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We will find the cosmere reference; no matter how small or obscure!

@MulkI'm beginning to think Rothfuss is starting to take the same approach of Virgil when writing the Aeneid. That is wanting the text to be perfect and tinkering with it for the rest of his life. It wasn't until Virgil died that the Aeneid was published. I hope I am mistaken, but that is the direction I see this headed. If that's the direction he wants to take then fine. Yes its disappointing, but there are tons of great authors out there that deliver in a timely manner. I wish the best for Rothfuss and hope he finds happiness.

@Blightsong Sorry to hear that. I used to do hospital security and guarded the people on suicide watch to make sure they didn't hurt themselves (also looked after the drunks, but that is a completely different story); it is just a very sad situation for everyone. Hopefully they get the help they need and that you take care of yourself so you do not spiral. These things do effect one; I had to find another line of work because I discovered it was not good for my mental health to spend night after night with people wanting to hurt themselves. I wish the best for you...feel free to send me a p.m. if you want to talk about it (if you don't want to talk about it with random internet guy I completely understand).

A recent article by Rothfuss (still no word on Doors of Stone) but I noticed he comes across as a deeply unhappy man when I read the section of "what gives him joy from writing". Here is the article (he uses a little bit of language, but nothing serious. Sorry if it breaks any forum rules): http://www.omnivoracious.com/2017/10/patrick-rothfuss-on-the-joys-and-non-joys-of-writing.html

Just thought of another question. What is the difference between your contribution and Chaos' contribution for the 17th shard? I always thought Chaos ran things, but I noticed that it says Head Administrator next to your name too.

I am not challenging you, but could you provide a link to where he expresses such a opinion? I am unfamiliar with him saying such a thing. I do know though he has expressed views that would make hardline Mormons cringe. He has a different way of looking at things and that they go against some traditional Mormon views.

Its probably been about twenty years since I have have heard this particular Offspring song. I heard it on the radio today and can't get it out of my head.

What the haters do not understand is that the sweetness of the pineapple is the perfect balance to the saltiness of the other ingredients. The pineapple is the key to perfect pizza harmony.

I always try to seperate a author from their works. Many of my favorite authors have views that I couldn't disagree more with. I guess I will go hypocrite on my previous statement and say there is are two exceptions. The first is L. Ron Hubbard. I usually try really hard to see the good in any type of religion and respect it, but Scientology is twisted and has done some truly awful things. L. Ron Hubbard was its founder. The second is anyone who commits heinous crimes and writes books describing what happened. I cannot support people like that. Other than that I think its good to read authors with different views and try to gain a broader prospective.

Someone wants to make plans with you for mid-November and you tell them, "Sorry but Oathbringer is coming out that week."

Nothing really huge, but my library book (The Book of Swords anthology) is finally in transit! I wanted to hold off buying it untill I know if its good (a $20 hardcover is a bit of a gamble) but it has some stories included by some of my favorite authors such as: Scott Lynch, Ken Liu, and Daniel Abraham. It just came out October 10 so this is really fast for a average library book. Evidently most people are buying it for the new George RR Martin story but, for me at least, there are so many other authors included that look even more intriguing.

Any funny stories from being a moderator of the 17th shard? Craziest reason for banning someone?

Ok thanks for the clarification! I also felt the pacing was a step back for book three (compared to the previous two books). I feel that the author is becoming infatuated with the day to day minutia details of that world but, like I said, it's not really a issue for me.

Did you feel that it was a big difference from book 3? I am still waiting for my turn for Blood Mirror from the library. So far my defense in the series echoes how some people feel about wheel of time which is: I don't even care if anything really happens in these books. I just enjoy spending time in his world. I'm looking forward to listening to the fourth book and forming my own opinions. I have heard some mixed stuff, but @AngelEy3 vouches for it so expect it will be good.

There is a sense of optimism that permeates his books that is a refreshing change of pace from my usual tastes. I love his worldbuilding and putting together the giant puzzle that is The Cosmere.

Welcome! Your idea wouldn't surprise me; a writer often draws from all of life experiences, but I have never heard that particular idea expressed. You can refer to the author anyway you feel comfortable with; I have never heard of it being a issue. Lastly, did you know that Sanderson wrote his own "spin" on Ender's game with a short story called Firstborn. It is Science Fiction, set in its own unique universe, and can be read (legally) here: https://www.tor.com/2008/12/17/firstborn/

Just a inside joke, amongst 17th sharders, about cookies containing hemalurgic spike (a mistborn thing). To my knowledge the origin is not found in the books and its just something we have fun with around here

I don't consider any of Brandon's books "Military Fantasy" but evidently amazon does; the following list caught my attention:

He should be done with Legion 3 so I would say its a case of the latter.

Waffles!

I wasn't a big fan King Rat and I don't have much of a desire to read Whirlwind. I do think that Shogun and Tai-pan are his best books. I would place Noble House on the same level as Gai-Jin though. It's really interesting seeing Hong Kong a hundred years after Tai-pan and there are a ton of references to stuff that happened in the previous book. Noble House is his longest book if that makes any difference; nearly 1200 pgs in my trade paperback edition.

Just as long as you don't add Pannion in front of your title of Seer and create your own Tenescowri (sorry its a malazan reference). http://malazan.wikia.com/wiki/Tenescowri

Continuing my James Clavell reread with Noble House. What a glorious mess of a novel this is! The author has thrown just about everything into this novel and I am having a blast slowly digesting it, unraveling the plot threads, and just letting the novel percolate in my mind. The only other novel off the top of my mind that is so all encompassing is War and Peace. Here is a short explanation of the plot that is found on the back of the book: The setting is Hong Kong, 1963. The action spans scarcely more than a week, but these are days of high adventure: from kidnapping and murder to financial double-dealing and natural catastrophes–fire, flood, landslide. Yet they are days filled as well with all the mystery and romance of Hong Kong–the heart of Asia–rich in every trade…money, flesh, opium, power. I know I have probably not convinced anyone to read this book, but if you do I highly recommend reading Tai-Pan (probably a better book than Noble House) first to fully enjoy this novel.

I have not read these books, but thought that people read them for the steamy sex scenes. Kind of like a Scottish 50 Shades of Grey. How would you describe the series and what do you like about it?