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The Basics

Buzz HQ

Welcome! Buzz HQ is where it all begins. Introduce yourself and post any comments or questions about the Random Buzz Community here.

240 2165 Jul 02, 2009, 07:06:53 PM
By kitty_committee
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I'm kind of new, so I was wondering... How often do they update the Random Store?  It seems like just about everything is out of stock.

Genres & Series

Are you a super fan of everything fantasy? Are romantic novels more up your alley? Do you prefer historical fiction? Are there series you just can't get enough of? Share your thoughts on your favorite genres and series here!

7 64 Jul 02, 2009, 01:31:56 PM
By Gahlvendar
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brisinger is an awesome book!!!

Bookshelf

What’s on your bookshelf? Your wish list? Share your favorite reads, what you hope to read soon, and your reviews of your favorite books here.

114 1767 Jul 02, 2009, 05:13:33 PM
By cosmicdustbella
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Lol, a few years ago I stayed up until about 5 in the morning, and when I told my friend at school, one of my teachers overheard and ended up telling my mom about it.  She almost killed me :)

Character Central

Do you have a favorite character? How do you relate to him/her? What if characters from different books met, what would that be like? Here is your place to discuss all of the many characters and what they mean to you.

38 670 Jul 02, 2009, 05:07:29 PM
By cosmicdustbella
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Colin and Hassan from an Abundance of Katherines are awesome, and I really liked Casey from Evolution, Me, and Other Freaks of Nature

Buzz Central

Buzz Reviews : ARC's

Getting advanced readers’ copies is just one of the advantages of being a part of the Random Buzz Community. Come here to discuss the ARC’s you have received, give us your review of them, share the ones on your wish list, and your experience receiving books before they hit the shelves.

33 864 Jun 26, 2009, 04:06:31 PM
By HeadBuzzer
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Hi Sophie, No problem. You can always email me at Headbuzzer@randombuzzers.com with your Buzz Blogger guest post :) Thanks!

What's the Buzz?

Is there a Random House book that you think we should be buzzing about? Is there one that you are already buzzing about with your friends? Share the Buzz here!

40 447 Jun 29, 2009, 02:04:34 PM
By Cmeister3
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I have not read it, but am looking forward to reading it when it comes out! Am a fan of James Dashner.

Discussion @ Random

Advocates Anonymous

Talk here about the issues, ideas, and causes that you advocate and how you are getting the word out and fighting for what you believe in.

55 1240 Jun 30, 2009, 11:20:04 PM
By redtail
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Reading and knowlage is power... that is very true. Who in the world does not want you to have power? pretty much everyone that has it! lol

Library & Local Bookshop

What have you found recently at your library or local bookshop? Discuss your reading experiences, your special finds, and the atmosphere at your local book haven.

22 392 Jun 30, 2009, 07:47:45 PM
By Gahlvendar
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If you haven't read Eragon, you should definitely read it. If you have you should read Rangers Apprentic Books their really good.

Chatter

Need to vent, share a story, or recommend your favorite band? This is the place to discuss everything that happens when you’re not reading books. Relationships, zits, parents, politics, art, music, reality TV, movies, crushes…life as you know it… is all fair game here.

422 6052 Jul 02, 2009, 05:18:37 PM
By cosmicdustbella
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Hmm, my family doesnt celebrate it to much.  If anything, we maybe go to watch fireworks or something, otherwise, both my parents are working, and this year I probably will be too, so I guess the fir... more

Storytelling

Have you ever been part of a game of online storytelling? Come here to build a story with your fellow Readers. The story begins and you can help it unfold by posting the next paragraph or even chapter! Come here to jump into the story.

31 1480 Jul 01, 2009, 10:47:55 PM
By ShadowStalkerX
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*jaw drop* you really think its that good.  i mean, i hear from my friends that they like my writing, but i didn't think it was THAT good.  wow, thanks, you just made my day.unfortunately, i still th... more

Movie Adaptations

What are your favorite movie adaptations of books? Share your thoughts on all of the many books that make it to the big screen and the big screen interpretations of those books here!

5 41 May 27, 2009, 09:37:07 PM
By 1Rider
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What's Stormbreaker about?

Featured Books

Secrets of Nicholas Flamel

Come here to discuss and share your findings on the Secrets of Nicholas Flamel.

5 29 Jun 23, 2009, 03:30:45 PM
By ikra
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has anyone read the house of night series? if u did how was it and who is your favorite character.

Book of the Month

Stop in here to chat about the book of the month and share your thoughts on the author, the story, the characters, and your requests for future features.

