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Human: Tesla further delays Cybertruck timeline to late 2022, Roadster delayed until 2023 The Tesla Cybertruck delay was already a known fact, but CEO Elon Musk's latest reported comments add a few more details to the picture. Citing sources familiar with the meeting, Electrek reported Thursday that Musk held a company-wide call and said the Cybertruck should be ready for production in late 2022. If the company plans for beta trucks later this year, that leaves nowhere near enough time to start actual production in late 2021. Following his comments, Tesla updated the Cybertruck's reservation page to note production will fire up in 2022. Though, according to Musk, we're not looking at early 2022 or anything like that. And as we suspected, the CEO underscored the electric truck's volume models may not be ready until sometime in 2023. If Tesla follows this timeline, we'll get the priciest tri-motor model in 2022, then the dual- and single-motor trucks in 2023. Link: https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/tesla-cybertruck-pickup-production-delay-elon-musk/ Elon Musk confirmed that Tesla has delayed the new Roadster program to 2023, and even then, that’s only going to happen with a big “if.” The new electric hypercar is now three years behind its original timeline. When first unveiling the next-generation Tesla Roadster in 2017, Musk said that it will come to market in 2020. Tesla started taking reservations for the impressive electric supercar with a 0-60 mph in 1.9 seconds and over 600 miles of range at the unveiling event. People who wanted to be first in line to get the vehicle had to put down between $50,000 and $250,000 in deposits. The vehicle program was later delayed, as the CEO said that it wasn’t a priority for Tesla. Link: https://electrek.co/2021/09/01/tesla-delays-new-roadster-2023/ Assistant: Cybertruck 2077.	Human: Tesla further delays Cybertruck timeline to late 2022, Roadster delayed until 2023 The Tesla Cybertruck delay was already a known fact, but CEO Elon Musk's latest reported comments add a few more details to the picture. Citing sources familiar with the meeting, Electrek reported Thursday that Musk held a company-wide call and said the Cybertruck should be ready for production in late 2022. If the company plans for beta trucks later this year, that leaves nowhere near enough time to start actual production in late 2021. Following his comments, Tesla updated the Cybertruck's reservation page to note production will fire up in 2022. Though, according to Musk, we're not looking at early 2022 or anything like that. And as we suspected, the CEO underscored the electric truck's volume models may not be ready until sometime in 2023. If Tesla follows this timeline, we'll get the priciest tri-motor model in 2022, then the dual- and single-motor trucks in 2023. Link: https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/tesla-cybertruck-pickup-production-delay-elon-musk/ Elon Musk confirmed that Tesla has delayed the new Roadster program to 2023, and even then, that’s only going to happen with a big “if.” The new electric hypercar is now three years behind its original timeline. When first unveiling the next-generation Tesla Roadster in 2017, Musk said that it will come to market in 2020. Tesla started taking reservations for the impressive electric supercar with a 0-60 mph in 1.9 seconds and over 600 miles of range at the unveiling event. People who wanted to be first in line to get the vehicle had to put down between $50,000 and $250,000 in deposits. The vehicle program was later delayed, as the CEO said that it wasn’t a priority for Tesla. Link: https://electrek.co/2021/09/01/tesla-delays-new-roadster-2023/ Assistant: I'd be shocked if they ship a single truck before 2023
Human: SoFi : the Amazon of Fintech. Owns Galileo $MQ Competition https://investors.sofi.com/overview/default.aspx Link is for Current investors and interested Investors SoFi Is Pushing the envelope in the Banking Sector With last year 1.2 billion dollar Acquisition of Galileo and this year purchase Of A California Bank to expedite their Bank Charter. This means lower rates on All their Loans Soon. Galileo handles 70 of the Top 100 online Banking Company technology Including Chime, Dave, MoneyLion, Vavo,Current, Revolut, tomocredit and Most Recently RH and Verizon's Kid Debit Card announced Friday After Hours. This is important because this is directly Marqeta's or $MQs competition. They have Square but they account for 60%of their Revenue. Contract expires soon 🤙 SQ has Connections to Derek wolf, Galileo's New CEO. Could be interesting. MQ is going for $29 Bucks rite now And this is all they do Sofi is trading at $23 and offers A plethora of Services A list including Student loans, in school loans, Personal loans,Auto loans, Mortgages, Debit card that pays 2days early (chime tech/Galileo) Credit card 2%cash back that can be traded in for Crpto or back back loans with, Free Will Provided by Ladder, Crpto Purchases, Stock Purchases, Rewards program , IRAs, Educational Classes you can Sign up for And much more!!!For $23 I'd say I'm adding to my position Monday Assistant: I believe in SoFi, but comparing share price? Really dumb to do, stopped reading after that	Human: SoFi : the Amazon of Fintech. Owns Galileo $MQ Competition https://investors.sofi.com/overview/default.aspx Link is for Current investors and interested Investors SoFi Is Pushing the envelope in the Banking Sector With last year 1.2 billion dollar Acquisition of Galileo and this year purchase Of A California Bank to expedite their Bank Charter. This means lower rates on All their Loans Soon. Galileo handles 70 of the Top 100 online Banking Company technology Including Chime, Dave, MoneyLion, Vavo,Current, Revolut, tomocredit and Most Recently RH and Verizon's Kid Debit Card announced Friday After Hours. This is important because this is directly Marqeta's or $MQs competition. They have Square but they account for 60%of their Revenue. Contract expires soon 🤙 SQ has Connections to Derek wolf, Galileo's New CEO. Could be interesting. MQ is going for $29 Bucks rite now And this is all they do Sofi is trading at $23 and offers A plethora of Services A list including Student loans, in school loans, Personal loans,Auto loans, Mortgages, Debit card that pays 2days early (chime tech/Galileo) Credit card 2%cash back that can be traded in for Crpto or back back loans with, Free Will Provided by Ladder, Crpto Purchases, Stock Purchases, Rewards program , IRAs, Educational Classes you can Sign up for And much more!!!For $23 I'd say I'm adding to my position Monday Assistant: I love their platform and I agree they are on the cutting edge of banking,I’m goin in next red day🦍
Human: So did PLTR miss on EPS or what? I thought it was pretty well spelled out in PLTR's own docs that they missed, but article like this https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/21/02/19676742/correction-palantir-q4-adj-eps-0-06-beats-0-02-estimate are now issuing corrections saying they actually beat estimates. Also, while you're here, can someone explain the benefit of PLTR causing a self inflicted wound to an otherwise pretty great earnings report? It seems stock compensation is something they could manage to the point where if they didn't want a loss on it, they could control that? Thanks! Assistant: I'm buying if it gets to 25, I've never had it, the report was good but it did have a serious run up	Human: So did PLTR miss on EPS or what? I thought it was pretty well spelled out in PLTR's own docs that they missed, but article like this https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/21/02/19676742/correction-palantir-q4-adj-eps-0-06-beats-0-02-estimate are now issuing corrections saying they actually beat estimates. Also, while you're here, can someone explain the benefit of PLTR causing a self inflicted wound to an otherwise pretty great earnings report? It seems stock compensation is something they could manage to the point where if they didn't want a loss on it, they could control that? Thanks! Assistant: Guys I need advice, my avg is @31, should I sell now in case it dips for lockout? Or just wait for it to dip more and average down? I’m just worried it crashes to 15 or something
