What do you think of books that receive a lot of hype? (think of the “Twilight” saga, or “Harry Potter”, or “The Da Vinci Code”). Do you read them? Why, or why not?
Do I read books that receive a lot of hype? No, especially not the ones named in this question. I don't read anything about Vampires, Wizards, or the way over the top Da Vinci Code. I don't read any kind of Sci-fi books, it is just not my kind of reading.
However, if a book by one of my favorite authors, for example, Nicholas Sparks, is receiving a lot of hype I will look into it, and probably read it, depending on the content. Even if it is by a favorite author, doesn't necessarily mean I will read the book, or will run out and buy it. I like cozy reading, whatever the genre.
I totally agree about the paranormal books. Definitely not in my list of genres I enjoy.
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I agree..I am not greatly moved by the big hyped books, especially if it is a genre I don't usually read.
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts exactly! Wow, and here I thought that everybody in the blogosphere would rush out and buy the Twilight books! lol
ReplyDeleteI do see vampire books everywhere, not just Twilight. And to me, these characters are very unappealing.
I like what I like, and no matter what the publicity machines tell me, I am not swayed.
Here's my musing:
http://meditationsbylaurelrain.wordpress.com/2010/06/28/monday-musings/
It really depends. If it's a genre or author that I like, I'll probably read it. I did read DaVinci Code after all the hype, and I really disliked it...lol. Then I read Angels and Demons by the same author and came to the conclusion I just dont like Dan Browns writing.
ReplyDeleteSo all that hype, really comes down to nothing.
http://thebookworm07.blogspot.com/
I'm not really into the paranormal lit, either, although I do like a good sci-fi book now and then. And I agree about favorite authors - I'll usually look at their books whether or not they're getting lots of hype. But it doesn't mean I'll end up reading them. Too many books, too little time!
ReplyDeleteI feel the same way. I only read the hyped books if it's a genre I want to read anyway.
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