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I’m Jeff Salbato (your teacher), but I prefer Jeff. You only need to introduce yourself in one of these sub-topics, but, because I’m the supposed leader here, I’ll post in all of them…
Everyone should read Fromm’s Sane Society, Epictetus’ Encheiridion, Chomsky’s What Uncle Sam Really Wants, Milgram’s Obedience to Authority, Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning, Holloway’s Godless Morality, …and hundreds of others…go read some books now!
(If you want a fuller list of book recommendations, click the “Propaganda” link in the header above and you’ll find a bunch of categorized lists of my favorite books.
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Hello,
My name is Tabitha Martinez, and I prefer to go by Tabitha. Some of my favorite books that I would recommend are When Breath Becomes Air and The Hunger Games Trilogy (the movies don’t do it justice).
Books I’m currently reading are The Iliad; God on Mute; The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers; Diana: Her True Story. So far, they are all good. I tend to rotate through books, as I tend to get bored with one. Depends on what mood I’m in the mood for and what I want to read.
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Hi Tabitha!
I look forward to reading When Breath Becomes Air (I added it to my TBR list).
The Hunger Games Series is also one of my favorite book series! I recently finished the Hirathean Pass series which reminded me of the Hunger Games with a more adult focus for audience rather than a young adult focus.
I rotate through books and series too so I don’t get burned out on one thing! I greatly respect your adherence to only 4 books/ series- I am currently 18 different books (but at least I can’t get bored as quickly).
I hope to chat more about books with you in future :)
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Tabitha I have read Diana: Her True Story, and I would have to agree with you on that one. HRH Princess Diana, Princess of Wales was a beautiful soul and she helped so many individuals while she was here on Earth. You may wonder why I added the HRH? I have never referred to her any other way. Because I will never agree with what HRH Queen Elisabeth II did by taken the “HRH” away after her divorce from Charles. HRH Prince William is said to have told her after his grandmother stripped the title away, “Mummy don’t worry the HRH when I become King I will have the HRH reinstated”. When the Queen did that it meant that everyone who had courtesied prior to that happening, she would then have to courtsie to them. It was a form of great disrespect by the Queen. Then tragically a year later she was murdered in the tunnel in Paris, France. I’m sorry…I have very strong feelings and opinion when it comes to her. She was abused mentally, and by the paparazzi, and she was thrown into a royal marriage without any guidance or explanation on how to live as they do. Rest peacefully HRH Princess Diana, Princess of Wales.
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Hello all!
My name is Leah and I enjoy fantasy, my favorite series is Throne of Glass (I know it’s very cliche). I do read pretty much every genre though, so I look forward to everyone’s recommendations!-
Hi Leah,
I have loved what I have read of the Throne of Glass Series! I am an avid reader (and very big lover of fantasy) and I have been reading a lot of fantasy recently. I have several recommendations I could share based on your enjoyment of the Throne of Glass Series if you are interested :)
Clarissa
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Hey Clarissa,
I would love some book recommendations, thank you!!
Leah
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Hello everyone my name is Naverette Padilla, I go by the same name, Naverette. This is definitely not a nerdy book however I would still recommend ‘Can’t Hurt Me’ by David Goggins. I would recommend this book because as all of us know, pain and loss is a universal human experience; and this mans story illustrates that despite being dealt a terrible hand in life you don’t have to be defined by your circumstances to succeed. Unlike many “self-help” books out there David practiced everything he preached,which is why I find him credible and would recommend his story.
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Hi Naverette, I read Can’t Hurt Me with my oldest son a couple of years ago and it was incredibly inspiring. We spent hours discussing it during a very pivotal time in his life.
I agree it is a great recommendation and has a lot life lessons that are very relatable!Ellie
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Hello,
My name is Tyler Montoya and im on a literature journey. Aka reading as many books as i can that interests because im in the mood, Im currently reading the novelization of once upon a time in hollywood by quinten tarantino. Im five chapters away from finishing and once i finish i plan on reading Robert louis stevenson’s Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyed and then Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein for the Halloween season. From there i plan on reading Max Mccoy’s indiana jones and the philosopher’s stone, hunter s. Thompson’s fear and loathing on the campaign trail 72, Elmore Leonard’s Freaky Deaky and George Carlin’s Brain Droppings there’s also a lot of books out there im still hunting for for example the Parker triogly and l look forward to everyone’s recommendations!
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Hi Tyler!
I haven’t read Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein” yet, but I did listen to Robert Louis Stevenson’s “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyed” A couple years ago and definitely worth the read(or Listen in my case)! I had only really seen adaptations of it in kids shows, specifically VeggieTaless, so it was really cool to actually know the story it all originated from. Other than Indiana Jones I don’t think I’ve heard of any of those other series, but I’ll look into those as well! -
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I really enjoy the Hunger Games series; I have read each book countless times and really enjoy Susan Collins’ work. I do, however, have a favorite; specifically, the ballet of songbirds and snakes, my favorite because it’s written through the villain President Snow’s point of view and really ties everything together. is the 4th book of the series—technically the 1st if we’re talking chronologically, but let me not rant; I should have put it under the geekiest/nerdy interest category. That would be my favorite because I would overall recommend the series because it’s a great dystopian series that really keeps you hooked and invested all the way through. The author does a great job at connecting all the books to one cohesive, beautiful storyline.