Human: What price are you gonna buy BABA at? I’m waiting for it to get to $200 and jump on it. This dip is insane and I think it’s a great opportunity. Also, JD.com looks like a good pick up too. I think those two are great long term holds and should provide great returns for the years to come Assistant: ITT: Americans being high on Chy-nah FUD while believing wholeheartedly in the overvalued American stock market pumped by federal printer in an attempt to assuage their giant debt.	Human: What price are you gonna buy BABA at? I’m waiting for it to get to $200 and jump on it. This dip is insane and I think it’s a great opportunity. Also, JD.com looks like a good pick up too. I think those two are great long term holds and should provide great returns for the years to come Assistant: Just buy it, if it drops more then buy more. Its not that difficult
Human: I'm one of those people who got praised too much as a kid as "naturally gifted" in academics to the point where I now abandon everything I'm not "naturally" good at (so, basically everything). I think I'm afraid of hard work at this point. Please suggest me a book that will help me get out of this mindset. I want to be able to stick with something despite failing at it, and working on it until I fail less. Thanks a lot! Assistant: Are you me? 🤯 jokes, apart. Thanks for posing the query OP.	Human: I'm one of those people who got praised too much as a kid as "naturally gifted" in academics to the point where I now abandon everything I'm not "naturally" good at (so, basically everything). I think I'm afraid of hard work at this point. Please suggest me a book that will help me get out of this mindset. I want to be able to stick with something despite failing at it, and working on it until I fail less. Thanks a lot! Assistant: Saved... for relevance to my effed up life. Yay existential crisis at 33.
Human: My 13 year old daughter just explained to me, in tears, that she is suffering with social anxiety. Until we can get a therapist appt, the right book might help a little. She is a true bookworm and likes to read through her problems. Any suggestions on a self help book for teens with social anxiety, general anxiety, depression? I'm determined to get her the help I wish I'd gotten. A therapist is definitely at the top of the list. I'm just thinking a book might give her some comfort in the meantime. Therapists are hard to get in with in my town. As far as the book goes: she obviously doesn't like to be spoken to like she's a child, being 13, so probably nothing geared towards children. Thanks so much for your help. Assistant: Not a recommendation but I suffer from OCD and have found that novels where the narrator suffers from ocd or anxiety can make me very anxious and create problems instead of solving them. Just make sure she knows that there’s no shame in not finishing a book if it’s not helping her.	Human: My 13 year old daughter just explained to me, in tears, that she is suffering with social anxiety. Until we can get a therapist appt, the right book might help a little. She is a true bookworm and likes to read through her problems. Any suggestions on a self help book for teens with social anxiety, general anxiety, depression? I'm determined to get her the help I wish I'd gotten. A therapist is definitely at the top of the list. I'm just thinking a book might give her some comfort in the meantime. Therapists are hard to get in with in my town. As far as the book goes: she obviously doesn't like to be spoken to like she's a child, being 13, so probably nothing geared towards children. Thanks so much for your help. Assistant: Turtles All the Way Down by John Green features a female teenage protagonist with severe anxiety.
Human: My city is being bombed and I’ve spent too much time in my shelter this week. Looking for something really engaging, not too heavy, somewhere I can totally escape from reality. I’m under a lot of emotional stress and just want a getaway. Any genre okay. Assistant: When I feel like the world is going to shit Harry Potter is the book equivalent of chicken soup.	Human: My city is being bombed and I’ve spent too much time in my shelter this week. Looking for something really engaging, not too heavy, somewhere I can totally escape from reality. I’m under a lot of emotional stress and just want a getaway. Any genre okay. Assistant: I really enjoyed listening to the Kingkiller Chronicles (be warned that he’s only written two of the books and isn’t showing promise that he will write the third any time soon). {{Name of the Wind}} {{The Wise Man’s Fear}}
Human: suggest me a book on how to treat/view women nicely. (1st don't judge please)i grew up in a really fucked up country where women is seen as nothing but a S machine, and i want to get me out of that awful view of women, andi want to see them as a human and treat/view them the nicest i can, but i don't think i can get out of that believe easily i need some other believes to replace it, so yeah, help (it's better if it's written with simple words) Assistant: I would also suggest reading general fiction by women with women as the protagonists. Empathy is much easier when you see women leading full lives, from their own viewpoint. Edit: it’s sad that I can’t think of a ton of suggestions off the top of my head, but the Sue Grafton alphabet series are fun, easy books, with a female imperfect protagonist, and the plot line does not revolve around a dude. 😊	Human: suggest me a book on how to treat/view women nicely. (1st don't judge please)i grew up in a really fucked up country where women is seen as nothing but a S machine, and i want to get me out of that awful view of women, andi want to see them as a human and treat/view them the nicest i can, but i don't think i can get out of that believe easily i need some other believes to replace it, so yeah, help (it's better if it's written with simple words) Assistant: Kim Jiyong, born 1982 is a great short novel for that. talks about injustice and unfair treatment that women face in Korea! Hope u give it a try :)
Human: What’s the most immersive book you’ve ever read? Cause I want to read it too. You know the one - the one that kept you up till 3 am because you just...needed...one...more...chapter. I want them ALL. Assistant: The Secret History by Donna Tartt. I read it at night, I started taking it to work end read it during my breaks and even during work. I was glued to the book for a good few days. It’s wonderful	Human: What’s the most immersive book you’ve ever read? Cause I want to read it too. You know the one - the one that kept you up till 3 am because you just...needed...one...more...chapter. I want them ALL. Assistant: The Pillars of the Earth
Human: A cookbook that teaches you how to cook, not a collection of recipes I absolutely loved Salt Fat Acid Heat because it focused on techniques rather than recipes, which became part of my cooking process, independently of the actual food I'm cooking. Please throw me anything that does the same Assistant: The Joy of Cooking	Human: A cookbook that teaches you how to cook, not a collection of recipes I absolutely loved Salt Fat Acid Heat because it focused on techniques rather than recipes, which became part of my cooking process, independently of the actual food I'm cooking. Please throw me anything that does the same Assistant: America's Test Kitchen's new-ish book 100 Techniques. I learned some very good ways to improve my kitchen skills while gathering a few new recipes.
