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Top 10 Anticipated Fantasy Books For 2012 – Part One
Last year we ran an article where we chose our top 10 most anticipated novels for 2011. It proved overwhelmingly popular, amassing just shy of 20,000 hits! This year we decided to take things a little bit further though. Push a few boundaries.
We are going to do it in two phases. Phase one will be Fantasy-Faction's Top 10 novels to look forward to in 2012. Nothing different there right? Well, no, but it's Phase Two that will be exciting! Phase Two will be…well, it's kind of a secret. But check back Wednesday and we think you'll be blown away with what we've come up with!
I guess we should start by saying: What a year 2011 was for fantasy! Yet again, we had some amazing books released. Débuts such as Prince of Thorns, Songs of the Earth, and Among Thieves really stick out in my mind. Then we had the "solidification" books, the books that proved that authors were as good as we hoped they were; Patrick Rothfuss's The Wise Man's Fear and Joe Abercrombie's The Heroes are good examples. How about books from veterans such as: Steven Erikson, Jim Butcher, and even the unexpected entry from G. R. R. Martin!!!
With such a good year for fantasy in 2011, can 2012 really live up to it? Well, looking ahead, I truly believe it can. We've got more big names in our top 10 and also a few débuts who are looking to shake things up a bit too. One thing that fantasy fans should stop and recognise is the foundation of new publishing label: Jo Fletcher Books. Jo Fletcher is one of the most respected editors in the UK and under her new label there are a huge amount of authors whose names you will soon be familiar with; Tom Pollock, Mazarkis Williams, Tom Fletcher, Will Elliott are just a few that spring to mind. This launch combined with the strengthening of the smaller labels and continued strong releases of the bigger labels confirms for me my beliefs. 2012 is going to be a great year for fantasy!
Well, without further build up (and rambling), let's move on to our top 10 releases of 2012 as chosen by our readers, Twitter fans, forum visitors and Goodreads group members.
Honourable Mention
The Alchemist of Souls by Anne Lyle (Night's Masque #1)
The Daemon Prism by Carol Berg (Collegia Magica #2)
The King's Blood by Daniel Abraham (Dagger and the Coin #2)
The King's Assassin by Stephen Deas (Memory of Flames #4)
The Skybound Sea by Sam Sykes (Aeon's Gate #3)
Top 10 Books
11. City of Dragons by Robin Hobb (The Rain Wilds Chronicles #3)
You will see why we need a number 11 as we reach the peak of the list, but for now – just trust us, it's justified!
The Rain Wild Chronicles to date have included The Dragon Keeper and Dragon Haven. The series was originally said to be just the two books, however Robin Hobb will release City of Dragons early next year.
"The Rain Wild Chronicles take place in the years after the Liveship Traders Trilogy, and runs concurrently with and following the events of the Tawny Man Trilogy. Unlike her earlier series, it is written in third-person narrative from the viewpoint of several of the key characters. The narrative joins these separate threads together as a party of malformed dragons, their human keepers and other supporters set out on a quest for the legendary Elderling city of Kelsingra."
To catch up with the series you technically only need to read the first two novels, however – you'd be rewarded greatly if you went back to the beginning of Hobb's career and began with Assassin's Apprentice.
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10. Shadow Ops by Myke Cole (Shadow Ops #1)
The only débutée in our Top 10 (shhhh – 11) and for good reason. For those who haven't heard of Myke Cole, he has been making a few waves lately. If you can't quite see it from the picture above, Peter V. Brett came out and said that Myke's book was, "Black Hawk Down Meets the X-Men". Now, if that doesn't intrigue you, nothing will!
"For a millennium, magic has been Latent in the world. Now, with the Great Reawakening, people are "coming up Latent," manifesting dangerous magical abilities they often cannot control. In response, the military establishes the Supernatural Operations Corps (SOC), a deadly band of sorcerers dedicated to hunting down "Selfers" who use magic outside government control. When army officer Oscar Britton comes up Latent with a rare and prohibited power, his life turns upside down. Transformed overnight from government agent to public enemy number one, his attempt to stay alive and evade his former friends drives him into a shadow world he never knew lurked just below the surface of the one he's always lived in. He's about to learn that magic has changed all the rules he's ever known, and that his life isn't the only thing he's fighting for."
As this is Myke's first novel, all you need to do is pick up this first book and get reading. Having been lucky enough to read an ARC – I can tell you this book is a mile a minute and fantastic fun. Sadly, I've been condemned to silence though and cannot give you a full review until January. Add it to your pre-order lists though. I swear you won't regret it.
