The-Nameless Posted January 28, 2014 Report Share Posted January 28, 2014 well nothing really explains the whole world. It is a tolkien level of creation. There are new things in literally all the books. I recommend reading anything by weis & hickman. They are literally the flagship authors for Dragonlance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demiterracotta Posted January 28, 2014 Report Share Posted January 28, 2014 Because I have limited time for fantasty reading, I imagine I'd like to start with the highest quality material that won't leave me with a lot of questions by the end of the first chapter that are answered in other books. I'm new to the whole thing, so I'd want something that explains most of the world, characters, magic system, etc. Awaiting suggestions. Read the Dragonlance: Chronicles series first. It starts with Dragons of Autumn Twilight. (Krynn) Second Choice: Read Shandril's Saga starting with Spellfire. (Forgotten Realms) Both of those series are amazing. And give decent introductions into the worlds they are set in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The-Nameless Posted January 28, 2014 Report Share Posted January 28, 2014 Once you get deeper into it I recommend reading supplemental books like The Soulforge (which explains Raistlin's test in the High Tower of the Magi) as well as The War of Souls line. That is one of the bestwritten in the entire series. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dead Voodoo Doll Posted January 30, 2014 Report Share Posted January 30, 2014 Once you get deeper into it I recommend reading supplemental books like The Soulforge (which explains Raistlin's test in the High Tower of the Magi) as well as The War of Souls line. That is one of the bestwritten in the entire series. I suggest The Legend of Huma as one of the first stand alone books to read. It actually was the very first Dragonlance novel I read, I think I was 10 or 11. Then I read the Chronicles and all that came after; but Mya we're talking of over 30 years worth of books here so you should Google some type of compendium for yourself to reference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enethier Posted January 30, 2014 Report Share Posted January 30, 2014 There's a fantastic book I read a long time ago that fits exactly with what you're looking for. I'm actually surprised nobody else mentioned it. It's pretty much an instant classic. I will admit, it gets a bit out of hand with how much happens towards the end, but the progression of events leading to it do a very good job of explaining it all and putting it into an acceptable perspective. The book is called "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie". 10/10 do recommend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The-Nameless Posted January 30, 2014 Report Share Posted January 30, 2014 It has such a terrible sequel though. If you give a pig a pancake? REALLY? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enethier Posted January 30, 2014 Report Share Posted January 30, 2014 True, but the author wrote herself into a trap, there. The publishers demanded a sequel after the success of the first book, and there was really nowhere else to take the story. A shame, but it happens to the best of series. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The-Nameless Posted January 31, 2014 Report Share Posted January 31, 2014 I will admit it did pickup after if you give a cow a cupcake. That had a much better story arc, without leaving you hanging. It was not filled with unnecessary fluff, and kept you glued to the pages. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demiterracotta Posted January 31, 2014 Report Share Posted January 31, 2014 If you give a Mouse a Cookie and If you give a cow a cupcake are two of my favorite books to read for childrens storytime at the library. Just proof you guys are awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enethier Posted January 31, 2014 Report Share Posted January 31, 2014 you guys are awesome. Well, duh. I mean come on. That needed proof? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P_body Posted February 10, 2014 Report Share Posted February 10, 2014 I just finished the first in the War of the Spider Queen series. Book 1 was Dissolution no? It was pretty decent. A little jumpy, but intriguing overall. Gave me a better insight into Drow culture which I think can translate nice into Drow IG. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The-Nameless Posted February 20, 2014 Report Share Posted February 20, 2014 The books are left open to lead into the next book. The drizzt saga is an immersive look into Dow culture Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EyeSeeU Posted February 25, 2014 Report Share Posted February 25, 2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The-Nameless Posted February 25, 2014 Report Share Posted February 25, 2014 I already recommended soulforge lol. Really anything Weiss and hickman write together is a great read Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EyeSeeU Posted February 26, 2014 Report Share Posted February 26, 2014 I just felt like taking a picture, my bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imoutgoodbye Posted February 27, 2014 Report Share Posted February 27, 2014 Thanks for taking the pic. Soulforge cover brings back some memories... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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