Human: please suggest heterosexual romance books where the guy is not an asshole. i usually avoid reading straight romance because the guy is almost always "a brooding man with a dark past" who is wanted by everyone, but only has eyes for the protagonist. these kinda books also tend to be very misogynistic. can you suggest books where the guy is actually nice? Assistant: Beach Read!!! I'll say it again: Beach read! A romance about two authors (the male guy who writes dark nihilistic stories but is actually a softie) and a heroine who writes HEA books, witty and smart dialogue, funny interactions, amazing and cute romance moments... The perfect romance book of this year, hands down.	Human: please suggest heterosexual romance books where the guy is not an asshole. i usually avoid reading straight romance because the guy is almost always "a brooding man with a dark past" who is wanted by everyone, but only has eyes for the protagonist. these kinda books also tend to be very misogynistic. can you suggest books where the guy is actually nice? Assistant: If you like historical romance, then I highly recommend any book by Georgette Heyer. The black moth is a good place to start. Her novels are witty and actually have some substance imo and not some mindless romance novels.
Human: What’s a book you think everyone should read once in their lives and why? Assistant: Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck. Ugh, the layers of meaning in that novel tug at my heartstrings every single time I teach it. And it’s so relevant. My students are SHOCKED when they find out it was written in 1937.	Human: What’s a book you think everyone should read once in their lives and why? Assistant: All Quiet On the Western Front It’s incredible to read and digest the life experiences of thousands of very young men. It’s truly remarkable that the atrocities of this war (and most others) are experienced by teenagers. I’ll never experience war. A few years back I set out to read a novel about every war I could remember learning about. This novel stuck with me in a different way than the others.
Human: What are books a conservative could read to better understand liberal politics? What are some books to help explain liberal concepts to readers that a conservative can read? Something like “the new jim crowe” for example. My conservative father and I are starting a tiny book club with some of my siblings where we alternate picking books to read and then discuss. Eventually I’d like to read fiction/classics/even poetry, but for this month I’d like to focus on something political, specifically the civil rights movement and context for what is happening today with BLM. I think we can benefit from each other’s view points, and a well researched book full of facts written by someone who is a much better writer than myself is definitely going to express those viewpoints better than I ever could during an in person argument. He will then have me read conservative literature. And maybe we can understand each other better. Discussing politics with family is particularly fraught right now but I don’t want to give up. Assistant: Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City	Human: What are books a conservative could read to better understand liberal politics? What are some books to help explain liberal concepts to readers that a conservative can read? Something like “the new jim crowe” for example. My conservative father and I are starting a tiny book club with some of my siblings where we alternate picking books to read and then discuss. Eventually I’d like to read fiction/classics/even poetry, but for this month I’d like to focus on something political, specifically the civil rights movement and context for what is happening today with BLM. I think we can benefit from each other’s view points, and a well researched book full of facts written by someone who is a much better writer than myself is definitely going to express those viewpoints better than I ever could during an in person argument. He will then have me read conservative literature. And maybe we can understand each other better. Discussing politics with family is particularly fraught right now but I don’t want to give up. Assistant: Nickel and Dimed by Barbara Eheriech.
Human: I want a book to absolutely destroy me emotionally. I just read “The Boy in the Striped Pajamas.” I want something like that again. Not necessarily historical, but something so brutal and sad. Just horrifying and heartbreaking. I love that. Also it would be nice if the book is one I can read in a day (less than 300 pages). Thanks! Assistant: Calculus 2	Human: I want a book to absolutely destroy me emotionally. I just read “The Boy in the Striped Pajamas.” I want something like that again. Not necessarily historical, but something so brutal and sad. Just horrifying and heartbreaking. I love that. Also it would be nice if the book is one I can read in a day (less than 300 pages). Thanks! Assistant: Just read The Song of Achilles and it did emotionally obliterate me.