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9. Trinity Moon by Elspeth Cooper (Wild Hunt #2)
The next three on my list were almost impossible to put in any kind of order. Elspeth Cooper, Douglous Hulick, and Mark Lawrence exploded onto the scene last year and came out top amongst the tens of début authors that hit our shelves earlier this year. Elspeth's poetic language, intriguing characters and solid magic system look like they will be taken to another level when book 2 is released in 2012.
"Following the huge success of Elspeth's debut novel, Songs of the Earth, Trinity Moon ramps the saga up by ten. More characters, more danger, higher emotion and altogether more stunning set pieces. Commercially written, gripping and emotive from the first paragraph, Elspeth Cooper is a new fantasy star."
To catch up all you need to do is pick up the fantastic Songs of the Earth, which is book one in the series.
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8. Sworn in Steel by Doug Hulick (A Tale of the Kin #2)
Doug Hulick is one of the best first person writers writing today. He has a style reminiscent of those Raymond Chandler type P.I. books, but he puts you in a completely different setting and on the side of a character who is essentially a man who doesn't blink at stealing, snitching and murdering for decent pay. The first book was a mile a minute and we gave it an easy 5/5. The second book looks to expand the character of Drothe even further and we look forward to seeing where we go next!
"It's been three months since Drothe killed a legend, burned down a portion of the imperial capital, and unexpectedly elevated himself into the ranks of the criminal elite. Now, as the newest Gray Prince in the underworld, he's learning just how good he used to have it.
With barely the beginnings of an organization to his name, Drothe is already being called out by other Gray Princes. And to make matters worse, when one dies, all signs point to Drothe as wielding the knife. As members of the Kin begin choosing sides – mostly against him – for what looks to be another impending war, Drothe is approached by a man who not only has the solution to Drothe's most pressing problem, but an offer of redemption. The only problem is the offer isn't for him.
Now Drothe finds himself on the way to the Despotate of Djan, the empire's long-standing enemy, with an offer to make and a price on his head. And the grains of sand in the hour glass are running out, fast…"
To catch up simply check out Among Thieves and enjoy a fantastic first person ride.
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7. King of Thorns by Mark Lawrence (Broken Empire #2)
Disturbing, beautiful, chaotic, poetic, haunting, exhilarating…Believe it or not, these are all words I used to describe a single book. Prince of Thorns the debut novel of British author, Mark Lawrence. Something about Mark's first book rang true with me. We've all seen the young boy grows and becomes powerful type stories and more recently we've seen the grittier stories told with darker protagonists.
"The Broken Empire burns with the fires of a hundred battles as lords and petty kings battle for the all-throne. The long road to avenge the slaughter of his mother and brother has shown Prince Honorous Jorg Ancrath the hidden hands behind this endless war. He saw the game and vowed to sweep the board. First though he must gather his own pieces, learn the rules of play, and discover how to break them.
A six nation army, twenty thousand strong, marches toward Jorg's gates, led by a champion beloved of the people. Every decent man prays this shining hero will unite the empire and heal its wounds. Every omen says he will. Every good king knows to bend the knee in the face of overwhelming odds, if only to save their people and their lands. But King Jorg is not a good king.
Faced by an enemy many times his strength Jorg knows that he cannot win a fair fight. But playing fair was never part of Jorg's game plan."
Again, to catch up is simple, just pick up and read through the fantastic Prince of Thorns.
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6. Forge of Darkness by Steven Erikson (Kharkanas Trilogy #1)
Steven Erikson is one of the most well known fantasy writers around today and his Malazan books have become some of the most recognised within the genre. They start off a bit heavy, literally chucking you into the deep end, but those who make it past book one are rewarded for their staying power.
All I can tell you about this novel is what TheWertZone has uncovered.
"Erikson's new book is set several hundred thousand years before the events of the main Malazan sequence and expands on the Tiste Andii and events in the city of Kharkanas (which appears, in a deserted state, in the main series novels). Anomander Rake is expected to feature heavily.
Erikson reports that the novel has come in at 292,000 words, noting that (ironically) this is "short" by his standards. It falls between the length of Deadhouse Gates (272,000 words or over 900 pages in paperback) and House of Chains (306,000, or over 1,000 pages)."
To catch up and get a real feeling for the novel you are probably going to need to read Erikson's past 10 novels in the Malazan series. Enjoy!
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5. Railsea by China Mieville
People seem to either love Mieville's work or they "don't get it". Simply put, this is because China's novels are pretty damned weird. His prose are poetic, but can sometimes take you on a bit of a trip. However, those who do get it, really, really love his work and are on the edge of their seats in anticipation of his next novel.
"All I can tell you guys is that 'Rail' and 'Sea' sounds kind of like some kind of train crossed with a boat? It is only 288 pages, so perhaps is going to be a YA book? As I find out more, we'll update you all."