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Hi Nessy,
I remember when these came out! I audiobooked all of them and they had me invested to the end! I have a special place in my heart for these books as they spanned a period of my life as a young mom with 3 little kids.
There’s a lot of life lessons throughout this series and they showcase so many facets of human behavior.
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Hello Everyone, I would recommend any Tony Hillerman Book all of the series about The navajo nation police are good and Fly on the wall about a reporter working in washngton d.c. is an exciting read. The spencer detective series is good I has many authors so its interesting to read to see the people try to keep the story telling similar to the original author. A really interesting read is Nuclear Nuevo México: Colonialism and the Effects of the Nuclear Industrial Complex on Nuevomexicanos written by MYRRIAH GÓMEZ it is available in the CNM library though a very inconsiderate student had decided to mark it up with a pen when I went to check it out.
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Hello all, my name is Adrian and a ‘nerdy’ book I’d recommend would be Becoming Superman by J. Michael Straczynski, film writer and comic author of quite a few things. Despite the seemingly optimistic title, this book is an autobiography on a major author’s traumatic past.
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Hello,
My name is Clarissa. I am an avid reader and well on my way to having my own library (I’m at about 750/1000 books). I look forward to all the recommendations in this thread. I primarily read fantasy, horror, thriller, mystery, and romance. That said, I will read almost anything and I am always looking for new books to read.
I just finished an ARC (advanced review copy) read of a book called Vanished by J. J. Foraday which was a good fantasy mystery. I also recently finished reading The Hirathean Path Series by Aria Ashbrook. This series is a really good romance fantasy series that focuses on the plot of “a wish could solve everything” until it doesn’t.
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Hi Clarissa, it’s incredible that you have that many books! How do you manage to make time for reading on top of school and everyday life? I’m not big on fantasy, but if I ever decide to give it a try, I know who to reach out to for some recommendations!
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Hello everyone!
My name is Paulina, but I go by Paully. I’m not going to lie, I have not read a book in a really long time except for school textbooks, which is kind of sad because I actually do enjoy reading. I just haven’t had much time for it lately. Ironically enough, one of the last books I read was The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer. My all-time favorite book is The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz. I’m not sure if either of those are considered “nerdy,” but they are both self-improvement books, which is mainly what I enjoy reading.
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Hey Paully,
I’m the same way, school tends to burn me out when it comes to books. Your books do sound interesting though, I might have to attempt them during this semester!
Have a great day!
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Hi Pauly!
I’ve read The Four Agreements a couple of times and the simple practices it illustrates have helped me in many ways.
Be impeccable with your word, don’t take anything personally, don’t make assumptions, and always do your best! So simple and profound!
These are some of the same tenants I learned in yoga teacher training and living by them has opened doors I didn’t even know existed.
Great recommendation!
Ellie
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Hi, my name is Avrianna, but I prefer to be called Adrian I read all kinds of books but mainly read horror, fantasy, mythology, historical and once in a great while romance. the book I recommend is called “the song of Achilles” by Madeline miller, it is about Achillies “the best of all Greeks” part mortal and immortal and in this book, it talks about Achillies and his companion Patroclus growing up together and serving in the war of troy. it is a sad story, but it also is a great story that connects to odyssey from a different perspective and maintaining a separate story. I highly recommend reading if that is in your interest.
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Hi Adrian!
I also really enjoy those genres! I haven’t really read a horror book, but I have definitely read plenty of Creepypastas. I really enjoy fantasy, mythology, and historical kinds of books as well!
I haven’t heard of The Song of Achilles before, but it sounds really interesting and I’ll probably look into it!
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Hey everyone!
I’m currently reading Blink by Malcolm Gladwell and it’s got me intrigued! He quotes John Gottman and talks about the 4 horseman: Criticism, Contempt, Stonewalling and Defensiveness. There’s so much information on relationships here and it’s very easy to understand.
I’m also finishing up Radical Acceptance by Tara Brach, PH.D and this book is phenomenal! I am thoroughly enjoying her mix of modern Psychology and Buddhism. Last year I learned the power of acceptance on whole new level and this book mirrors many of my own experiences. Her writing style is very relatable.
I also recommend Breath by James Nestor! As a yoga teacher and someone whose practiced breathwork for many years, I believe that we all can benefit from understanding the importance of breathing properly. This is absolutely a phenomenal read for anyone with sleep issues, asthma, autoimmune diseases, and so much more!
Complex PTSD by Pete Walker was also a great read and the insights in there are some of the best I’ve come across on the subject, especially as someone who has been diagnosed with it. Even if you don’t think you have PTSD this book does a great job of validating all types of pain and traumas.
Happy Reading!
Ellie
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Oh! My name is Ellie Jones and I go by Ellie.:)
I am adding books to my wishlist as we speak!