Human: pick three books you think every beginner for your favorite genre should read, three for "veterans", and three for "experts" I realize this thread has been done before but it was years ago when the community was much smaller and it's one of my favorite threads of all time. So as per the title pick three books for beginners, three for "veterans", and three for "experts" in any genre you want, the more niche the genre the better. Assistant: Dystopian fiction Beginner: The Handmaid's Tale - Atwood Farenheit 451 - Bradbury World Made by Hand - Kunstler Veteran The Man in the High Castle - Dick Life as We Knew It - Pfeffer Wool - Howey Expert The Passage Trilogy - Cronin The Stand - King The Road - McCarthy	Human: pick three books you think every beginner for your favorite genre should read, three for "veterans", and three for "experts" I realize this thread has been done before but it was years ago when the community was much smaller and it's one of my favorite threads of all time. So as per the title pick three books for beginners, three for "veterans", and three for "experts" in any genre you want, the more niche the genre the better. Assistant: Romance! The journey from beginner to expert includes comparative readability and increasingly challenging subject matter. Beginner: * Bet Me by Jennifer Crusie * Ravished by Amanda Quick * Dragon Bound by Thea Harrison Veteran: * Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen * The Year We Fell Down by Sarina Bowen * Indigo by Beverley Jenkins Expert: * Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë * It Had to Be You by Susan Elizabeth Phillips * Groupie by C.M. Stunich
Human: So grateful for this subreddit I just wanted to say hello and thank you to everyone for their suggestions. I am an avid reader and have found so many great suggestions here. I don’t just love reading; I love finding and researching potential new books. So this sub has really hit the spot! Have a great week and happy reading. Assistant: This subreddit is my favourite. It's so cozy and the people so welcomed. I know that I can count with them when I need a suggestion.	Human: So grateful for this subreddit I just wanted to say hello and thank you to everyone for their suggestions. I am an avid reader and have found so many great suggestions here. I don’t just love reading; I love finding and researching potential new books. So this sub has really hit the spot! Have a great week and happy reading. Assistant: A good books is a special life experience!
Human: I am obsessed with Gabriel Garcia’s lyrical prose. It just melts in mouth like a chocolate. Anything like “Love in the time of cholera or One Hundred years of solitude.” Not necessarily magical realism (i love magical realism though) but something beautifully written. Assistant: The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafón was so beautifully written, with lots of magical realism to tell this story.	Human: I am obsessed with Gabriel Garcia’s lyrical prose. It just melts in mouth like a chocolate. Anything like “Love in the time of cholera or One Hundred years of solitude.” Not necessarily magical realism (i love magical realism though) but something beautifully written. Assistant: Midnight's Children by Salman Rushdie. Like GGM's One Hundred Years of Solitude, Rushdie's book is historical fiction with "magical realism" sprinkled in the story and it also chronicles the trials and tribulations of several generations of a family. It won The Booker Prize in '81 and then won the Best of the Bookers in '08, so I suppose you'll at least find the prose decent.
Human: I need a book with an absolutely stupid and ridiculous premise that somehow makes a great story I seem to be a sucker for stories with bat shit insane premises I just watched a movie about moon nazis invading earth with flying saucers and space blimps. I want something that makes me think "why the fuck would someone come up with something like this" but come out thoroughly enjoying the experience Assistant: Read literally anything by Terry Pratchett, or The Thursday Next trilogy by Jasper Fford. Comical and ridiculous, but well written	Human: I need a book with an absolutely stupid and ridiculous premise that somehow makes a great story I seem to be a sucker for stories with bat shit insane premises I just watched a movie about moon nazis invading earth with flying saucers and space blimps. I want something that makes me think "why the fuck would someone come up with something like this" but come out thoroughly enjoying the experience Assistant: Anxious People- it's about a person who tried to rob a bank, failed, then accidentally takes a group of people hostage at an apartment viewing and this failed bank robber ended up disappearing and all the hostages are released. It's such a ridiculous premise but it works really well. Deep and funny at the same time.
Human: I’m looking for a book that explains Native American mythologies from different tribes. I’ve gotten a bit interested in Native American mythology. I’m looking for a book that explains Native American myths. I have some I want to read in my goodreads but they don’t have much reviews on those pages. It should be unbiased and actually portrays the myths accurately. It should explain myths from various tribes. Not just United States but also Mexico and Canada. Assistant: I enjoyed Trickster, which is a graphic collection. Not sure if it'll have the depth you're looking for, but the art was great and it had a sampling from tribes from across America.	Human: I’m looking for a book that explains Native American mythologies from different tribes. I’ve gotten a bit interested in Native American mythology. I’m looking for a book that explains Native American myths. I have some I want to read in my goodreads but they don’t have much reviews on those pages. It should be unbiased and actually portrays the myths accurately. It should explain myths from various tribes. Not just United States but also Mexico and Canada. Assistant: A Story as Sharp as a Knife has many Haida stories that are translated by a linguist and theres some anthropological analysis. I would also recommend looking into websites made by and for tribes. There's many efforts for language and cultural preservation that has made it's way online and these are brilliant ways to get firsthand interpretation and stories.
Human: A heartfelt thank you to this community Just 3 months ago I was in a dark place. Call it the pandemic blues, call it a rut, call it seasonal depression but basically I was starting to dislike myself. Trouble sleeping and I was drinking a bit every night and many nights more than a bit. I started thinking about making external changes (relationship changes) that would have been drastic when clearly the problem was internal. I'm not sure what the problem was but I am sure of the solution. Based on a recommendation from this community I picked up a book. I started reading for a half an hour before bed. Just a half hour. The book was key because it pulled me in and I had something I could do for me after work - a serotonin hit? I don't know but instead of cracking a beer or three, I cracked a book. Sleep has been noticeably better which got the flywheel going for many other improvements. My skin is clearer, less moody, been finding the energy to put on running shoes and get out there again. I called my father and had a long overdue conversation. The first book that started the chain reaction was Terribilita by Shore. Then I daisy chained to Killer Angles by Shaara, then Packinko, then Remains of the Day, then a bunch of historical figure bios. I need to keep the peace train rolling - who has a good recommendation that grips you and doesn't let you go? Can we triangulate between "thriller" and "well-written". Remember, my mental health is at stake ;). Stay safe and well out there. Assistant: The Secret History by Donna Tartt.	Human: A heartfelt thank you to this community Just 3 months ago I was in a dark place. Call it the pandemic blues, call it a rut, call it seasonal depression but basically I was starting to dislike myself. Trouble sleeping and I was drinking a bit every night and many nights more than a bit. I started thinking about making external changes (relationship changes) that would have been drastic when clearly the problem was internal. I'm not sure what the problem was but I am sure of the solution. Based on a recommendation from this community I picked up a book. I started reading for a half an hour before bed. Just a half hour. The book was key because it pulled me in and I had something I could do for me after work - a serotonin hit? I don't know but instead of cracking a beer or three, I cracked a book. Sleep has been noticeably better which got the flywheel going for many other improvements. My skin is clearer, less moody, been finding the energy to put on running shoes and get out there again. I called my father and had a long overdue conversation. The first book that started the chain reaction was Terribilita by Shore. Then I daisy chained to Killer Angles by Shaara, then Packinko, then Remains of the Day, then a bunch of historical figure bios. I need to keep the peace train rolling - who has a good recommendation that grips you and doesn't let you go? Can we triangulate between "thriller" and "well-written". Remember, my mental health is at stake ;). Stay safe and well out there. Assistant: A lot of John Grisham’s early work comes to mind. Would recommend ‘The Pelican Brief’.