I couldn't tell you what you'll need to do in order to be ready for this novel. China's work tends to vary between standalones and sequels and un-related sequels.
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4. Cold Days by Jim Butcher (Dresden Files #14)
For those who have never heard of Harry Dresden, where have you been!? Harry Dresden is a private investigator who also has the added advantages (and disadvantages at times) of being a wizard. They are written in the sarcastic first person voice of Harry who tends to get hired in order to uncover the facts behind some kind of supernatural murder or crime.
The first couple of books were okay, nothing really breathtakingly brilliant about them, but from there they picked up and have quickly become fan favourites. Each novel is relatively short, but they certainly back a lot of great content in-between those covers.
I can't really say much about book 14 without completely ruining the previous 13 books and a HUGE plot twist in book 12/13 – so to catch up…read them!
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3. A Memory of Light by Brandon Sanderson (Wheel of Time #14)
The Wheel of Time is one of the biggest and most successful fantasy series of all time.
A Memory of Light is the planned 14th and final book of the series. Sadly, as Robert Jordan passed away, it was uncertain for a while what would happen to the series, which was at the time unfinished. To fans delight, talented author Brandon Sanderson picked up Jordan's notes and has all the skills and the backing to finish the series. His first two books (of the three that he wrote) have been well received. We actually had this in our top 10 to be released in 2011 last year (now you see why we chose to run with 11!) but it is pretty much confirmed for 2012.
"At the dawn of time, a deity known as the Creator forged the universe and the Wheel of Time, which, as it turns, spins all lives. The Wheel has seven spokes, each representing an age, and it rotates under the One Power, which flows from the True Source. Essentially composed of male and female halves (saidin and saidar) in opposition and in unison, this power turns the Wheel. Those humans who can use this power are known as channelers; the principal organization of such channelers in the books is called the Aes Sedai or 'Servants of All' in the Old Tongue."
To catch up *gulp* you would need to read all 13 of the previous books, which are all in their own rights epic, each ranging from about 600-800 pages I believe. Don't see it as such a bad thing though because I'm told (I haven't read this series) that it is one of the very best out there.
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2. The Republic of Thieves (The Gentlemen's Bastards #3)
It certainly seems absence makes the heart grow fonder. Lynch's book was on last year's list too (although not quite second place). Perhaps our interview with Scott a couple of months back, where he revealed his plans to really expand the series to a new level in book three means that our readers are anticipating it even further! Scott teased us with a short story in 2011, but it's Republic of Thieves we are all dying to read. After a number of false starts, will 2012 be the year it is released? Please Scott, please make it so!
"In the first book; After a devastating plague, a man known as the Thiefmaker pays off city guards to allow him to take newly-orphaned individuals, whom he plans to train as thieves. One orphan sneaks into the group of paid children, "thirty-one of thirty". The Thiefmaker soon discovers that this one child, Locke Lamora, is extremely clever but not "circumspect", and is a liability due to his lack of foresight or restraint. The Thiefmaker decides to sell Locke to Chains, a priest of the Nameless Thirteenth god, the Crooked Warden who protects thieves. Chains uses his temple as a front to operate the Gentlemen Bastards. They play confidence games on the city's richest citizens, in defiance of the Secret Peace (an unspoken agreement between the criminal underground and nobility that establishes a toleration of thievery and mischief in Camorr as long as the nobility is not targeted). Over time, Locke becomes known as the "Thorn of Camorr", an identity which is never linked to Locke, who maintains the pretence of being a perfectly ordinary sneak thief. The third book in this series will continue Locke's adventures."
To catch up you simply need to read the previous two books, both of which are highly enjoyable and offer some good variety.
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1. (A) Red Country by Joe Abercrombie
Who doesn't love Joe Abercrombie? He seems to have come from nowhere, taken his position as the face of "gritty" fantasy and relentlessly defended it over the past few years. It all began with his First Law Trilogy and was then followed up brilliantly by Best Served Cold. The forum and blogging communities seemed to come to an agreement that Joe's work had reached its peak in the brilliant Best Served Cold. However, after releasing The Heroes in January 2011, he proved that his writing is just getting better and better. I really don't think anyone was ready for the amount of 5 star reviews that it picked up or the spots on the best selling lists!
It is hard to put your finger on exactly what makes Joe Abercrombie such a fantastic author. Perhaps if I had a few more fingers I'd point at fluent dialogue, unforced humour, stunningly complex characters and an ability to change settings and the types of stories he tells seamlessly. Congratulations to Joe for hitting the top spot of this list – let's hope it lives up to our extremely high expectations!
