
Thirteen new-to-me authors I have encountered so far this year. Some are relative newcomers to the published world, while others have been around a few decades.
01. Suzanne Collins (YA fantasy)
02. Benjamin Hoff (Nonfiction)
03. Heather Webber (Mystery)
04. Susan Stephens (Romance)
05. Dennis Lehane (Mystery/Thriller)
06. Marina Fiorato (Historical Fiction)
07. Rebecca Hale (Mystery)
08. Christy Evans (Mystery)
09. Dick Francis (Mystery)
10. Kate Collins (Mystery)
11. Sandra Cisneros (Fiction)
12. Annette Blair (Mystery)
13. Aaron Elkins (Mystery)
For the most part I enjoyed all of these authors and either have or will read them again. A couple were a little iffy, but I will probably read at least one more book by them before making a final decision. Benefit of the doubt, you know? *grin*01. Suzanne Collins (YA fantasy)
02. Benjamin Hoff (Nonfiction)
03. Heather Webber (Mystery)
04. Susan Stephens (Romance)
05. Dennis Lehane (Mystery/Thriller)
06. Marina Fiorato (Historical Fiction)
07. Rebecca Hale (Mystery)
08. Christy Evans (Mystery)
09. Dick Francis (Mystery)
10. Kate Collins (Mystery)
11. Sandra Cisneros (Fiction)
12. Annette Blair (Mystery)
13. Aaron Elkins (Mystery)
Have you encountered any new-to-you authors this year?
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These are all new to me, too. What do you think of them?
ReplyDeleteWow, I hate to say it, but I've never heard of any of those either. But several of the authors on my last TT were new to me.
ReplyDeleteGregory Maguire. Not too long ago I found his book Wicked. A very talented author.
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Alice: For the most part I have enjoyed them. There were one or two books that were kind of "eh," but I will probably read at least one more book by those authors before making a final decision on them - you know, benefit of a doubt. Others I absolutely loved, such as Aaron Elkins and Kate Collins, both of whom have extensive backlists.
ReplyDeleteAnd yes, the vast majority have been cozy myteries. I've really been getting into the Berkley Prime Crime books this past year or so, most of which not only feature an amateur female sleuth, but a bit of romance and even some paranormal elements as well.
Robin: While I had heard of a few of these authors, I had not heard of most of them before joining GoodReads. I have a love/hate relationship with that site, LOL.
ReplyDeleteAdelle: Ohh...Wicked! I've been meaning to ask my sister if I could borrow her copy. I've heard a lot of rave reviews. Plus, the show is coming to town this fall. Would love to attend, but if I can't afford to see it, at least I can read it. *g*
ReplyDeleteHeather Webber is a new discovery for me too. I really enjoyed her mystery.
ReplyDeleteI just found David Fulmer. He writes mysteries about Storyville, New Orleans. The setting and characters are incredibly vivid and interesting.
ReplyDeleteMost of those I've not read, but I love Dick Francis.
ReplyDeleteI just finsihed commenting on another bloggers post that I like Dennis Lehane because his books are set around Boston, places I know. I only see his movies though. I like reading nonfiction best and a good thriller via a movie.
ReplyDeleteyou're on a bit of a mystery kick, aren't you?
ReplyDeleteIf you're looking for mystery and haven't tried Carol O'Connell, do.
Not much in the way of new authors for me. I've been in dissertation lock-down, so my reading is curtailed.
So much to read, so little time. Just this year I got into Mel Keegan, Josh Lanyon, Sean Michael, and Claire Thompson. Happy TT! I have a very different list on my blog http://darlassandcastles.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteI am anxiously awaiting Suzanne Collins' next book. I started reading Dick Francis through Reader's Digest Condensed books. He's been around for decades. I will have to check out some of the others on your list. Bloggers have recommended some of my favorite books.
ReplyDeleteI've heard of Dick Francis, but not any of the others. They're new to me, too!
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Paige
My TT is at http://paigetylertheauthor.blogspot.com/
I have read a few new authors but sadly none impressed me enough to remember them.
ReplyDeleteMost of those are new to me too! I'll have to check some out!
ReplyDeleteIf it has romance, I always get more interested. :)
ReplyDeleteShelley: I enjoyed Truly, Madly enough that I've started looking for Webber's earlier Nina Quinn series. I've heard it's really good.
ReplyDeleteBrenda: Adding Fulmer to my (evergrowing) list of authors to check out. Thanks! *g*
Babette: I'd seen Dick Francis books in stores for years and regret not having got round to trying them sooner. But hey--with such an extensive backlist, I'll be enjoying his books for many years!
Colleen: Shutter Island was the first book I've read by Dennis Lehane, but probably won't be the last. I have seen a few of the movies based on his books, but not this one...yet.
ReplyDeleteElise: I've always loved mysteries, so have really come full circle in my reading. Romantic suspense and cozies with a bit of a romantic interest fit my tastes perfectly. Adding O'Connell to the list to check out. Thanks!
Darla: Have not heard of any of the authors you mentioned, so will definitely have to look into them. And you're right--there's never enough time to read all the books we want to, more's the pity. *sigh*
ReplyDeleteKristen: I am impatiently awaiting Mockingjay as well, and hope it does not disappoint. Though I've seen Dick Francis books around for ages, I've actually a bit surprised I haven't tried him sooner. His books seem like the type my dad would have liked, but don't recall him ever reading him.
Paige: Well then, happy to introduce you to a few new authors. Try Suzanne Collins. I have a feeling you might like her.
ReplyDeleteInez: Ugh! I find that authors usually leave either a good or bad impression, but to leave none at all is probably worse than leaving a bad one.
Heather: Long time no see, lol! Hope you find a few new authors to enjoy!
Alice: Yeah, I much prefer a bit of romance over a lot of blood and gore in my mysteries and thrillers. *G*
fun idea. Since I started following book blogs I've read a lot of new authors. It's been very fun.
ReplyDeleteUnfortunately, I haven't heard of anyone on your list. I've been spending most of my reading time on my favorite authors - something I'm looking to change soon, though.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea for a list.
Kaye: Yes, I've picked up a few new books/authors from blog rounds, too. LOL
ReplyDeleteTatiana: I need to spend more time catching up with some of my favorite authors. I've done a lot fo catching up on Johanna Lindsey this year, I think I need to pick an author to devote next year too as well. *g*
All of those authors are new to me, I think.
ReplyDeleteI haven't discovered many new authors this year because I've been writing more than reading.
ReplyDeleteBut I know some of these! And I love Suzanne Collin's Gregor series. Most ppl know The Hunger Games, but the Gregor books are AMAZING.
I love Dick Francis, but I don't know most of these.
ReplyDeleteAnita: I admit, I had not heard of some of these before joining GoodReads. Suzanne Collins, for instance.
ReplyDeleteSasha: I have heard the Gregor are good, just haven't taken the plunge. My TBR pile already towers above me, lol.
Jennifer: I definitely plan to read more Dick Francis. I really liked the one I read in May.
I like a bit of procedural and some cozy, but the more mainstream anything I read is, the more impatient I get.
ReplyDeleteI haven't heard of these writers. Nice of you to list them.
ReplyDeleteHappy TT.
Janice~
What a fun list! Thank you for sharing it!
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