Human: what is the best book you’ve ever read? the genre does not matter, just tell me what book you think is a masterpiece. tell me what happens in it if you like and why it’s your favorite. Assistant: This whole thread makes my heart beat a little faster; not only because there are so many wonderful books out there, but because there are so many wonderful good people who read them and love them as much as I do 🥲	Human: what is the best book you’ve ever read? the genre does not matter, just tell me what book you think is a masterpiece. tell me what happens in it if you like and why it’s your favorite. Assistant: Master and Margarita. It's utterly brilliant. I've not read anything else that comes close to it.
Human: I want to read great literature, but I tend to feel sadness too deeply and it can exacerbate my depression for days. I do not appreciate tragic endings for that reason - bad for my mental health. Which of the books on the proverbial top 100 list would be “safe”? I know this sounds weak, but I already have the depressed and anxious underpinnings, so I will have nightmares about the story, it just messes me up. However, I love great literature! Assistant: Try some of the funnier authors. Catch-22 is great. Hitchiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. Sedaris. George Saunders. The king of funny is Mark Twain. Look for his short stories. Also Jerome K Jerome. Evelyn Waugh.	Human: I want to read great literature, but I tend to feel sadness too deeply and it can exacerbate my depression for days. I do not appreciate tragic endings for that reason - bad for my mental health. Which of the books on the proverbial top 100 list would be “safe”? I know this sounds weak, but I already have the depressed and anxious underpinnings, so I will have nightmares about the story, it just messes me up. However, I love great literature! Assistant: Anything by the English Romantics. William Blake (1757-1827) William Wordsworth (1770-1850) Samuel Taylor Coleridge (1772-1834) George Gordon, Lord Byron (1788-1824) Percy Bysshe Shelley (1792-1822) John Keats (1795-1821) You are not alone. It will be all right.
Human: Post two books you love and someone respond with a third that you may enjoy Any genre, fiction or non-fiction. Let's see if we can recommend books based on the ones you already love. : ) Assistant: This is a great thread!	Human: Post two books you love and someone respond with a third that you may enjoy Any genre, fiction or non-fiction. Let's see if we can recommend books based on the ones you already love. : ) Assistant: Invisible Monsters by Chuck Palahniuk and A Clockwork Orange by Anthony Burgess. EDIT: thank you guys for the recommendations. I've already started reading one of them. :)
Human: Complete this sentence: "I will read ANY and ALL books published by author [x], irrespective of the genre, plot, theme or reviews" For me, that would be Haruki Murakami. He is the author that got me back into reading a couple years back. 1Q84 was a revelation and it holds a special place for me. Since then, I have been slowly and surely reading his back catalogue and his newer releases, whether they be full novels or collections of short stories. I can't recall doing this with any other author even though I might enjoy singular works by other authors more than any of Murakami's books, but my completionism streak doesn't flare for anyone other than Murakami - don't ask me why; probably the atmosphere he creates in all his books, even though it is pretty much a hash-and-recycle formula of urban ennui, food preparation, cats, wells and missing persons wrapped in a blanket of magical realism, but it is my comfort read Which author's works will you buy and read blindly, without even looking at book reviews, or knowing what they are about? Assistant: Octavia Butler, always. I'm shocked that she hasn't been mentioned (as far as my quick skim revealed) Honorable mentions include Frank Herbert, Terry Pratchett, and Neil Gaiman. Side note, this post is a gold mine I'm most definitely saving.	Human: Complete this sentence: "I will read ANY and ALL books published by author [x], irrespective of the genre, plot, theme or reviews" For me, that would be Haruki Murakami. He is the author that got me back into reading a couple years back. 1Q84 was a revelation and it holds a special place for me. Since then, I have been slowly and surely reading his back catalogue and his newer releases, whether they be full novels or collections of short stories. I can't recall doing this with any other author even though I might enjoy singular works by other authors more than any of Murakami's books, but my completionism streak doesn't flare for anyone other than Murakami - don't ask me why; probably the atmosphere he creates in all his books, even though it is pretty much a hash-and-recycle formula of urban ennui, food preparation, cats, wells and missing persons wrapped in a blanket of magical realism, but it is my comfort read Which author's works will you buy and read blindly, without even looking at book reviews, or knowing what they are about? Assistant: John Steinbeck
Human: Suggestions on books that made you go like"OMG What did I just read"? Like imagine a world where people only read best of the best books(no average books) and if we are those people then what should our books be? Any genre, shoot it. As a first step, My suggestion is "The Stranger" by Camus. Point is not to spend time on average or above average when you have the best already out there. So, help us in finding those gems Assistant: Haven't seen this yet... Count of Monte Cristo by Alexander Dumas. Long, epic tale of revenge with fantastic characters and I never got tired of reading it even though it's around 1000 pages long. Seriously, one of my favorite books ever.	Human: Suggestions on books that made you go like"OMG What did I just read"? Like imagine a world where people only read best of the best books(no average books) and if we are those people then what should our books be? Any genre, shoot it. As a first step, My suggestion is "The Stranger" by Camus. Point is not to spend time on average or above average when you have the best already out there. So, help us in finding those gems Assistant: The Master and Margarita by Mikhail Bulgakov