8 101 Apr 28, 2009, 10:45:29 PM
By EmilyRuth
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I'm definitely planning on reading it! I'm not sure if I'm going to buy it though.. i"ll probably support my local library ;)

His Dark Materials

This is where you can stop in to discuss His Dark Materials, The Golden Compass, and all of your Phillip Pullman favorites.

5 210 May 31, 2009, 04:52:21 PM
By alexbepimpin12
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cats are cool but dragons are wayyyy better. Mine would definetly be a dragon cuz im awesome

Sisterhood Central

General Announcements

Check in here to learn about the latest Sisterhood Central happenings, share your Sisterhood gossip and tips ,and keep on top of everything related to the Sisterhood!

11 231 Jun 24, 2009, 03:50:44 PM
By Angel_X
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Okay. Well, I can go ahead and make a plain, none-too-creative but functional T-shirt shape in Paint and write whatever the group members want to write on it; or, somebody else with a better image-ma... more

Ann Brashares

Stop in here to discuss author Ann Brashares - any favorite passages of hers, news and events, and who knows maybe she will stop in to say hi herself!

5 71 Apr 04, 2009, 07:42:36 PM
By nenbookworm
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Hey everyone! Bookgrobie and I are giving away a copy of Three Willows by Ann Brashares and The Magicians of Caprona by Diana Wynne Jones on our blog in BetweeN the Pages. Click here to be taken stra... more

Books

Sisterhood Central is home to some amazing Sisterhood titles. Come here to discuss any of the Sisterhood books.

9 125 Jun 23, 2009, 08:56:56 PM
By sb631
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okay thank you!!

Films

Have you seen The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants movie? Did you catch the sequel? Spill on your favorite movie moments and actors/actresses here!

3 14 Feb 14, 2009, 11:46:30 AM
By F13RC3_DUCK
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I love the sisterhood books! and movies! They really inspire the reader (or viewer) to just be themselves and not care what anyone else thinks... Or if you want you can listen to them like an audiobo... more

Characters

Which character of the Sisterhood do you relate to the most? Stop in to share your favorite character moments, why you're sooo like Lena, and anything character-related here!

6 29 Jun 30, 2009, 04:33:59 PM
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I also relate Tibby alot. She's sarcastic and tough on the outside, but kind of scared and innocent on the inside. She hates changes and 'glues' herself to all the old and familiar stuff. And I just ... more

The Inheritance Cycle

Welcome/Posting Rules

Welcome to the Vroengard Academy forums! We're glad that you were apart of the Vroengard Academy experience! Discuss and chat with other fans about the Inheritance cycle and challenges that you went through with the online game!

6 198 Jul 01, 2009, 09:06:10 PM
By Gahlvendar
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Is VA going to start up again?

Inheritance 411

Which The Inheritance Cycle book is your favorite? Who is your favorite character? Do you have a favorite quotation or moment from any of the books? Share all of your Inheritance thoughts here!

2 17 Jul 02, 2009, 03:50:22 PM
By Gahlvendar
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Then sakuragirl's comp. is messed up or everyone's on this site is.

Eragon, Eldest & Brisingr

Gather here to talk about Eragon, Eldest and Brisingr!

12 173 Jul 02, 2009, 03:51:48 PM
By Gahlvendar
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Was the 5 book good? I haven't read it yet so don't tell me anything about it just tell me if it was good or not.

Vroengard Academy

Did you previously enroll into the Vroengard Academy? Step into the world of Alagaësia and come here to connect with your fellow readers and fans who were apart of the Vroengard Academy experience and chat about the world of Alagaësia and author Christopher Paolini.

675 18933 Jul 02, 2009, 05:18:54 PM
By redtail
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We had 1861-5 postings.

The Game

Come here to discuss what you've been seeing and experiencing throughout the game!

20 1991 Jul 02, 2009, 07:26:34 PM
By Gahlvendar
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Im going to be gone on a campout till tues. So you can start the story without me and stuff.

Events

Want to know about past, current and future events for the Inheritance Cycle series? Come here to learn more!

16 1082 Jul 02, 2009, 06:34:00 PM
By bluedragonrider
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As Eragon walked around the forest at night, he was wondering what was happening. Wasn't he just flying with Saphira a moment ago. No wait, he was falling a moment ago. But he didn't understand where... more

Book Discussion * Beware of spoilers!*

Come here to talk all about Brisingr! BEWARE -- if you haven't read the entire book yet, do not enter this thread! Please make sure to NOT reveal any spoilers in your thread subject - this ruins it for everyone!

