Order of Xanth Books
Xanth is a series of fantasy novels by American novelist Piers Anthony. The humans in Xanth all have a magical ability (called a “talent”). Almost all abilities are exclusive to a human character and are not shared with any others. In addition to the humans, the world is populated by centaurs, demons, dragons, fauns, gargoyles, goblins, golems, harpies, merfolk, naga, nymphs, ogres, zombies, curse fiends and other creatures. (more…)
Order of Cluster Books
The Cluster series is a series of science fiction novels by American author Piers Anthony. Humanity has colonized an area of the galaxy called Sphere Sol. Sphere Sol is the sphere of influence of the race from the sun and it is 100 light years in diameter. There are also other spheres centered around other stars. Races colonize planets through teleportation (called “mattermission”), in freezer ships and via lifeships. (more…)
Order of Jason Striker Books
Jason Striker, Master of Martial Arts is a series of action-adventure novels by Piers Anthony and Roberto Fuentes. The series follows Jason Striker, master of all martial arts – including karate, kung-fu and aikido. Despite the fact that he’s able to destroy even the most skilled of opponents, Striker is a man of peace and his school is a school of defense. Expect more blood and guts than from your average Piers Anthony novel. (more…)
Order of Piers Anthony Books
Piers Anthony is an English-American author of science fiction and fantasy novels. He has written several series, including Xanth, Cluster, Apprentice Adept, Incarnations of Immortality and several others. Before he became an author, Piers spent two years serving in the U.S. Army, edited the battalion’s newspaper and then worked as a public school teacher. He wouldn’t stay teaching for long, though, as he made a deal with his wife to sell a piece within a year or he would give up his dream. Towards the end of the year, Piers was able to sell a short story. Piers lives with his wife on a tree farm in Florida. (more…)
Order of Guido Brunetti Books
Commissario Guido Brunetti is the central character in a series of crime fiction novels by American novelist Donna Leon. Brunetti is the police commissioner in Venice, Italy. With each case, we learn more about the criminal underbelly of Venice, as well as the lifestyle. (more…)
Order of Donna Leon Books
Donna Leon is an American author of crime fiction, best known for her series set in Venice that feature Commissiario Guido Brunetti. Donna has taught English lit around the world, in countries such as Switzerland, Iran, China, Italy and Saudi Arabia. Originally from New York, she has lived in Venice for over 25 years. (more…)
Gillian Flynn Signs New Book Deal
Written by Dan Malone on Monday, November 19th, 2012Gone Girl author Gillian Flynn has signed a new two-book deal with Random House. The deal entails a new adult novel for the Crown Publishing imprint as well as a young adult novel for Delacorte Press.
Gone Girl has been a huge hit since its release in June about a woman who disappears as she and her husband are celebrating their anniversary. 20th Century Fox already has the film rights and it will be produced by Reese Witherspoon (who may end up starring in it as well). (more…)
Order of Jessica Balzano/Kevin Byrne Books
Jessica Balzano and Kevin Byrne are the protagonists in a series of police procedural/thriller novels by American author Richard Montanari. The series takes place in the homicide unit of the Philadelphia Police Department and is narrated by detectives Kevin Byrne and his partner Jessica Balzano. Publishers Weekly has said that the books “possess a psychological depth all too rare in such fiction.” (more…)
Order of Richard Montanari Books
Richard Montanari is an American author of crime fiction, mystery and thriller novels. His novels have been published in nearly 30 languages. Richard spent time living in Europe, including London, where he worked selling clothes. Eventually, he moved back to the States and joined his family business. After five years, he decided to make a change to a writing career. He is best known for his Philadelphia series, featuring Jessica Balzano and Kevin Byrne. Montanari lives in Northeast Ohio – the same place he was born. (more…)
Order of Big Stone Gap Books
Big Stone Gap is a series of women’s fiction by American novelist Adriana Trigiani. The series is set in Big Stone Gap, Virginia – a “sleepy hamlet” in the Blue Ride Mountains – in 1978. It follows a 35 year-old woman named Ave Maria Mulligan, who is the self-proclaimed spinster of the town and the local pharmacist. (more…)