The Jim Butcher Files: Dresden . Codex Alera . Cinder Spires & More

[Toxaris]

Originally Posted by Tarana

My bookclub will be doing Jim Butcher's Aeronaut's Windlass next month. I have resisted this book because I really don't like steampunk, but willing to give it a shot. Has anybody listened to the audiobook version of this? Does the reader work well for you with this story?

Haven't listened to Codex Alera although I have the first 3 audiobooks (yeah, what's up with that? I am SO behind!).

I am not into steampunk either, but I really liked the Aeronaut's Windlass. The first few chapters are required to introduce the characters and to get into the style, but after that the story really started to fly. Some characters are more likable than others, but that is in all the stories of course. I am looking forward to the next installment even if it will take a while...

[AlbertaCowboy]

Originally Posted by mewmartigan

So if I were to jump into the world of Jim Butcher should I go with Dresden or Codex Alera? Cinder Spires looks good but I will wait for a few more books first.

As for the other two, I like fantasy better than urban fantasy although Dresden is obviously much more popular. I am leaning towards Codex Alera but wanted some opinions.
sidenote: not happy about the publisher pricing of his ebooks at amazon...ebooks that are several years old and cost more than the paperbacks is not cool

I would also recommend the Dresden Files first. Like Alan, I enjoyed them immensely from the get go, and read the first nine back to back while on holiday over five or six days. Then I had to join the rest of the waiting club for each new book year to year.
I really quite enjoyed the Codex Alera, but only after I had abandoned it and come back to it after a couple years. The first time I read the first book, I just couldn't get into it. I found that I felt that I had missed something, or that I should know some of the physics and history of the world before I started, and was kinda lost almost immediately. Once I did get into it though, I enjoyed it.
Unfortunately for me, I have recently tried the Aeronaut's Windlass, and was disappointed. Like Codex though, I might go back to it later when I'm in more of a forgiving mood.
Jim Butcher is also my favourite current authour, and the one single writer whose books I have zero qualms about paying full price for in ebook form so that I can get to the story immediately.

[Apache]

Originally Posted by Toxaris

I am not into steampunk either, but I really liked the Aeronaut's Windlass. The first few chapters are required to introduce the characters and to get into the style, but after that the story really started to fly. Some characters are more likable than others, but that is in all the stories of course. I am looking forward to the next installment even if it will take a while...

Thank you for saving me from having to write this.
I feel the exact same as Toxaris.
Apache

[alansplace]

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[DuckieTigger]

Originally Posted by alansplace

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Wow, that has some really nice lights and shadows. Like the haircut as well. (sorry can't say anything about the colors since I am on a b/w display right now).

[AlbertaCowboy]

Originally Posted by alansplace

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I think this one, more than any other I've seen, perfectly captures the essence of Harry and Mouse. Great find!

[alansplace]

"Time to heel, child." Lea purred. (played by Matthew Merback & Kitty Krell)

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[alansplace]

Back in March of last year I began posting Dresden Files Moments. These are the ones that I've posted so far #2-#5 & #7-#13 & #20-#22.

Dresden Files Moment #14 - "Lost"

Harry Dresden

Published on Jan 12, 2014

Based on The Dresden Files by Jim Butcher. We own nothing. We're just big fans.

[alansplace]

Dresden Files Moment #6 - "Tentacles"

Harry Dresden

Published on Jul 22, 2013

Based on The Dresden Files by Jim Butcher. We own nothing. We're just big fans.

[alansplace]

Dresden Files Moment #15 "Does it Hurt?"

Harry Dresden

Published on Jan 22, 2014

Based on The Dresden Files by Jim Butcher. We own nothing. We're just big fans.

[alansplace]

Lots to announce today!

As you may have already heard, The Aeronaut’s Windlass was nominated for Best Novel in the 2016 Hugo Awards! This makes his third nomination, after Skin Game was tapped for Best Novel in 2015 and Welcome to the Jungle was short-listed for Best Graphic Story in 2009. Jim’s fellow contenders are some of the most loved in the genre–Ann Leckie, N.K. Jemisin, Neal Stephenson, and Naomi Novik–so best of luck to all! If you want to cast your vote in this or any category, you can register here.

Next, the Dresden Files Cooperative Card Came (or DFCO) Kickstarter ends in 48 hours! For those late to the game, here’s a convenient summary of what each pledge level gets you! You can read about the campaign in greater detail on the main page.

Also, we want to remind you of some upcoming conventions. Jim has three more cons announced for this year, the first of which is this weekend! Folks in the Kansas City area can meet him and get books signed at Planet Comicon this Friday through Sunday, then fans in Denver and Atlanta get their turn in mid-August and early September with Myths and Legends Con and DragonCon, respectively. His schedule for this weekend is below.

FRIDAY, MAY 20th:
12pm – 2pm: Celebrity Area
3pm – 5pm: Wordfire Booth (#723)

SATURDAY, MAY 21st:
10:30 am – 12:30 pm: Celebrity Area
2pm – 4pm: Wordfire Booth (#723)

SUNDAY, MAY 22nd:
11am – 1pm: Wordfire Booth (#723)
2pm – 4pm: Celebrity Area

Finally, Issue #2 of the Wild Card graphic novel hits stores tomorrow! Check out a five-page preview at Comic Book Resources, then snag a copy at your favorite local independent comics shop.

As always, you can keep informed about upcoming release dates at Jim’s Upcoming Works page.

Posted by priscellie on 2016/05/17 at 5:11 pm

Quoted with permission from jim-butcher.com

[alansplace]

Dresden Files Moment #16 "Don't Move"

Harry Dresden

Published on Jan 22, 2014

Harry Dresden and Butters running away from something. Jim Butcher owns The Dresden Files. We own nothing. We're just big fans.

[alansplace]

Dresden Files SciFi Promo

Priscilla Spencer

Uploaded on Jul 19, 2006

"The Dresden Files" coming in January to the SciFi Channel! If anyone can find a higher quality version, please share it! VHS recording + Digital Camera = kind of pathetic.

[alansplace]

Dresden Files Promo 2

Priscilla Spencer

Uploaded on Dec 12, 2006

The Dresden Files premieres January 21st at 9EST on SciFi.

[DuckieTigger]

Originally Posted by alansplace

Dresden Files Promo 2

That reminds me that I have yet to watch my Dresden Files on DVD. I got it a while back. Maybe one of these days. Currently my tv series of choice is watching MacGyver.