Some very sketchy details from Joe's blog:
"My latest masterwork [is] workingly titled, A Red Country, or possibly just, Red Country, we will see on that score. For those who have failed to follow this blog religiously for the past few months (shame on you faithless scum), it is another semi-standalone set in the world of The First Law, and fusing fantasy elements with western elements, in the same way that The Heroes was a fantasy/war story and Best Served Cold fantasy/thriller-ish."
Because so few details have been released so far, we cannot say for sure – but judged on The Heroes you may well be able to get away with just reading (A) Red Country on its own. That being said, why on Earth would you want to do that? We implore you…no…demand you to go and pick up Joe's first four books. Do it…do it now!
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We were lucky enough to catch up with Joe and get a comment from him upon presenting the award. This is what he had to say.
They say that a man should be humble in victory, to which I can only reply, why? What is the purpose of battle if one cannot build a bidet from the skulls of one's routed enemies? In spite of the several lesser works by lesser authors whose shattered corpses have been permitted to pollute the list, there was only ever going to be one winner. Indeed, I am slightly disappointed that other possible as yet untitled, unwritten and uncontracted books by me did not occupy spaces 2-10. I will prepare my own list in which that is the case. Naturally I wish to thank everyone that voted, and the management of Fantasy-Faction for the lavish cash prize which will presumably soon follow.
Books that probably won't be out in 2012, but we wish they were!
Well, that just about wraps things up, however, I'd like to mention the books that we hope will come out this year, but don't look likely. They were the books that were mentioned through the forums and over Twitter that we really can't see coming out in 2012. That being said, we are going to slide them in here and at least cover our backs should they unexpectedly be released. It happened with A Dance With Dragons right?
The Daylight War by Peter V. Brett (The Demon Cycle #3)
The Doors of Stone by Patrick Rothfuss (Kingkiller Chronicles #3)
Highprince of War by Brandon Sanderson (Stormlight Archive #2)
The Blinding Knife by Brent Weeks (Lightbringer #2)
The Winds of Winter by George R. R. Martin (A Song of Ice and Fire #6)
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And that's a wrap, please leave comments as to your thoughts on our list and also, enjoy the patented, copyrighted, award that goes to Joe Abercrombie and his upcoming novel (A) Red Country.
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Oh I say. ::humbled::
Gotta love Joe, he's ace 😀
One day I will oust him from this list, and it will be most bloody… One day…. 😉
1,2,4, and 8 are my top picks. Haven't read Songs of the Earth or Prince of Thorns yet. Never liked the Malazan books.
Wow, I'm just…overwhelmed, guys! *blush* What awesome company to find myself in – and I'm the only yet-to-be-published author in there, too. I guess my reading at BristolCon made a big impression on Marc 🙂
Actually, it was more to do with the feedback from those who have heard readings and Fantasy-Faction's excitement based on the book blurb 🙂
Not that meeting you at the convention wasn't pleasant – lol 😀
Absolutely jazzed. Thanks so much.
I'm thinking A Memory of Light deserves to be a bit higher…you know…seeing as its probably the most anticipated fantasy book of all time, much less this year!
Yes! WoT is so amazing! I have yet to find any single book or series that can stand up to Robert Jordan's work.
Brandon's stormlight archive, many including I are expecting great things from that series.
totall agreement, the wheel turns for us all!!
Looks like a great year next year, although I'd also like to throw Mark Charan Newton's 4th book and the next KJ Parker on the list!
Have I mentioned that I've been walking around beaming all day? No? Well, there you are–too busy beaming to type.
(No pressure now, eh?)
As I stated in the forums, I loved 'Among Thieves'. One of the first new authors I've read and not been disappointed in. Looking forward to new Tales of the Kin!
Your book is probably number one on my list! I can't wait to read the sequel to 'Among Thieves'.
It was such an awesome read.
I just saw that Sworn in Steel was delayed after powering through Among Thieves(Couldn't put it down) and almost cried.
Myke Cole's book is a must read. I can't recommend it highly enough. Trinity Moon, King Of Thorns, Red Country, Sworn In Steel and Republic of Thieves are on my list. And if only the Daylight War would come out too…
I don't know that I would say Dance was unexpected in 2011, it was just that a large section of the fandom thought it was NEVER going to be released. I followed the whole hooha with that novel and my money had been on Feb/March 2011 for some time. I was almost right, the book was published in July, but I believe the author announced the publication date, which was met, in March of this year.
Great list… Congratulations to our FF authors!! What an honour.
My own personal waiting list (from the above) would include numbers 1, 2, 3, 7 & 10. I would probably include Anne Lyle's book, too, as she happens to be a regular at a couple of forums I frequent, and I feel a sense of 'loyalty'.
I have to admit, I didn't even know Abercrombie's novel was coming out next year. Is this confirmed or just a tentative? I'm really jazzed about it. Every time I hear about a new Abercrombie book, I get all tingly in my nether regions. (Maybe I shouldn't say that out loud?) Absolutely love his books.