17 170 Jul 02, 2009, 03:55:06 PM
By Gahlvendar
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So do you guys think i should read it if i liked the other ones alot?

Markus Zusak

General Announcements

Welcome! Check in here to learn about the latest happenings at MarkusZusak.com

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Markus Zusak

Stop in here to discuss everything about author Markus Zusak.

1 0 May 01, 2009, 02:49:19 PM
By MegO
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I have had the pleasure of meeting Markus Zusak before and it struck me as somewhat of a disconnect that he was a wonderfully pleasant guy.  He is an adoring husband and father, and could not be nice... more

The Book Thief

Did you read The Book Thief? Are you looking for discussion questions? Discuss here!

4 17 Jul 01, 2009, 07:12:51 AM
By ShilohAsha
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There are so many amazing and well-written highlights in this book. It was hard to choose just one, but I think that this is my favorite.***A SMALL TRIBUTE TO ARTHUR BERG, ***              A STILL LI... more

Steal this Book

Found this book somewhere? or did you leave a copy behind for someone else to take? Tell us your experience of how you learned about The Book Thief.

3 9 Jun 07, 2009, 05:56:06 PM
By Bleach1460
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heee hee!once my freind borrowed a book from the library... and i found it in the school lost and found--- a month later!I also never rreally find books in interesting places, this was just a one tim... more

Book Clubs

Want to start a book club or connect with other book club readers about The Book Thief? Discuss what Markus's books have meant to your group.

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Zusak Around the Globe

Markus has been published in many languages, and has become a phenomenon in the UK, United States, and Australia. Stop by here to connect with readers from all over the world!

1 7 Jun 10, 2009, 11:40:55 AM
By sarah
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One more thing - can you tell us how you made it? Give us the step by step of your process? I'm deeply impressed and would LOVE to know!

Writing

Do you admire Markus Zusak's writing? Want to share advice on style or publication? Come in to mingle with fellow writers!

1 4 Jun 01, 2009, 03:41:45 PM
By azalea117
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I totally agree - very easy - in some ways you could even say poetic.  It flows really well and then there might be like an abrubt phrase or questions and you're like wow that was a really good lead ... more

Other Books by Markus

Discuss Markus's other books like I Am the Messenger, The Underdog, Fighting Ruben Wolfe, and Getting the Girl.

3 4 May 07, 2009, 06:39:11 PM
By ShilohAsha
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I love "I Am The Messenger". I realize some parts of the book were for older readers (ex: the language and references to sex) but I found most of that easy to overlook because of the book's writing. ... more

Author's Corner

General Author Conversation

Do you have an author that you read all the time? Have you heard of a new author that you’d love to share? Is there a Random House author you'd love to be featured on Random Buzzers? Come here to discuss anything author- related and be sure to share your favorites here.

67 1207 Jun 26, 2009, 02:28:35 PM
By babyhuey121795
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There is no such animal as a “cage bird.” All caged birds were either captured or captive-bred. No bird was born to be in a cage. In the wild, these beautiful beings are never alone, and if they are ... more

E. Lockhart

E. Lochart joins us on Random Buzzers from June 29 - July 10 to discuss her latest release, Treasure Map of Boys. Click HERE to read an excerpt from the book! You can also have your questions answer by Ruby of the Ruby Oliver series so make sure to stop by!

2 29 Jul 02, 2009, 11:09:35 AM
By ELockhart
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Thanks, LoveWally! I grew up in Seattle!  So it was an easy choice. I can picture the locations, I know the shops and the restaurants and the zoo and the schools. I have friends I can call if I need ... more

Frank Portman

Are you a fan of King Dork? Join in on the discussion with author Frank Portman as he visits from July 13th - 24th to discuss his latest release, Andromeda Klein!

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Robin Brande

A forum dedicated to the first Random Buzzers book, Evolution, Me & Other Freaks of Nature and the book's author: Robin Brande.

50 884 Jun 01, 2009, 10:41:11 PM
By cosmicdustbella
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Fried or Grilled?  FRIED!!!!

Christopher Paolini

Are you a fan of Christopher Paolini? Which books in The Inheritance Cycle are your favorites? Share all of your thoughts on Christopher Paolini and his books here!

3 18 Jul 02, 2009, 02:31:42 PM
By Gahlvendar
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CP is awesome!!!

Esther Friesner

Are you a fan of Esther Friesner and her work? Come in here to chat about Nobody's Prize and meet other fans!

