Christine's Favorites

I have read hundreds, nay, thousands of books in my life. The ones that have stuck with me, those books that either crafted the person, or the writer, that I am now are below. I will add what I remember, and more later. Profound books, simple books, in a variety of age groups and genres. Is it any wonder I'm cross-genre?!

I've shamelessly stolen this idea from Shawn Inmon, fellow Indie author. You can find his library of favorites at his author website.

Horton Hatches the Egg

Yes, it's a children's story. It happens to be one of the best. One I continue to try and live by. Horton taught me to keep my word, to be accountable for my actions, and to be loyal.

The Star Beast

I read an excerpt of this book when I was just five years old. Years later, I found it again in a 5th grade reader and later, in the mid-80s I found the entire book and read it. Even now, the thought of it makes me smile!

One Child

I wonder if this book led me to foster. I can't be sure, but it certainly captivated me. I read it dozens of times over.

The White Plague

A plague that kills only women? I read this over and over in my 20s.

Podkayne of Mars

I read this book obsessively as a tween and teen. The protagonist isn't the brightest bulb in the galaxy, but she has a huge heart.

Lucifer's Hammer

I've always enjoyed post-apoc fiction and this book kept me coming back again and again.

Voyage From Yesteryear

Human nature turned on its ear. I read it again and again, imagining how amazing a future without greed could look.

Dragonriders of Pern

My first husband introduced me to the Pern books. I loved them. My favorite in the series was All the Weyrs of Pern.

Battlefield Earth

Another book I read over and over again. It's a hefty read at over 1,000 pages. Until Adrian Tchaikovsky's Children of Ruin, I think it might be the longest book I've ever read.