Human: Suggest me a mystery novel that I can solve, if I’m paying attention. You know how in Sherlock Holmes, all the intricacies and details are happening in his head, where we, as Watson, are none the wiser? Something not like that. I’d like the clues to be peppered throughout in the tiniest details, and want to get distracted by a red herring, only to realize what’s happened just before the protagonist figures it out. Assistant: {{Salvation of a Saint}} by Keigo Higashino. What makes this different is the culprit is already known but how the person commit the crime is what we have to unravel. Its a great book, and I couldn't keep my hands off it as soon as I started reading.	Human: Suggest me a mystery novel that I can solve, if I’m paying attention. You know how in Sherlock Holmes, all the intricacies and details are happening in his head, where we, as Watson, are none the wiser? Something not like that. I’d like the clues to be peppered throughout in the tiniest details, and want to get distracted by a red herring, only to realize what’s happened just before the protagonist figures it out. Assistant: Magpie Murders by Anthony Horowitz
Human: What's the most autumnal book you've heard of? Bonus points for a cheap, cloyingly autumnal cozy murder mystery based on, like, knitting or cheese or whatever. I want autumn to be coming out of every orifice of my body. The 7 Holes of Autumn experience. So tell me the most autumnal book you've heard of. I want long walks though crunchy leaves, while talking about pumpkin pies; Baggy brown sweatshirts, and those stupidly long scarfs; depressed characters who are only happy when it rains because it gives them an excuse to stay inside. Bonus points for a cheap, cloyingly autumnal cozy murder mystery based on, like, knitting or cheese or some shit. Something that was designed to be painfully autumnal. Assistant: For me it’s Washington Irving’s The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Read it every October.	Human: What's the most autumnal book you've heard of? Bonus points for a cheap, cloyingly autumnal cozy murder mystery based on, like, knitting or cheese or whatever. I want autumn to be coming out of every orifice of my body. The 7 Holes of Autumn experience. So tell me the most autumnal book you've heard of. I want long walks though crunchy leaves, while talking about pumpkin pies; Baggy brown sweatshirts, and those stupidly long scarfs; depressed characters who are only happy when it rains because it gives them an excuse to stay inside. Bonus points for a cheap, cloyingly autumnal cozy murder mystery based on, like, knitting or cheese or some shit. Something that was designed to be painfully autumnal. Assistant: Halloween Party by Agatha Christie
Human: Books that will help me broaden my view and be a better person I just finished HS and will start going to college soon and my goal is to read more books in the next 2 months before classes start. I would like to read some interesting books that can change the way I view the world/myself/others, books that will make me think about them for a long time and books that I will remember for years after I read them. Some self help books are also welcome, but I would prefer a book that will convey a message through an interesting and memorable story. Assistant: I recommend it to everyone, but East of Eden by John Steinbeck. Specifically for some seriously profound insight into the value of responsibility and the freedom that comes with it. It made me take a long hard look at myself and I can honestly say that not a month has gone by since then where I don't think about that book.	Human: Books that will help me broaden my view and be a better person I just finished HS and will start going to college soon and my goal is to read more books in the next 2 months before classes start. I would like to read some interesting books that can change the way I view the world/myself/others, books that will make me think about them for a long time and books that I will remember for years after I read them. Some self help books are also welcome, but I would prefer a book that will convey a message through an interesting and memorable story. Assistant: What are your views now? Find books on the opposite of those views. Are you white? Read black literature. Are you a man? Read literature by women. Examine yourself and any prejudices or biases you might have and find voices from those perspectives. It should be easy with Google, but we don't know you so you'll have a better chance expanding your view by doing your own research. Doing your own research is also a skill needed for college so it's a win-win!
Human: A book where everything comes together in a “oh snap” moment Like in the book the author drops a little bit of hints to what’s coming, but you don’t really get it until the final moment. Any book that you had to close your eyes for a second and take a breath because it just had that effect on you. Assistant: Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn. Everything is not what it seems and the story is just so convoluted you have to read until the very, very end for everything to come together. Even then I didn't feel absolved and I was troubled by the revelation for a long time. I was both sad and aghast and I wouldn't have let myself believe that it really what has happened because it was just too unnerving to think about. I love this book so much.	Human: A book where everything comes together in a “oh snap” moment Like in the book the author drops a little bit of hints to what’s coming, but you don’t really get it until the final moment. Any book that you had to close your eyes for a second and take a breath because it just had that effect on you. Assistant: A prayer for Owen Meany.
Human: Books that will rekindle one's will to live. For a long time I have been feeling really disappointed in my life. I am very close to giving up. I get no joy from anything and have been losing interest in many things. But I have yet to lose interest in books, and maybe reading some interesting books might help me reconsider life. I am open to any kind of book other than self-help books but if you really believe a self- help book might be helpful please share. Thank you in advance. Assistant: I found a book that understood me in {{Anxious People}} and it was a breath of fresh air that was needed. But also, please know that you are worth the fight to stay. Whatever you’re dealing with, it will pass in time. I speak from experience, and just want to encourage you that IT GETS BETTER. ❤️	Human: Books that will rekindle one's will to live. For a long time I have been feeling really disappointed in my life. I am very close to giving up. I get no joy from anything and have been losing interest in many things. But I have yet to lose interest in books, and maybe reading some interesting books might help me reconsider life. I am open to any kind of book other than self-help books but if you really believe a self- help book might be helpful please share. Thank you in advance. Assistant: I read kaladin's story line in the way of kings every time I feel depressed. It always inspires me. Not a book, but Haikyuu (an anime) legitimately was one of the only things that could cheer me up when I was feeling absolutely nothing.