7 64 Apr 24, 2009, 02:24:54 PM
By EstherFriesner
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I'm not vanishing from the face of the earth, or even the face of Random Buzzers, but as today -is- my last day here, I thought I'd post my fond farewell early, and then hang around until they lock u... more

Jenny Downham

What's your bucket list of things to do, see, and accomplish before you die? Take a look at the discussion author Jenny Downham had with fans about Before I Die during her visit and add what you have to say!

5 40 Jun 29, 2009, 11:08:57 PM
By Gahlvendar
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In no particular order mine are: 1)Play in the NBA 2)Go cliff jumping 3)Go to Portugal 4)Survive in the wilderness for a week with just a knife 5)Get married

Markus Zusak

Are you a fan of The Book Thief and The Messenger? Stop by this forum and chat about author Markus Zusak and his works!

2 8 Jun 14, 2009, 01:49:15 PM
By azalea117
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read it again! I just did and i am so glad to rereadi almost cried at the end the first time - and the emotion was the same the secondI love that death was the narrator -- but i loved how death talke... more

Tamora Pierce

Are you a fan of the Beka Cooper series? Do you love Tamora Pierce's work? Stop in and chat with other fans about it!

58 377 May 26, 2009, 11:43:14 PM
By wolfdragon
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that sounds like it would be awesome. WRITE IT. please.

Judy Blume

Take a look at what best-selling author Judy Blume chatted about as she visited to discuss all of her beloved books and more!

5 169 Jun 02, 2009, 01:03:03 PM
By fairyice1215
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"Where do souls go after people die?"--imperfectionists          the answer is simple, but most people don't want to hear it.                        they go to Heaven if they have accepted Jesus into... more

Lurlene McDaniel

Are you a fan of Lurlene McDaniel? Stop in here to chat about her books and read her answers to Random Buzzer questions from her visit to the forums!

4 35 May 26, 2009, 04:21:45 PM
By LurleneMcDaniel
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The trick to finishing is to hjave enough story/plot along with interesting characters to keep the book going.  I write a book keeping a general outline in mind and then shape scenes to pull a reader... more

Amelia Atwater-Rhodes

Come here to check out what readers are saying about Amelia Atwater-Rhodes, read her answers to Random Buzzer questions and more!

3 65 Mar 24, 2009, 06:24:56 PM
By ReadnSwim
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Forest of the night would be a good one and the other one written by her in that series. they are all really good.

Sarah Mlynowski

Come here to read what author Sarah Mlynowski said to Random Buzzer questions and catch up on everything about her newest book, Parties & Potions !

1 28 May 07, 2009, 11:53:28 AM
By kelsiel347
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Sarah-I am a huge fan though you must get that from a ton of teens. I originally borrowed Parties and Potions from my best friend Kelsey because she loved them and I am open to any new books. Books a... more

Caroline B. Cooney

Are you a Caroline B. Cooney fan? Stop in here to check out her appearance on the Buzz Boards and see what readers are saying about The Face on the Milk Carton !

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Juliet Marillier

Are you a fan of author Juliet Marillier? Have you read her book Cybele's Secret ? Come here to chat and check out her appearance on the Buzz Boards!

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Wendelin Van Draanen

Have you read Confessions of a Serial Kisser ? Come here to chat about the book and read author Wendelin Van Draanen's answers to Random Buzzers' questions right here on the Buzz Boards!

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Philip Pullman

Are you a fan of His Dark Materials ? Check in on conversation about author Philip Pullman and anything HDM here!

1 19 Apr 24, 2009, 08:40:31 PM
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I didn't find Narnia religious. So what if there's a lion that can make things awesome? It's magic, not religion.   I LOVED His Dark Materials. Pan is and always will be my favorite character. Other ... more

Carrie Ryan

Stop by and chat with Carrie Ryan, author of The Forest of Hands and Teeth from Monday February 16th - 27th! Check out the first few pages of the exciting book HERE!

3 23 Mar 02, 2009, 04:13:13 PM
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Hey TechnoPoet!  Not too late to ask a question at all! You asked: Also, I have just one question... Have you ever had dreams about your story setting/characters? I totally have had dreams about my ... more

Janni Lee Simner

Check out what Janni Lee Simner, author of Bones of Faerie had to say when she came to visit the Buzz Boards!

4 60 Apr 20, 2009, 12:17:56 AM
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kikasnow: Depending how you count, either two years or twelve. :-) After I wrote the opening, I spent the next ten years trying to figure out what to do with the story next, but for the longest time ... more

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