Boxall's 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die discussion

I'm in a book rut and am going to the library tonight! What are your favorites on this list so that i can get some recommendations on where to start. Honestly, the sheer length of the list overwhelms me and I think that's why I'm in the rut I'm in lol. Any help appreciated!

House of leaves was really good. a bit thriller even horror. But really good.

Nicole wrote: "House of leaves was really good. a bit thriller even horror. But really good."awesome I'll see if the library has it! Thank you!

I looked at my app to see what got high ratings. Of the more recent books, I would recommend The Art of Fielding, 1Q84, Half of a Yellow Sun, and The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay.

Beginning with familiar or favorite authors is an option. Especially for titles whose films you've seen. You'll have an idea about the story line. Short stories are another option. You will have a greater sense of accomplishment by getting a few titles under your belt.

If you're a fan of Charlotte Brontë I heartily recommend Charlotte Brontë: A Fiery Heart by Claire Harman. The backstory will unpack Brontë's work and provide much needed insight that is lacking from the reader's perspective. While I don't believe this is necessary for all authors, Charlotte wrote from a very personal slant which permeates her work.

Good luck!

Sarah wrote: "Beginning with familiar or favorite authors is an option. Especially for titles whose films you've seen. You'll have an idea about the story line. Short stories are another option. You will have a ..."

She was asking for favourite books on the 1001 list.

Here is my suggestion: Starting with the top books on the Listopia-list
https://www.goodreads.com/list/show/9...

These are the most liked/commonly read/most classic.... good place to start.

However one may object that these books are crowd pleasers. If you feel like getting into the more exploratory/elitist/.... parts of the list, try the top books on “1001 books list in Wilson order”:

https://www.goodreads.com/list/show/9...
(Wilson score combined rating and number of rating into one number).

J_BlueFlower wrote: "Here is my suggestion: Starting with the top books on the Listopia-list
https://www.goodreads.com/list/show/9...

These are the most liked/commonly read/most ..."

Thank you for these lists! That will be very helpful when I get in a funk and need to find a book to read! Thank you very much!