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TSKevinZZZ
post Aug 24 2014, 12:05 AM, updated 10y ago

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Hi, i'm curious about which type of books that attract you guys most?


1) fiction

2) non fiction

3) "how to......"

4) self help...

5) others..(please specify)

thanks.
mfashraf
post Aug 24 2014, 08:27 AM

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Fiction books. Especially those by Stephen King and Jeffrey Archer. Both are amazing story tellers.
TSKevinZZZ
post Aug 24 2014, 03:47 PM

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QUOTE(mfashraf @ Aug 24 2014, 08:27 AM)
Fiction books. Especially those by Stephen King and Jeffrey Archer. Both are amazing story tellers.
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thank you, so, would you prefer the type that share personal experience which inspire and motivate you to do something positive as well?
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post Aug 24 2014, 08:58 PM

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Non-fiction (eg. books relating to history, psychology)

self-help books
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post Aug 24 2014, 08:58 PM

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QUOTE(KevinZZZ @ Aug 24 2014, 03:47 PM)
thank you, so, would you prefer the type that share personal experience which inspire and motivate you to do something positive as well?
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On the contrary, a quick read to both authors would reveal that they both write thrillers and have a habit of killing the ones closest to the main character. Not really inspiring and motivating. Hahaha.

However, the two are exceptional story tellers in a sense that their stories are both gripping and engaging.
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This post has been edited by mfashraf: Aug 24 2014, 08:59 PM
JohnnyTan96
post Aug 24 2014, 10:32 PM

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Any kind of genre that interest me. But i normally go for those Chris Ryan style fiction writing.
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post Aug 25 2014, 09:16 AM

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QUOTE(Blofeld @ Aug 24 2014, 08:58 PM)
Non-fiction (eg. books relating to history, psychology)

self-help books
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thank you, eg? "how i quit smoking" etc...?


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post Aug 25 2014, 09:17 AM

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QUOTE(JohnnyTan96 @ Aug 24 2014, 10:32 PM)
Any kind of genre that interest me. But i normally go for those Chris Ryan style fiction writing.
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Thank you^^
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post Aug 25 2014, 02:57 PM

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Fiction, i dont read much, but i like books written by keigo higashino, very simple storyline
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post Aug 26 2014, 02:41 PM

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I don't have much preferences when it comes to genre of books as long as they are interesting. I'm someone who reads according to my mood tongue.gif

When I'm feeling low, I pick books that will inspire me, usually Fiction or Self-Help. Recently I just finished The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho and I really enjoy it, the book helped me cope with my recent breakup. I love books by Cecelia Ahern too, and also Mitch Albom.

I was at a thriller/horror frenzy earlier and read books by Christ Carter, (not for the faint of heart), but I can't put them down once I've started to read them, brutal but interesting plot twists.



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post Aug 27 2014, 02:50 PM

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QUOTE(JaniceWLV @ Aug 25 2014, 02:57 PM)
Fiction, i dont read much, but i like books written by keigo higashino, very simple storyline
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i see... thank you^^
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post Aug 27 2014, 02:52 PM

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QUOTE(rinverie @ Aug 26 2014, 02:41 PM)
I don't have much preferences when it comes to genre of books as long as they are interesting. I'm someone who reads according to my mood tongue.gif

When I'm feeling low, I pick books that will inspire me, usually Fiction or Self-Help. Recently I just finished The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho and I really enjoy it, the book helped me cope with my recent breakup. I love books by Cecelia Ahern too, and also Mitch Albom.

I was at a thriller/horror frenzy earlier and read books by Christ Carter, (not for the faint of heart), but I can't put them down once I've started to read them, brutal but interesting plot twists.
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I feel sorry for your recent breakup.. be brave, you will meet someone better eventually... Thanks for the reply^^
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post Aug 27 2014, 10:31 PM

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I read anything, even books from children's section. Just for the feel good factor and the beautiful illustrations. I still love Little Prince and I find it's philosophies hold true in real life.

Right now I'm into horror/thriller and self help books particularly in finance. Need to manage my RM better.
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post Aug 28 2014, 09:51 AM

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QUOTE(MysticShadow @ Aug 27 2014, 10:31 PM)
I read anything, even books from children's section. Just for the feel good factor and the beautiful illustrations. I still love Little Prince and I find it's philosophies hold true in real life.

Right now I'm into horror/thriller and self help books particularly in finance. Need to manage my RM better.
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thats good to have the initiative to learn about how to manage your RM.. plan for a better future..^^
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post Aug 29 2014, 10:24 AM

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Any fictional story that is written light-heartedly or with a humorous streak. Epic stuff is good, but I can't get to engrossed about the "woe is me, look at my problems" type of narratives. I have enough to deal with in the real world.
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post Sep 7 2014, 10:39 AM

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Fiction books. smile.gif
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post Sep 12 2014, 11:18 AM

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fiction. legal or psycho thriller
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post Sep 13 2014, 03:35 PM

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Fiction especially thriller/mystery/investigation types.
I'm not big on romance but I don't mind romance comedy once in a while. I often find them too cheesy for my liking and I'd stop reading because they turn me off.

I like the kinds that provoke your mind and lots of suspense with twists. The rest like self-help and non-fiction, not so much.
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post Sep 20 2014, 10:07 PM

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Military stuff, especially Cold-War.

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