And I love his response above, as well. Classic Abercrombie.
Yup, classic Abercrombie response. I wasn't aware the book was scheduled to be released next year either, but I'm looking forward to it (thank god for his new 2x-2 hour work program that he sometimes follows!)
I am a book reviewer for thefoundingfields.com and have had the luck to review Myke Cole's Shadow Ops. If this book is not on your list, it should be. Was a page turner from start to finish with the right mix of character development and action to keep everyone happy. I absolutely can not wait for book 2, 3, 4, 5, etc to come out!
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I "get" China Mieville just fine. I get that he's not very good. Seriously, assuming that anyone who doesn't like him must just be unable to grasp his brilliance is pretty condescending.
Huh, cool. I have a read list now. I've been out of touch, so it seems I have some catching up to do.
For the first time in ages, I am actually salivating at books. Awesome. Thanks for sharing!
Memory of Light is number one on my list then King of Thorns.
I am also looking forward to the Throne of the Crescent Moon by Saladin Ahmed,Heard some good reviews and it is always great to see fantasies not set in the usual eurocentric milieu.
Memory of light is number one on my list thorn king of thorns
Brent week's website says fall 2012 for blinding knife. yeah!
you should be humble in victory. Imagine if you just lost the grand final of your favourite game, and the players on the other team were going around, rubbing it in your faces and throwing insults at you, and boasting about how much better they were than you. It would make you feel put down.. the Lord out God was humble. "you shall humble yourself before him" he says in matthew.
Great work all!!
Starting Sanderson's Way of Kings (for the 4th time through) because I forgot so much. Hm-Hm Mr. R. R. Martin…..Hope to retain more this time.
And I have no Idea how Mr. Abercrombie was able to write like 4 classics in a year or so but now I see how young he is and the future is a brighter place for me now. Not sure if I should be rambling here, so please admin, point me to a good place if this is not it. I know that Bernard Cornwell's Saxon Series is overlooked by everyone, but I guess because it's almost historical fiction. Uhtred is one of my favorite main characters off all time and that sas a lot. He kills priests and Danes and English both and the most memorable line of all time when his friend Staepa is hacking a man to pieces with an axe and stops to sneeze, Uhtred Says,"………..
Just Read the series.
i realy enjoyed your list. It is indeed accurate and special to we the fantsy lovers. But amongst the books yet to come. I will say watchout for 'the legend of the scroll' which will be out later this year. I had a rare peep into the manuscript and cant wait to see the book when it finally comes out.
Just finished p rothfuss' a wise man's fear. Just love his natural storyteller style now for g.r.r.etc a dance with dragons. I'm in heaven. O and thanks for the top ten list.
I read the Shadow Ops book… or at least attempted to. I thought it was the worst book I had ever read. I have never encountered a whinier more self centered and least likeable main character than in this book. He rationalized doing things that made him a far worse character than the antagonists. I threw it out rather than take it to a second hand bookstore and inflict it on someone else.
On the other hand I can't wait for Cold Days. I am also looking forward to the next Mercy Thompson book in 2013.
How can i read all of this. i want to cry cuz our time is limited but imagined new worlds, unexpected stories written by authors are unlimited. Moreover, i have to work and improve my life. What should i do……………………………slkdjfslzjhgslhrgursgkjszbvzbvnb
I want to read books and books so much more. i can not imagine without internet and fiction books.
Bookworm Ken (Mongolia)
Seeing Abercrombie top the list made cheer out loud, which apparently doesn't please the other people at the library. I fear that I'm such a big fan of his that even if he published his tax declarations I would devour it and give it a 10-star review. But I'm sure that even his declarations are gritty, epic and filled with dark humor 😛
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I wouldn't bother listing any book by G.R.R. as "anticipated." He has been seduced by Hollywood and now has the work ethic of Obama. He is just basking in the glory of himself. George needs to come down out of the clouds and spend a bit of time sitting at his desk.
FANTASIC list. Thank you for putting it up so that I can look forward to this years releases. I have to admit, my soft spot on this list lies with Jim Butcher.
Nice work here! Huge fan of the Wheel of Time series by Robert Jordan (R.I.P.) / Brandon Sanderson! I've so been inspired by his work, particularly how he creates credible establishments of organized magic far less animated and popular than J.K. Rowling's Hogwarts + Ministry of Magic, yet complex, mystic, ancient and Stonehenge-surreal, like all classics. Glad A Memory of Light made this list! At the start of this year it was actually definitely my Number 1. most anticipated book! 🙂
No mention of Stephen R Donaldson and the last Thomas Covenant book? Isn't it due this year?
