Over 30 Books!! - June 2024 BOOK HAUL

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[Talking_Story]

I'm trying to get better at mentioning the book names and authors when I show a book for those that are listening but not watching. I know I have work to do and missed the ball this time... Still working on getting better at it!

[PhilipChaseTheBestofFantasy]

I'm here to help you celebrate your issue, John, with a full view, a comment, and a like! I heard your "cry for help" loud and clear! And yes, more shelves solve all the problems.

[HenrikBrosveet]

Glad you liked the books John, and Jakob’s pronunciation of my name is spot on. Psyched to see Alistair Reynolds here, he’s really good at hard sci-fi. Also, a shelf tour is a must!

[christhewritingjester]

What a great haul. I predominately buy audiobooks nowadays, so I don’t have to worry too much about space considerations for my books. All of the shelves we do have are full, not that my wife pays attention to that. She still goes ham on books for the kids.

Not only do you have Jacob's room to turn into a library, you can help him establish a home library by letting him keep some books at his new place for him to get to. Right? All to benefit him and not at all get around space limitations at your own house...

Thanks for the kind words on Small Town Problems. I think it's right up your alley and will be a perfect break between those epics.

[emzstern]

You're not the only one with issues. My book bying ban is quickly coming apart and I don't even feel bad about it. Also, your bookhauls are helping with that. So many interesting titles this time!

[loganlyon]

I would love to see Ryan Cahill on an artist's journey, if you could try to get him on.

[mr.gilsdorf]

John, I’m glad my book reached you. Thanks for giving it a chance. 😄

[cipriansirbu]

Never stop buying books.Buying and reading are two different hobbies 😅.I’ve bought 600 books in three years and I have no regrets, my library is gorgeous.

[esmayrosalyne]

Soooo many beautiful books, I love it! And the generosity of this community just knows no bounds, it's incredible! I also really want to get to P.L.'s works so badly, he is an absolute gem! Thanks for sharing the bookish joy 🤩

[bosquedetinta]

Getting more books is not the problem, the lack of space is and I feel you 😥 Always love to watch your hauls! Hope you enjoy all of the books and really looking forward to hearing your thoughts on them. This month I only got Flame of Seevnwaters by Juliet Marillier, but I am ecstatic about it.

[bradschwartz]

John first off I love your channel. I was an avid reader for most of my life. I took a decade off from reading. Last year I started up again. Brian Lee Durfee and yourself were the catalyst for me to jump back in. Since last year I've spent a few thousand bucks on books. Now I'm getting my bookshelf built for my mancave another big expense. I'M ALL FOR IT LOL. It's not a disease we're just collecting lol. Keep up the great work!

[heidi]

Wow John I have been sneaking in the audiobook of the Daughter’s War in the wee hours of the morning before my family wakes up and it has been amazing. Although the tone is exactly opposite of Blacktongue which is frenetic & whimsical, this book has an underlying tone of sadness and the story is told super slowly. The prose has been great and Buelhman has brought it to another level. Before you crown Ruocchio as the next poet laureate here is a line that stuck with me.
“These dames have lost their fathers, uncles, grandfathers and husbands to the biters and had their hearths robbed of low voices and heavy treads”.

[WickedWallow]

That copy of Curse of the Mistwraith is sooo cool! 😭❤️ she even drew in it!

[officialnoahg]

House of Suns is great! Heard about it from Words in Time as well.

[WordsinTime]

House of Suns is my favourite space opera. The scale is immense and it’s amazing how many concepts he packs into a standalone!

I didn’t connect with Murderbot either but Sea of Rust is a fun time!

[demiurgicgeek]

I can't wait to hear your thoughts on The Bound and the Broken books. It's one of my favorite (unfinished) series. ❤ Loooove your channel so much. 🎉 More power to you and Jakob!

[sonnyantoine]

What can I say, the first 20 seconds are beyond relatable.

I love my issues.

[someokiedude]

Jakob, stop shaming your father! I'll start pointing!

That is an impeccable book haul sir, you're making me want to get in on the action. The only reason I haven't had people send me stuff is because I'm always paranoid about having my info out there. I'm afraid someone might get the idea of breaking in my house and stealing my stuff, or cuddling me or something. We can't have that. Anyway, I got some books this month, my good friend Joe Berne sent me the second and third books of the Hybrid Helix. I also nabbed The Prophet of Edan, Tori's book Phased, and In The Valley of The Sun, a vampire book. I probably got some other books, but I forget them at the moment.

PL Stuart is a pretty cool guy, I talked to him on my pod about two months ago. Somehow he is a fan of my beloved Oklahoma Sooners even though he's in Canada. I don't know how it's possible, but it was cool to know!


Keep up the great work guys!

[thuff]

Can’t think of a better way to end a holiday than with a Talking Story video!

I think you’re gonna really enjoy Service Model, it’s definitely a good palate cleanser. And this is coming from someone who also doesn’t like Murderbot! The City of Last Chances is also really fun! Godkiller is a good buddy buddy adventure, haven’t had time for Sunbringer yet.

I finished Station Eleven today and wow, what a book. Instant 5 star read. I need to catch up on my Emily St John Mandel!

[RoseSkully]

Having lots of books is never a bad thing!! I have yet to get any books this month I'm saving all the book shopping for my birthday on the 9th so I'll have to report back later on what I pick up. But I can't wait to see a studio and shelves tour!! Much love everyone and happy 4th!! <3