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Hey everyone! My name is Ellie Jones and I go by Ellie.
I’m currently reading Blink by Malcolm Gladwell and it’s got me intrigued! He quotes John Gottman and talks about the 4 horseman: Criticism, Contempt, Stonewalling and Defensiveness. There’s so much information on relationships here and it’s very easy to understand.
I’m also finishing up Radical Acceptance by Tara Brach, PH.D and this book is phenomenal! I am thoroughly enjoying her mix of modern Psychology and Buddhism. Last year I learned the power of acceptance on whole new level and this book mirrors many of my own experiences. Her writing style is very relatable.
I also recommend Breath by James Nestor! As a yoga teacher and someone whose practiced breathwork for many years, I believe that we all can benefit from understanding the importance of breathing properly. This is absolutely a phenomenal read for anyone with sleep issues, asthma, autoimmune diseases, and so much more!
Complex PTSD by Pete Walker was also a great read and the insights in there are some of the best I’ve come across on the subject, especially as someone who has been diagnosed with it. Even if you don’t think you have PTSD this book does a great job of validating all types of pain and traumas.
Happy Reading!
Ellie
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Lol! “Ellie, You rule” I’ll take it! I was just transported back to the 90s! :D
Good times!
I’ll just be over here adjusting my crown!🤪
Glad you’re giving Pete Walker’s book a go!
I’m looking forward to finishing Blink, it’s got me hooked.Ellie
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Hi Everyone my name is Samuel Ruiz Arroyo but for majority of it just call me Sammy. I am majoring in Liberal Arts and I chose this degree because I feel like I want to be a well-rounded student. I am 50% done on earning my associates degree in Liberal Arts and graduating with honors. The book I recommend for most book readers is the original Novel Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton and the sequel The Lost World.
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Hi everyone! My name is Alainna Wildes, but I’ve always gone by Lainey.
I don’t read a ton. I have Dyslexia, so it’s a lot of effort and feels to difficult unless I’m really in the mood(but either way I always end up enjoying it when I do read). I really do need to get back into reading and audiobooks.
A more “nerdy” book I’d recommend is “I Don’t Have Enough Faith to be an Atheist” by Norman L. Geisler and Frank Turek. I haven’t finished it yet, but it’s a really good, insightful book. I’m a Christian, and it goes over more of the logical reasons we believe what we do, rather than just “oh well the Bible says so it must be true.” I think it’s important to have genuine, logical reasons why you believe what you believe, so I find it really helpful. It’s also just interesting even if you don’t think it’s true.
For a more “for fun” book I’d recommend “The WingFeather Saga” by Andrew Peterson. It’s such a fun, though dark, fantasy story that I’ll never stop recommending to people. It’s technically written for middle schoolers, but if you enjoy fantasy, adventure, some fun times, and some other very traumatic times, this book series is for you, regardless of age.
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Hello everyone my name is Maryam. I don’t like a lot of books but one I really enjoyed was The Great Gatsby. It’s a short catchy book that explores the dark side of wealth, and the corruption of the American dream .
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Hi, everyone! My name is Zaira Elija and I prefer to be called ‘Zaira’. This is my second introduction post and I also wanted to share a book recommendation other than sharing geeky/nerdy interests. I’m a senior high school student, but I do still enjoy a variety of books that I’ve read since elementary!
First is Hattie and the Wild Waves: A Story from Brooklyn by Barbara Cooney. The illustrations caught my attention so much that they encouraged me to read the story. It’s a wholesome and touching book about Hattie pursuing her dream of becoming a painter despite her family’s judgment.
Second is Flipped by Wendelin Van Draanen. I actually watched the movie before reading the book. I followed Julie Baker’s approach with Bryce Loski, and somehow it worked on a boy I’ve liked for about nine years now. Aside from that, I really enjoyed its slice-of-life story. One idea that stuck with me is asking, “Is this person more or less?” It helped me get through middle/high school and deal with judgmental, hormonal kids as an immigrant kid which is already hard to begin with.
Third, any books by Ann Liang! I definitely cried while reading I Hope This Doesn’t Find You because of how relatable it was, especially since the characters share the same ethnic background as me. I also loved Sadie Wen’s chemistry with her academic rival, Julius Gong—it was so well-written that it made me fly over the moon. Although it’s a romance, it felt like so much more, especially with Sadie’s relationship with her mom, their conversation about how she wants Sadie to spend her younger years, and her parents’ divorce. It’s a story that really stayed with me. I also wish I could read I Hope This Finds You, which continues their university lives and gives more of Julius Gong’s perspective. Unfortunately, the physical copy is currently only available through Ann Liang’s New York book tour, so I’m still waiting for a chance to get my hands on it!
Lastly, Better Than the Movies and Nothing Like the Movies by Lynn Painter. They’re wonderful books about teen romance and drama, but they’re also emotionally touching because the characters feel relatable in their own ways. I especially enjoyed the rom-com references and seeing how Wes turned his life around in the second book. Also, the first book is getting its adaption already, I’m so stoked to watch it!
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