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Excellent list!
Nice to see the list. I wish to add these to my must read!
But how can you be so greedy to hope for Martins; book in 2012! 🙂
We have to happy if it is published by 2014 hopefully. Its going to long long wait. And hope Mr.Martin does not tease readers more by dragging the story.
I should say i find Abercrombie, sam sykes, brent weeks all new authors of writing gritty fantasies. Path of dragon was a real surprise and shows lot of promise by Daniel.
Anyway, do check Anthony Ryan's – Blood Song / Raven's shadow book1.
It was total surprise this one. This author writes beautifully. Does have great future.
Would it be preposterous to now feature A Memory of Light in a list for 2013 after having appeared in both 2011 and 2012? Release date seems to have been set for January 2013. And for me, it will be the MOST anticipated book ever – I've only been waiting 20 years! No exaggeration.
I read Joe Abercrombie's First Law series, but it left me cold with no real 'ending'. I know he says real life doesn't have happy endings (or an ending of any kind), and he's trying to write gritty and real, but hey, I don't think a lot of readers want real. I was completely uninspired to read anymore of his work, because although I thoroughly enjoyed the books, it seemed totally pointless at the end, and that's not the feeling I'm looking for at the finish line.
Great review, thanks! I love Name of the Wind, but I think I am going to enjoy the Prince of Thorns. Going to buy it now. Anyway could you tell me where can I get the picture you use for A Red Country (with the man and the bow). I fell in love with that picture. Thanks! 🙂
It will be good to see the final installment of TWOT (The Wheel of Time). The handoff to Sanderson has been deftly handled. Some of the earlier books between 6 and 11 could have used some editorial tightening. I have to admit it's weird to be reading a series that has been going on as long as my marriage – 22+ years.
Wonderful list! BEST BOOK I READ IN MY LIFE!!! <3 <3 <3
Actually as per the most recent updates by Brandon Sanderson, the final installment of the WoT series wont be published till mid to late January 2013…
I haven't read any of these books. I'll be looking at some of them in more detail now that I've read this post. Thanks! I'm always in need of a good book.
Great article, you should do more like these. I am really looking forward to the release of The Crimson Crown by Cinda Chima.
the mark of athena should be here!!!!
Hi seem there are lot of good book :). Any advice on witch one I should read first? I am finishing Game of throne book and I was looking for something to read after.
It seem a lot of book here aren't the first book. If anyone could point me the first book of any of the title above I would be grateful. Merci


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|Statement by Mr. Wang Min, Deputy Permanent Representative of P. R. China to the United Nations at the General Debate of the 2nd Committee of the 65th General Assemblyon Agenda Item 25: Operational Activities for Development
Mr. Chairman,
The Chinese delegation would like to thank the Secretary-General for the report and notes submitted under this item. China associates itself with the statement made by Yemen on behalf of the Group of 77 and China.
1. Comprehensive implementation of GA Res. 62/208 on the TCPR
In view of the increasingly severe challenges facing the global development endeavor, the General Assembly adopted in 2007 Res. 62/208 on TCPR, which has set forth clear requirements for the work of the UN development system and pointed out the way forward. In the three years since then, UN funds and programs have overcome various difficulties, including those caused by the world financial and economic crisis, carried out fruitful work as required by the resolution and achieved positive progress.
The success of the UN High-Level Meeting on MDGs in September has once again forged global political consensus and provided new impetus towards the attainment of the MDGs. At that meeting, Chinese premier Wen Jiabao reviewed China's path of development and, in an active response to the UN initiative, made solemn commitments on development assistance on behalf of the Chinese Government and people.
The Chinese delegation is of the view that the coming five years represent a crucial phase for the global endeavor to attain the MDGs. The UN development system should implement in a comprehensive manner GA Res. 62/208 and the Outcome Document of the High-Level Meeting on MDGs with a stronger sense of urgency and responsibility. The UN programs and funds should establish a strict order of priority among various development agendas, resist interference and always keep as the top priority the timely attainment of the MDGs. They should also focus on helping Africa in its development and poverty reduction efforts, intensify support to the LDCs, and increase input in capacity building and capacity development of the developing countries so as to help them effectively increase their capacity for self-development.
2. Development financing and improvement of resource structure
Improving the resource situation of the UN development system is currently at the center of concerns of the developing countries. Without financial support, little can be done to promote development, let alone improving the efficiency and accountability of the UN development system. The availability of adequate, stable and predictable core resources is both the foundation of UN operational activities for development and a fundamental requirement for the reinforcement of the global partnership for development.
