@StrikerEZ - thank you for the welcome, and the frankly troubling cookie! To you and @Sami, favorite Cosmere book.... is a very hard question. The first mistborn trilogy was my first glimpse into Sanderson's world, so it has a special place in my heart. But the Stormlight Archive, it's epic genius on a fantastic scale. If I had to choose just one, though - I'd probably say the Emperor's Soul is my favorite story. It's so different, and so clever.
@Ammanas glad to hear it! I'll have to go check out the entertainment thread about it, I'm so curious to see what others have to say about it. I'm just starting book 8, but have been through books 1 & 2 twice already.
Also, I'd say Ammanas's description of the Malazan is as good a description as I could hope to offer, Sami. It's incredible. It's the most intricately woven story I've ever read, and I include both Sanderson & Rothfuss in that. It's pure art, and I love it.
Ah, and Sami - favorite characters..... Sazed, Lopen, and Rock are probably my favorites. For now. It's always changing. I've been through WoK and WoR maybe 8 or 9 times, and my favorites shift every time.
Thanks again all for the warm welcome!