Dr. Feelgood Posted July 23, 2009 Report Share Posted July 23, 2009 I figured a topic about books and reading should be up, so I'll go ahead and start. What book(s) are you currently reading, what books did you really enjoy reading and would probably read again, what books do you want to read in the future? I'm currently reading "The Chris Farley Show" which is a biography about the late great SNL actor, Chris Farley. I started it quite sometime ago but haven't finished it. I just picked it back up and I'll probably be reading it every day for the next 2-3 weeks or so. Farley is one of my all time favorite actors. I've read Alonzo Morning's autobiography. It was a decent read, I liked it. I read GNR/Velvet Revolver guitarist Slash's autobiography which I really enjoyed as he's my favorite guitarist. I have Telfair's book "The Jump" I think it's called, I haven't started it but I want to. I got it back when Telfair still played in Portland and he's was one of my favorite players at the time (I still like him but not as much as before). In the near future, I'm also wanting to read "The Dirt" which is the book written by the band Motley Crue as well as "Walk This Way" which is the book by Aerosmith. Other notable books are American Gods and Anansi Boys both by Neil Gaiman. The guy is a freaking genius when it comes to books. Both were [expletive]ing amazing books but Anansi Boys was the better one. Anansi Boys has the same characters that were in American Gods, but this time, they have bigger roles. It's not a sequel or anything, just set in the same time and environment. I recommend both to anyone, mainly Anansi Boys. So what books are you reading? What books are your favorites? And what books are you looking forward to reading? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JYD Posted July 24, 2009 Report Share Posted July 24, 2009 Books I have just finished within the past three months:A-RODPaper TigerJohnny Miller: I Call The ShotsCurrently Reading: Golf Is Not A Game Of PerfectPlanning To Read Next: Ben Hogan's Five Lessons: The Fundamentals of the Modern Golf Swing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sun Tzu Posted July 24, 2009 Report Share Posted July 24, 2009 The Discworld series. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JWaLL Posted July 24, 2009 Report Share Posted July 24, 2009 Lol I don't read unless it's required for something. An article on sports or entertainment is the farthest I'll go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Multi-Billionaire Posted July 24, 2009 Report Share Posted July 24, 2009 I just happen to be reading Jayson Williams "Loose Balls" man he's so funny... too bad he had to go through what he did. Haven't finished "Christine" (Stephen King) for almost 2 years lol --- Anyone can suggest a good NBA-related book? Preferably thick ones not a thin brief biography book... I personally enjoyed Larry Bird "Drive", Fab Five (ok not NBA but still very nice), and an MJ book... forgot. Is there any new NBA book recently released? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigdog17k Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Lol I don't read unless it's required for something. An article on sports or entertainment is the farthest I'll go. Same, I wish I read more. I enjoy reading. The most I've read are a couple of novels by Stephen King. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karl Malone Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Read :"Not my turn to die"Hulk Hogan BiographyMotley Crue autobiography Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-Rat Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 I figured a topic about books and reading should be up, so I'll go ahead and start. What book(s) are you currently reading, what books did you really enjoy reading and would probably read again, what books do you want to read in the future? I'm currently reading "The Chris Farley Show" which is a biography about the late great SNL actor, Chris Farley. I started it quite sometime ago but haven't finished it. I just picked it back up and I'll probably be reading it every day for the next 2-3 weeks or so. Farley is one of my all time favorite actors. I've read Alonzo Morning's autobiography. It was a decent read, I liked it. I read GNR/Velvet Revolver guitarist Slash's autobiography which I really enjoyed as he's my favorite guitarist. I have Telfair's book "The Jump" I think it's called, I haven't started it but I want to. I got it back when Telfair still played in Portland and he's was one of my favorite players at the time (I still like him but not as much as before). In the near future, I'm also wanting to read "The Dirt" which is the book written by the band Motley Crue as well as "Walk This Way" which is the book by Aerosmith. Other notable books are American Gods and Anansi Boys both by Neil Gaiman. The guy is a freaking genius when it comes to books. Both were [expletive]ing amazing books but Anansi Boys was the better one. Anansi Boys has the same characters that were in American Gods, but this time, they have bigger roles. It's not a sequel or anything, just set in the same time and environment. I recommend both to anyone, mainly Anansi Boys. So what books are you reading? What books are your favorites? And what books are you looking forward to reading? Would you recommend the Farley book? I loved him Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jet Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 I've been working my way through the Twilight series... I don't like it. But I'm taking a break for now and reading a book about metabolism and how to control/speed it up. Interesting stuff but it's kinda hard to get through. Too many hormones to remember Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wall2Wall Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 (edited) Lol I don't read unless it's required for something. An article on sports or entertainment is the farthest I'll go. Your cool factor just skyrocketed. Reading sucks. Edited July 25, 2009 by Bean Burrito Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JWaLL Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Your cool factor just skyrocketed. Reading sucks.Was that sarcastic? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xx. Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 (edited) I wanna read... but I just suck at it, so hard to pick up a book and just read it. Edited July 25, 2009 by NeTs15VC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GamerGuy Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Currently reading through: The Chronicles of Narnia - The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by C.S Lewis The Count of Monte Cristo (unabridged version...a bit hard to read through, but I like it) by Alexandre Dumas Crazy Love by Francis Chan Cat's Cradle by Kurt Vonnegut I love reading, haha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wall2Wall Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Was that sarcastic? No lol I mean it. Reading is boring and gives me headaches. I'd rather watch the movie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Recent books read and currently reading: Mysterious Flame of Queen Loana Simulacra and Simulation (The Body, In Theory: Histories of Cultural Materialism) The Biography of Malcolm XDisreputable History of Frankie Landau-Banks, The Paper Towns Barack Obama Dreams From My FatherBarack Obama The Audacity Of HopeEmotional IntelligenceAn Unquiet Mind: A memoir of Moods and Madness BOLDED: Highly Recommended! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flight Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 I don't read books much, I just can't stand reading something boring lol. I do like reading stuff that's personal, real life experiences but that rarely comes up and I'm limited on time during school. Summer doesn't go well with reading. I'm writing a book now though, so that counts lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Feelgood Posted July 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2009 Would you recommend the Farley book? I loved him Well, I just started it all over since the first time I read it, I got through the first three chapters and stopped reading it because I wasn't in the reading mood as I had just finished Zo's book. But so far, I can tell it's going to be a good read. I'll let you know when I'm finished reading it on what I thought and if it's worth the money. But so far, it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Force Posted July 26, 2009 Report Share Posted July 26, 2009 I only read novels for school, lol. And when I do want to read, after reading the first page, I'm just like screw it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Goods Posted July 26, 2009 Report Share Posted July 26, 2009 I just read whatever my classes require me to read, other than that I haven't picked up a book and read it in a few years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-Rat Posted July 26, 2009 Report Share Posted July 26, 2009 Well, I just started it all over since the first time I read it, I got through the first three chapters and stopped reading it because I wasn't in the reading mood as I had just finished Zo's book. But so far, I can tell it's going to be a good read. I'll let you know when I'm finished reading it on what I thought and if it's worth the money. But so far, it is. Alright cool, thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Posted July 26, 2009 Report Share Posted July 26, 2009 Great thread btw. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diesel Posted July 27, 2009 Report Share Posted July 27, 2009 Yeah I bought the Alonzo Mourning book "Resilience" a few months ago and read it. Great book on his comeback to the NBA and how much crap he had to go through. I havn't read a book in a while, but reading is a pretty fun thing to do as long as it isn't a lame book like the ones they make you read in school. I was into Stephen King books for a phase haha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Feelgood Posted August 14, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 14, 2009 Would you recommend the Farley book? I loved him So tonight, I just finished "The Chris Farley Show"...and damn. It was definitely worth the money I spent on it. Very good biography of him. It tells about his obvious addiction to drugs and alcohol and how well he could hide it to those around him. Talked about how we got clean and sober for a good 2 years before relapsing to alcohol. I must say, I loved this book. The very last chapter was the hardest to read. I got a bit teary eyed (no tears though, I was expecting it with all the reviews I was reading). I definitely recommend you pick up this book if you love Chris Farley or want to know anything about it. My new favorite biography, I loved it even more than "Slash". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dash Posted August 14, 2009 Report Share Posted August 14, 2009 (edited) I read sports books and the novels they make us read in school mainly, but sometimes I do read. I'll usually read half of a book though, I rarely ever finish a book. Edited August 14, 2009 by Dash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheriff Shaq Posted August 14, 2009 Report Share Posted August 14, 2009 I just happen to be reading Jayson Williams "Loose Balls" man he's so funny... too bad he had to go through what he did. Haven't finished "Christine" (Stephen King) for almost 2 years lol --- Anyone can suggest a good NBA-related book? Preferably thick ones not a thin brief biography book... I personally enjoyed Larry Bird "Drive", Fab Five (ok not NBA but still very nice), and an MJ book... forgot. Is there any new NBA book recently released? It's not new and not exactly "NBA" related but, "Hoop Dreams" was a good book. It follows the lives of two high school all-stars as they try to work their way out of where they live now and into the NBA. It's a true story. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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