The current downward trend of development financing and imbalance in resource structure have seriously affected the coherence and efficiency of the UN development system and will likely further erode the fundamental characteristics of the UN development assistance, namely, its universal and grant nature, neutrality and multilateralism, and will also undermine the principle of national ownership and leadership by the recipient countries. The key to the solution of this problem is the effective and timely fulfilment by the developed countries of their ODA commitments, on which rests the international responsibility and credibility of the donors. Further more, it will have a substantive impact on the endeavor of the developing countries to overcome the current global challenges, eradicate poverty and realize their development goals on schedule.
As Premier Wen Jiabao said, "to offer a loaf of bread is more useful than making an empty promise." The Chinese delegation calls on all parties in development assistance to follow the GA Res. 64/289 on system-wide coherence and the consensus contained in the Outcome Document of the High-Level Meeting on MDGs, take immediate and practical action to improve the funding system of the UN operational activities for development, fulfill their respective responsibilities and commitments, and make joint efforts towards the global development goals.
3. Further strengthening South-South cooperation for common development
South-South cooperation is an important way for the developing countries to use their comparative advantages, help each other and combine their strength in pursuit of common development. While South-South cooperation is an important supplement to North-South cooperation, it is not its replacement. For more than a decade, the developing countries have been calling for greater support by the international community for South-South cooperation and a better environment for such cooperation. My delegation is encouraged by the fact that in recent years, economic and technical cooperation among the developing countries have made tremendous headway. The increasing diversity in modalities, expansion in scale, and constant evolvement of mechanisms for exchanges and cooperation demonstrate the enormous potentials and vitality of South-South cooperation. The determination, solidarity and collaboration displayed by the developing countries have also won acknowledgement and commendation of the international community.
Mr. Chairman,
The Chinese Government always attaches importance to economic and technical cooperation with other developing countries. At the initiative of my government, cooperation mechanisms such as China-Africa Cooperation Forum and China-Arab Cooperation Forum were set up and the International Poverty Reduction Center in China was established in Beijing as early as 2005. At the recently concluded UN High-Level meeting on MDGs, Premier Wen Jiabao announced new initiatives for strengthening development cooperation with other developing countries in areas of resource, debt relief, financial cooperation, trade, agriculture, human resources development and public health. Being a developing country itself, China is confronted with multiple development challenges. Nevertheless, the Chinese Government is willing to continue in-depth discussions with other countries and the UN development system on new ideas and new methods for the enhancement of South-South cooperation and triangular cooperation, thus further contributing to the undertaking of helping the developing countries attain the MDGs at an accelerated pace.
Thank you, Mr. Chairman.


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As suggested by titles included in booksellers' and library catalogs, works of foreign history and travel were very popular with the American reading public during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. While the American Antiquarian Society does not attempt to be comprehensive in this area and does not regularly add to this classification, it does house a well-established collection that includes most of the standard works of history reprinted in this country prior to the Civil War, among which are numerous editions of Rollin's Ancient History, Lectures on Modern History by William Smyth, as well as copies of many of the original editions imported from Europe, among which is the forty-four volume set of The Modern Part of an Universal History, from the Earliest Account of Time (London, 1759-66). The collection includes a preliminary section encompassing general works of history and travel as well as secondary sources on historiography. Following this are separate classes for ancient history, each of the European countries, and other countries and regions.
Because of the close ties between English and American history, the collection is particularly strong in the area of English history and description. Students of British colonial history can find at AAS such primary source materials as the Calendar of State Papers, Colonial Series, America and the West Indies (London, 1893-1969) and the Journal of the Commissioners for Trade & Plantations (London, 1920-38). Other useful sources of British history and description are the many parish registers and travelers' guidebooks.
The China trade aroused considerable interest in Chinese history and culture. One unusual item in the AAS collection relating to China is A Guide to, or Descriptive Catalogue of the Chinese Museum, in the Marlboro' Chapel, Boston by John R. Peters, Jr. (Boston, 1845). During the antebellum period, the movement for the colonization of Liberia gave rise to a body of literature describing that country and Africa in general. In 1852, for example, the American Colonization Society published Information About Going to Liberia, with Things Every Emigrant Ought to Know.
The missionary movement was also responsible for producing a variety of works on some of the more remote regions of the world. In 1836, the second edition of David Abeel's Journal of a Residence in China was published in New York. And during the 1870s Samuel Colcord Bartlett wrote a series of historical and descriptive sketches of the missions under the control of the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions, including those in Africa, Ceylon and India, and Turkey. Like the missionaries, British officers wrote accounts of their experiences and many of these narratives were reprinted in the United States. Examples included in the Society's collections are Cabool, a Personal Narrative of a Journey to, and Residence in That City in the Years 1836, 7, and 8, by Lieut. Col. Sir Alexander Burnes (Philadelphia, 1843) and The Opium War, Being Recollections of Service in China, by Capt. Arthur Cunynghame (Philadelphia, 1845). The American seaman James Riley's An Authentic Narrative of the Loss of the American Brig Commerce, Wrecked on the Western Coast of Africa, in the Month of August, 1815 which gives an account of the enslavement of the survivors by the Arabs, was first published in 1817 and remained popular until mid-century.
