Steve King 1 Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 What do you think is the definition of a 'good book'? We see phrases like More than one million copies sold and assume that such a book can and is to be enjoyed by every reader. I have read two of the books on this list, and I somehow agree that these are classics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack25 13 Posted October 15, 2020 Share Posted October 15, 2020 I don't always agree with every article that lists the best books to read, yet there are about five books on the list that I hope to read soon. Do you believe in the hype that some books generate? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lymmo 8 Posted October 18, 2020 Share Posted October 18, 2020 Every reader is always excited to read such links; it helps them plan better or get to know about newly published books. I have read a couple of books on the list, and I will check out the rest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dwayne 1 Posted October 20, 2020 Share Posted October 20, 2020 A good book isn't always a bestseller. In my view, it is that which gets read widely and receives good reviews. Some books get hyped and get mixed reviews, whereas others get popular without a lot of advertising. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
didge 11 Posted October 21, 2020 Share Posted October 21, 2020 There are countless (good) books out there, so it depends on a reader's genre of preference. I am sure many such links exist, but in my view, finding an exhaustive list isn't easy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack25 13 Posted October 27, 2020 Share Posted October 27, 2020 A good book isn't always a bestseller. In my view, it is that which gets read widely and receives good reviews. Some books get hyped and get mixed reviews, whereas others get popular without a lot of advertising. Absolutely! Some books fly off the shelf just because the author is well-known or has written good books before. There could be a few other authors who are gifted but still don't have a global audience. Maybe there's also an aspect of timing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dwayne 1 Posted October 27, 2020 Share Posted October 27, 2020 I have heard numerous stories of people who left their careers to concentrate on writing. Some followed this path as a hobby, then ended up overwhelmed and having to make a choice. It may be about timing and also being passionate about everything they do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
velikiblek 1 Posted June 21, 2022 Share Posted June 21, 2022 If a book can intrigue me with a 2 short paragraphs, I know that book will be a good fit for me. Joke aside, if you like reading books, very rarely you will allow yourself to start "lame/bad" book. You know yourself the best. Also, if I don't get what I want from the book, I am not ashamed to throw it away (and maybe get back to it later). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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