make me smile.
His Majesty's Dragon (Temeraire, Book 1)His Majesty's Dragon (Temeraire, Book 1) by Naomi Novik
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Absolutely wonderful alternative history series. Highly recommended!
Jemima J: A Novel About Ugly Ducklings and SwansJemima J: A Novel About Ugly Ducklings and Swans by Jane Green
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The best chick-lit I've come across! I've enjoyed all of her books.
The Mitford Years, Books 1-6 (At Home in Mitford / A Light in the Window / These High, Green Hills / Out to Canaan / A New Song / A Common Life)The Mitford Years, Books 1-6 (At Home in Mitford / A Light in the Window / These High, Green Hills / Out to Canaan / A New Song / A Common Life) by Jan Karon
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Great inspirational fiction. A cut above the usual.
The Time Traveler's Wife (Today Show Book Club #15)The Time Traveler's Wife (Today Show Book Club #15) by Audrey Niffenegger
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Wow! This was amazing!
Blessed Are the CheesemakersBlessed Are the Cheesemakers by Sarah-Kate Lynch
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Wonderful debut novel.
Agnes and the HitmanAgnes and the Hitman by Jennifer Crusie
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Everything and the kitchen sink is in this book. Hilarious! (All of her books are great)
Running In Heels: A NovelRunning In Heels: A Novel by Anna Maxted
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More great chick-lit.
Elegance: A NovelElegance: A Novel by Kathleen Tessaro
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As a fashion junkie, I loved this novel!
Sorcery and Cecelia or The Enchanted Chocolate Pot: Being the Correspondence of Two Young Ladies of Quality Regarding Various Magical Scandals in London and the CountrySorcery and Cecelia or The Enchanted Chocolate Pot: Being the Correspondence of Two Young Ladies of Quality Regarding Various Magical Scandals in London and the Country by Patricia C. Wrede
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Loved this young adult fantasy novel. A great blend of the Fantasy and Regency genres.
OutlanderOutlander by Diana Gabaldon
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This is the first in a great series. They are addicting...you have been warned!
Good Omens: The Nice and Accurate Prophecies of Agnes Nutter, WitchGood Omens: The Nice and Accurate Prophecies of Agnes Nutter, Witch by Neil Gaiman
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I love this book! (And both of these authors.) Humor and the Apocalypse...how can you not like that?
Cold Comfort Farm (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition)Cold Comfort Farm (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition) by Stella Gibbons
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Hilarious! (The movie is good too!)
The Wolves of Willoughby Chase (Unicorn S.)The Wolves of Willoughby Chase (Unicorn S.) by Joan Aiken
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A great series. Too good for just the kiddies.
Good in BedGood in Bed by Jennifer Weiner
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Wonderful novelist!
Bite Me If You Can (Argeneau Vampires, Book 6)Bite Me If You Can (Argeneau Vampires, Book 6) by Lynsay Sands
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I love this series. Funny, sweet vampires...what's not to like?
The Little Lady AgencyThe Little Lady Agency by Hester Browne
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Very enjoyable debut novel.
The Thin WomanThe Thin Woman by Dorothy Cannell
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Great book!
Devil's CubDevil's Cub by Georgette Heyer
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No one can top Georgette Heyer when it comes to witty romances. Her regencies set the standard for everyone else (beside Jane Austen of course).
Open SeasonOpen Season by Linda Howard
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I love all of her books. Strong intelligent women rule!
A Dirty Job: A NovelA Dirty Job: A Novel by Christopher Moore
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This author is amazingly hilarious! This one is my favorite, but they're all good.
Busman's HoneymoonBusman's Honeymoon by Dorothy L. Sayers
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Oooh! Wonderful!
The Fairy Godmother (Tales of the Five Hundred Kingdoms, Book 1)The Fairy Godmother (Tales of the Five Hundred Kingdoms, Book 1) by Mercedes Lackey
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I really enjoy this series!
Dead Until Dark (Southern Vampire Mysteries, No. 1)Dead Until Dark (Southern Vampire Mysteries, No. 1) by Charlaine Harris
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This author has two series that are wonderful. The Southern Vampire (Sookie Stackhouse) series, and the "Grave" series. Both are highly recommended.
The Marriage Spell: A NovelThe Marriage Spell: A Novel by Mary Jo Putney
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Another great series (fantasy regencies).
The Secret History of the Pink CarnationThe Secret History of the Pink Carnation by Lauren Willig
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Ooooh! Don't miss this smashing series.
Nobody's Baby But MineNobody's Baby But Mine by Susan Elizabeth Phillips
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All of her stuff is great.
The Beauty of the BeastlyThe Beauty of the Beastly by Natalie Angier
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Science writing even I can understand.
One-Hit WonderOne-Hit Wonder by Lisa Jewell
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I'm surprised this author isn't better known!
Anybody Out There?: A NovelAnybody Out There?: A Novel by Marian Keyes
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Amazing book! I like all her stuff.