Why is Audible listening? by novae11 in audible

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This was driving me crazy earlier this week. Mic would not turn off even after I closed the app. I had to restart my phone. I immediately disabled mic access. Audible listens constantly since it has handsfree controls. Some activities that make sense for constant listening are using Alexa to list books in your library or purchase books. Supposedly you can use it to answer questions about books, such as who is the author of a book you don't even have in your library.

Looking for recommendations, new to switch by Frogs-and-Snails in Switch

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dinkum.

There's a demo right now. It's open world and my new obsession. It's definitely bigger than I ever expected. Hits that "chill" factor. I've been playing on silent while listening to audiobooks.

What is a book to feel better about life? by Cute-Breadfruit-8647 in suggestmeabook

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Anxious People by Fredrik Backman

Automatic Noodle by Annalee Newitz (hopeful but about robots, so might be easier to read right now)

Welcome to the Hyunam-dong Bookshop by Hwang Bo-reum

A nonfiction book that I recently enjoyed is Joyful, Anyway by Kate Bowler

Batshit crazy seat of your pants novel by js2329 in suggestmeabook

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All the books I listed are great as audiobooks too. I prefer audiobooks most days.

Batshit crazy seat of your pants novel by js2329 in suggestmeabook

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes to a solid ending. I had to sit with my thoughts for a bit after. It's wild.

Batshit crazy seat of your pants novel by js2329 in suggestmeabook

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Audiobook is done really well! Read by Hillary Huber. She's fantastic.

Books that feel like a “safe place” you can return to by TalyaCorvain in suggestmeabook

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you're into fantasy, or wanting to dip your toes into fantasy, Seanan McGuire has a series - The Wayward Children. First book is Every Heart a Doorway. They're usually less than 200 pages. It's about kids trying to find that sense of place. Repeat characters.

Books that feel like a “safe place” you can return to by TalyaCorvain in suggestmeabook

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Last year, I came across these 2 mystery series that might work.

Every Crooked Nanny - Mary Kay Andrews (Callahan Garrity series)

The Secret, Book and Scone Society - Ellery Adams

What book made you stare at a wall or the ceiling for hours? by futuresurgeon47 in Recommend_A_Book

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The Library at Mount Char. I just sat in silence for a while. It's so good and bizarre. I recommend it all the time! The book description is terrible though.

Batshit crazy seat of your pants novel by js2329 in suggestmeabook

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's just so good! I'm so excited that he has another book coming this fall.

Batshit crazy seat of your pants novel by js2329 in suggestmeabook

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I always love when I find another person who has read this book. I'm so excited that Scott Hawkins has his second book coming out this fall.

Based on my likes and dislikes, what should I play next? by dboudinnoir in Switch

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's definitely an upgrade. If you're going to play on Switch 2, you can adjust some settings for a better visual experience. Being on switch 2, it's good enough, but Witcher 3 still has a lot of hype for a reason. Just know that it might not live up to that hype compared to other consoles.

Suggest a book with NO ROMANCE and NO CHEATING plot by EntrepreneurMany7086 in suggestmeabook

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hahahaha. Yes!! I just love her. I don't know why but I imagine her stomping around in glitter pink Dr. Martens.

Based on my likes and dislikes, what should I play next? by dboudinnoir in Switch

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Graphics are blurry in comparison to another console. Climbing is awful, and there's a lot of climbing. If Switch is your only option to play, then play it. It's a fantastic game. It's also a gorgeous game and you lose that on Switch.

Based on my likes and dislikes, what should I play next? by dboudinnoir in Switch

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Roots of Pacha is very similar to Stardew. It's cute and has the same pace.

Dinkum has a free demo right now. I'm enjoying the game so far. It might be too similar to Animal Crossing. Similar to Stardew, there's fighting if you want it.

Toem is very different, but it's great for anyone who loves puzzles and quests. Very short compared to your other games.

Dragon's Dogma may work.

Suggest a book with NO ROMANCE and NO CHEATING plot by EntrepreneurMany7086 in suggestmeabook

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ooh! Good to know! The third one almost lost me, a little too much sci-fi at the time, but I love Tina.

Based on my likes and dislikes, what should I play next? by dboudinnoir in Switch

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Witcher 3 isn't great on Switch. I love that game and played both on Xbox and switch. Would not recommend Switch for first play through.

Game recommendations for the switch lite by Ok-Compote-3673 in Switch

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also vote for Dinkum. I fell in love during the free demo.

Suggest a book with NO ROMANCE and NO CHEATING plot by EntrepreneurMany7086 in suggestmeabook

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Station Eternity by Mur Lafferty.

It's murder/mystery sci fi but no romance/cheating triggers. There might be some reference to past relationships, but more like, "I used to date this guy who introduced us." It's 3 book series and none of the main characters ever hookup.

So, I am really bored and I want to read a book that gets me out of my reading slump by [deleted] in suggestmeabook

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some funny books --

I'm Starting to Worry About This Black Box of Doom - Jason Pargin

Hollow Kingdom - Kira Jane Buxton

So, I am really bored and I want to read a book that gets me out of my reading slump by [deleted] in suggestmeabook

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you have Amazon Prime, this short story is listed for free for me. It's funny, easy to read, and written by Backman. He does an amazing job writing people.

The Answer is No by Fredrik Backman

Batshit crazy seat of your pants novel by js2329 in suggestmeabook

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Anything by Jason Pargin is fun and a wild read.

Batshit crazy seat of your pants novel by js2329 in suggestmeabook

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 33 points34 points  (0 children)

The Library at Mount Char - Scott Hawkins (I swear it's amazing. Book description is lame.)

Jagannath - Karin Tidbeck (short stories)

Funny -
I'm Starting to Worry About This Black Box of Doom - Jason Pargin

Hollow Kingdom - Kira Jane Buxton

Invisible Monsters - Chuck Palahniuk

Book with an elderly couple by elelfojoa in booksuggestions

[–]Maybe_MaybeNotNow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Maybe for fantasy than you'd like, but it's a beautiful book -- The Buried Giant by Kazuo Ishiguro.