Human: You guys suggested me some books, and I Would like to thank you by sharing the experiences i had Hi fellow book lovers, For the last couple of years I've been posting book requests and giving suggestions to people on this sub. Although I don't post much, this is by far my favorite community on reddit and your suggestions are always on point. Today I am writing just to say a big thank you to all of you for your assistance until now, and I also would like to share the experience I had by reading your book recommendations, especially those related to finding a meaning in life. Here's a list of the books you suggested that I've already read: - Kafka on The Shore, by Haruki Murakami; - Man's Search for a Meaning by Frankl (which I just finished yesterday); - Brave New World by Huxley; - War Pilot by Saint Exuperys; - Siddharta by Hermann Hesse; - Crime and Punishment by Dostoevsky; - Do Over by Jon Acuff; - Windhaven by Geoge R.R.Martin; -I have just started The Myth of Sisyphus by Albert Camus. My background (you can skip this if you want and proceed to my little summary of the books): The dream of my life was to become an Air Force pilot and as far as I can remember, I've always been connected to the world of aviation. All my childhood toys and games were related to combat jets and when I was 16 I decided that I would do everything possible to achieve this dream. Unfortunately, though, I discovered some health issues that have no cure (some orthopedic deformations and ophthalmic problems) that made me unable to reach my goal. My world had fallen apart, and at the age of 17 I saw no meaning in life anymore. I had lost faith and saw no need to even have a religion (I quit the church I used to go with my parents, blaming God for not creating me in a body that suited the needs to achieve my dream - yes, I was that upset). Life kept going and I had to do something with it. I ended up going to an international relations course at university (since I've always performed really well in subjects related to it and I didnt have the money to afford a engineering course or flight school). Although I was performing well and even got a very nice internship which resulted in a full time job after graduation, I still felt I was lacking a meaning in my life, and I was just living day by day, doing the things society expected an young man to do. I ended up, when I was, 22 really stressed and bored at my office job, always looking back to that frustrated dream. This is the point in which I started using reddit and found this sub. Here's a brief summary of the most impactful books you recommended: First, you recommended the inspiring story of Windhaven by Geoge R.R.Martin, in which a girl overcomes social obstacles to be able to fly, a possibility only available to the noble on that fictional society. This encouraged me to look for possibilities to fullfill my dream in an alternative way, and War Pilot by Exupery gave me a more realistic view on what it is to be on war, to fly planes at this situation, and showed me some of the sad realities of being part of an air force. Siddharta by Hesse brought light to the frugality and simplicity needed in life, and to realize that meaning might be in everything, and that it is a very personal road, in which each one of us has to walk in the sole company of ourselves. The most impactful book to me, however, aside from classic literature by Huxley and Dostoevsky, was Man's search for a meaning by Frankl. Logotherapy description and his records about surviving the concentration camps made my frustration about the air force something very superficial. His approach about life is truly amazing and supported by a very solid psychological theory, which helped me realize how much I have achieved even though I didnt reach my goal. I think the core question of meaning in life, based on his writings is: "what life is expecting from me?" rather than "what I am expecting from it?". I wish I had read this book when I was younger. Taking action to turn things around in life is the most helpful attitude one can have when searching for a meaning, and Im glad I did that when I thought my will to live ceased when I was 17. I am now a 24 year old man, with a new and more fulfilling job, who have already flown a plane, with a great girl by my side and with the will to form a family and provide it a comfortable life. Thank you so much. Assistant: Thank you! I loved Frankl’s book too!	Human: You guys suggested me some books, and I Would like to thank you by sharing the experiences i had Hi fellow book lovers, For the last couple of years I've been posting book requests and giving suggestions to people on this sub. Although I don't post much, this is by far my favorite community on reddit and your suggestions are always on point. Today I am writing just to say a big thank you to all of you for your assistance until now, and I also would like to share the experience I had by reading your book recommendations, especially those related to finding a meaning in life. Here's a list of the books you suggested that I've already read: - Kafka on The Shore, by Haruki Murakami; - Man's Search for a Meaning by Frankl (which I just finished yesterday); - Brave New World by Huxley; - War Pilot by Saint Exuperys; - Siddharta by Hermann Hesse; - Crime and Punishment by Dostoevsky; - Do Over by Jon Acuff; - Windhaven by Geoge R.R.Martin; -I have just started The Myth of Sisyphus by Albert Camus. My background (you can skip this if you want and proceed to my little summary of the books): The dream of my life was to become an Air Force pilot and as far as I can remember, I've always been connected to the world of aviation. All my childhood toys and games were related to combat jets and when I was 16 I decided that I would do everything possible to achieve this dream. Unfortunately, though, I discovered some health issues that have no cure (some orthopedic deformations and ophthalmic problems) that made me unable to reach my goal. My world had fallen apart, and at the age of 17 I saw no meaning in life anymore. I had lost faith and saw no need to even have a religion (I quit the church I used to go with my parents, blaming God for not creating me in a body that suited the needs to achieve my dream - yes, I was that upset). Life kept going and I had to do something with it. I ended up going to an international relations course at university (since I've always performed really well in subjects related to it and I didnt have the money to afford a engineering course or flight school). Although I was performing well and even got a very nice internship which resulted in a full time job after graduation, I still felt I was lacking a meaning in my life, and I was just living day by day, doing the things society expected an young man to do. I ended up, when I was, 22 really stressed and bored at my office job, always looking back to that frustrated dream. This is the point in which I started using reddit and found this sub. Here's a brief summary of the most impactful books you recommended: First, you recommended the inspiring story of Windhaven by Geoge R.R.Martin, in which a girl overcomes social obstacles to be able to fly, a possibility only available to the noble on that fictional society. This encouraged me to look for possibilities to fullfill my dream in an alternative way, and War Pilot by Exupery gave me a more realistic view on what it is to be on war, to fly planes at this situation, and showed me some of the sad realities of being part of an air force. Siddharta by Hesse brought light to the frugality and simplicity needed in life, and to realize that meaning might be in everything, and that it is a very personal road, in which each one of us has to walk in the sole company of ourselves. The most impactful book to me, however, aside from classic literature by Huxley and Dostoevsky, was Man's search for a meaning by Frankl. Logotherapy description and his records about surviving the concentration camps made my frustration about the air force something very superficial. His approach about life is truly amazing and supported by a very solid psychological theory, which helped me realize how much I have achieved even though I didnt reach my goal. I think the core question of meaning in life, based on his writings is: "what life is expecting from me?" rather than "what I am expecting from it?". I wish I had read this book when I was younger. Taking action to turn things around in life is the most helpful attitude one can have when searching for a meaning, and Im glad I did that when I thought my will to live ceased when I was 17. I am now a 24 year old man, with a new and more fulfilling job, who have already flown a plane, with a great girl by my side and with the will to form a family and provide it a comfortable life. Thank you so much. Assistant: Thank you for sharing♥️
Human: An easy-breezy, happy read that i can read with my brain shut, please? That's it. Assistant: I like to read Nancy Drew books when I want a read like that. They put me into a mental happy place.	Human: An easy-breezy, happy read that i can read with my brain shut, please? That's it. Assistant: Stupidest Angel by Christopher Moore
Human: Fantasy/romance books were the couple is already a couple, and has adventures together? I don't want a whole book of falling in love, but not telling the other person; will-they-won't-they; drama that could be avoided by just talking to each other; epilogue with a wedding and/or baby. I want the adventures and stories that will take place after that epilogue. Preferably in a fantasy setting, medieval or urban. I'll accept fanfiction too. Assistant: I don't have a suggestion but I just wanted to thank you OP because these are the books I didn't know I needed.	Human: Fantasy/romance books were the couple is already a couple, and has adventures together? I don't want a whole book of falling in love, but not telling the other person; will-they-won't-they; drama that could be avoided by just talking to each other; epilogue with a wedding and/or baby. I want the adventures and stories that will take place after that epilogue. Preferably in a fantasy setting, medieval or urban. I'll accept fanfiction too. Assistant: Lois McMaster Bujold's The Sharing Knife! The main characters are together by Chapter 8 or so of the first book, then go through continued adventures together trying to connect their two peoples. Fantastic writing!
