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New favorite authors from 2012! (In no particular order)
1. Gayle Forman
I listened to If I Stay and Where She Went within a period of a few days and golly were those a couple of heart-wrenching audiobooks. Definite fan.
2. Hunter S. Thompson
I can’t remember the last time I went so nutty over finding more from an author. Before I finished the first book I already had the next few ready to go.
3. Cat Valente
Her Fairyland books were some of the most well-written Middle Grade books I have ever had the pleasure of reading. They were charming and so much fun, I can’t wait to read more from this extremely talented author.
4. Megan Whalen Turner
Considering I’m not usually a fan of fantasy I went into this series expecting to dislike it greatly. The first installment was a bit of a rough start but I gave it another short and ended up reading all available in the series. So wonderfully written.
5. Philip Pullman
Yes, 2012 marks the year I FINALLY read his Dark Materials series. Actually, I listened to all 3 on audio and they were FANTASTIC. Narrated by Philip Pullman himself. Highly recommended. Will definitely be looking into some of his other works.
6. Eowyn Ivey
The Snow Child was a beautifully written book, and the authors debut book. This one left me speechless.
7. Geoff Rodkey
I became a huge fan of Middle Grade books this year and Geoff Rodkey’s ‘Deadweather and Sunrise’ played a huge part in that. If this book hadn’t been sent to me I doubt I would have ever picked this one up. A pirate infested island, a boy named Egg, and buried treasure. Don’t miss out on this one.
8. Jandy Nelson
If you have not read The Sky is Everywhere, stop what you’re doing and start reading it. Immediately. Grab a box of tissues while you’re at it. Sure, it’s tear-worthy but boy was it worth it.
9. Ann Aguirre
This author remained on my shelf for an extended period of time, primarily because sci-fi and I usually don’t get along. I finally took a chance on her Grimspace series and I’ve already read two and have yet to be disappointed!
10. Kate Morton
I’ve been meaning to read something of Kate’s for ages and when an ARC of The Secret Keeper ended up in my lap I finally had my chance. I still have no idea why I waited so long, she’s perfection.
I read the first of Valente's Girl books, but just didn't care for it. My daughter really enjoyed it though. I haven't read any of the others on your list.
I love the books by Gayle Forman and Philip Pullman! They're both amazing authors 🙂 Great list
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His Dark Materials is next up on my to-read list. I can't believe I've waited so long. I've had the books for over a year.
I love Philip Pullman! 🙂
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Hunters S. Thompson and Philip Pullman! A reader after my own heart! I will definitely need to check out some of the others on your list. Thanks for stopping by my blog!
Lisa @ Bookshelf Fantasies
Snow Child is in my Mount TBR challenge – looking forward to it.
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I've seen Eowyn Ivey on a few lists now – I have it on my TBR but I might have to bump it closer to the top. My husband is a massive Hunter S Thompson fan, and also loved His Dark materials so he would definitely approve of your list!
Great list! I really like Gayle Forman; I'll have to look for some others. 🙂
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Brandy @ A Little of the Book Life
Cool list! I loved The Sky is Everywhere and Gayle Forman is pretty awesome too! Your blog design is so cute, LOVE the polka dots 🙂
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I have been thinking I need to try Kate Morton as well. I do enjoy Ann Aguirre. Gayle is another author I need to try. A great list and some authors I need to research. I have to say for me always Stephen King and I love Laini Taylor.
I can't wait to read the books from Catherynne Valente! I love the long titles 😀 Thanks for stopping by my TTT.
Cat Valente is awesome. I should have put her on my list, but I missed her. I used Goodreads to find my 2012 reads and it missed a few. I know not to do that in the future. Great list though!
I can't believe I've never read Hunter S. Thompson! I need to at least give Fear and Loathing a try.
Aw, love this list! I <3 so many authors in it.