Human: Books to help me understand Conservative Viewpoints Does anyone have any recommendations for books on conservative political viewpoints? Preferably one that seems more level-headed and not some talking head/pundit. I'm a generally center-left sort of person who wants to understand political viewpoints that tend to differ from mine, but I'm feeling kind of lost on where to start for that. Assistant: I don't have any recommendations but after reading a lot of the top comments and conversations, it makes me happy that this didn't devolve into arguing. It's a good reminder that people can have political discussions rather than arguments. It's a breath of fresh air.	Human: Books to help me understand Conservative Viewpoints Does anyone have any recommendations for books on conservative political viewpoints? Preferably one that seems more level-headed and not some talking head/pundit. I'm a generally center-left sort of person who wants to understand political viewpoints that tend to differ from mine, but I'm feeling kind of lost on where to start for that. Assistant: Books by Thomas Sowell
Human: Books with the biggest plot twists Assistant: Rebecca, Daphne du Maurier. More twists than a bag of snakes.	Human: Books with the biggest plot twists Assistant: Eleanor oliphant is completely fine
Human: If you were to gift ONE book to all your friends this holiday season, what would it be? Assistant: I wish my friends/family gifted me a book...	Human: If you were to gift ONE book to all your friends this holiday season, what would it be? Assistant: The Night Circus, its just so magical
Human: What are your favorite books under 250 pages? Not going to lie, it's almost November and I have ten books left to hit my goal of 50 books for the year. I'm competitive so this is not the time to start reading Shogun. So what are your favorite books on the shorter end? Especially if they're page turners? I like most genres (contemporary fiction, historical fiction, sci fi, fantasy, YA, horror/mystery/crime, graphic novels, comedy/satire, nonfiction especially pop science, psychology, and philosophy). I haven't found many romance or western books that thrilled me, and it's often hard for me to get into memoirs/biographies, but if you love them, I'm still happy to get those recommended, too. Assistant: {{To be taught if fortunate}} by becky chambers is one of my favorite books period. {{Every heart a doorway}} by Seanan McGuire {{Annihilation}} by Jeff Vandermeer {{Binti}} by Nnedi Okorafor {{The Black Tides of Heaven}} by Neon Yang (formerly J.Y Yang i know you can find it under both) {{Remote Control}} by Nnedi Okorafor	Human: What are your favorite books under 250 pages? Not going to lie, it's almost November and I have ten books left to hit my goal of 50 books for the year. I'm competitive so this is not the time to start reading Shogun. So what are your favorite books on the shorter end? Especially if they're page turners? I like most genres (contemporary fiction, historical fiction, sci fi, fantasy, YA, horror/mystery/crime, graphic novels, comedy/satire, nonfiction especially pop science, psychology, and philosophy). I haven't found many romance or western books that thrilled me, and it's often hard for me to get into memoirs/biographies, but if you love them, I'm still happy to get those recommended, too. Assistant: Piranesi is close (272) and one of the best books I’ve ever read.
Human: Supernatural horror that doesn’t pull the “it’s all in their head/it was all a dream/it’s a metaphor” cop-out. Looking for ghosts, witches, etc. that don’t get explained away. Assistant: hex by thomas olde heuvelt. spooky witch haunts a town. creepy af.	Human: Supernatural horror that doesn’t pull the “it’s all in their head/it was all a dream/it’s a metaphor” cop-out. Looking for ghosts, witches, etc. that don’t get explained away. Assistant: House of leaves is one of the best books iv ever read and does slow dread so well!
Human: I'm 34 and I just finished Harry Potter for the first time. I loved it so much I don't know what to read that will follow it up well. Help me! Assistant: The Abhorsen Trilogy by Garth Nix.	Human: I'm 34 and I just finished Harry Potter for the first time. I loved it so much I don't know what to read that will follow it up well. Help me! Assistant: Honestly if you loved Harry Potter consider the Hunger Games series!! They are similar as far as pace is concerned and they will keep you engaged and you will be left craving more.
Human: Could you recommend me books similar to A Brave New World or 1984? Those are my favorite books and I’m looking for thought provoking dystopian philosophy. Assistant: you can try reading The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood or The Testaments, also by Atwood. She won the man booker prize for the testaments.	Human: Could you recommend me books similar to A Brave New World or 1984? Those are my favorite books and I’m looking for thought provoking dystopian philosophy. Assistant: You’ve probably read it and it’s not really a dystopian society book but you’re a George Orwell fan. So you should read animal farm. It’s a metaphor and has a great true meaning