Of particular interest, and actively collected by the Society, are the accounts and journals of American travelers abroad. Unusual examples of this genre include Running Sketches of Men and Places, by George Copway, chief of the Ojibway Nation (New York, 1851), David F. Dorr's A Colored Man Around the World (Cleveland, 1858), Correspondence of Palestine Tourists (Salt Lake City, 1875), a series of letters describing the pilgrimage of a party of influential Mormons, among whom were George A. Smith and Lorenzo Snow, and United States Girls Across the Atlantic (Syracuse, 1876), by Maria Welch Harris, of Homer, N.Y.
About 5,550 titles are included in the Society's collection of foreign history and travel. Additional and related materials are found in the Early American Imprints, the Reserve, the Latin American, and the Canadian collections. Also of interest are a series of catalogs issued by the governments of Australia, Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Great Britain, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, and Switzerland that describe their exhibits at the Centennial Exhibition at Philadelphia in 1876. Although these catalogs are classified and shelved with other materials relating to that exhibition, rather than with the history and description of the countries they represent, they are a wonderful source of historical and descriptive information. In all cases, subject access is provided by the geographic place name followed by the subdivisions "Description and travel" and "History."
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Discussing the ways of cooperation between the University and the Guangdong University of China
Prof. Dr. Abdel Nasser Sengab Vice-President of Ain Shams University for Postgraduate Studies and Research and Prof. Dr. Nazmi Abdul Hamid, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development, received Prof. Dr. "Shi Yao Chi" President of the Guangdong University of China. They also received Dean of the Chinese Language School and Director of the Office of International Cooperation of Guangdong University, in the presence of Prof. Dr. Esraa Abdel-Sayed, Director of the International Cooperation Office at Ain Shams University and Director of Confucius Ain Shams.
During the meeting which is held at Al-Zaffran Palace, the two sides discussed means of cooperation between the two universities in the field of exchange of students and professors as well as the activation of joint scientific certificates.
Prof. Dr. Nazmi Abdul Hamid stressed that the success of Ain Shams University in activating numerous international partnerships among many universities around the world. He pointed out that Ain Shams University is one of the largest public universities in which more than 210,000 students are studying and more than 16,000 faculty members. The establishment of scientific and research partnerships with different universities of the world is important to both parties.
He hoped to host the next session of the International Federation of China in coordination with the Ain Shams Confucius.
Prof. Dr. Abdul-Nasser Sengab discussed ways to establish joint scientific certificates between the two universities. He explained that Ain Shams University attaches great importance to the separation of Confucius and provides it with all the care and support to achieve his desired goals in the service of those who want to study of Chinese language and culture, in particular, it serves a broad sector of the public in Cairo unchallenged.
Dr. "Shi Yao Chi" expressed his happiness to visit Cairo and Ain Shams University for the first time, praising the warm reception and welcome.
He expressed his interest in opening avenues of cooperation with Ain Shams University and expanding the partnership base, especially in relation to Ain Shams University, which confirmed that the National Bureau of Chinese Language and the Chinese Embassy in Cairo are keen to support the success of the Ain Shams Confucius.
Prof. Dr. Esraa Al-Sayed pointed out that the Confucius of Ain Shams has been witnessing a turnout from various age groups since the opening of the entrance since October 11, adding that the registration and filling of the forms is continuing for one month until 11 November.
After the meeting, the two sides exchanged gifts and commemorative photographs. The delegation then visited the Ain Shams Confucius headquarters as well as a visit to the land designated for its building.


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Sternberg levelheaded amid Rays' high expectations
Maddon and Co. preach 'Eat last;' owner focused on meaningful September games
PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. -- Rays manager Joe Maddon hasn't been shy about his lofty hopes for the 2014 season, and Tampa Bay's players have their eyes set on nothing less than the World Series.
While Maddon has said the Rays need to start focusing on playing deeper into the postseason, principal owner Stuart Sternberg stuck with his usual mantra as he arrived at Spring Training on Tuesday: He just wants the Rays to play important games in September.
The Rays' top executive hasn't exactly hopped on board the "Eat Last" train, record-high payroll or not, and he doesn't want anyone to take Tampa Bay's six-year run of success for granted.
"We've got real problems if I'm thinking that, no. We could've spent $110 million -- well, we couldn't spend it. If we had spent it, we wouldn't have that anticipation," Sternberg said. "We're outspent by two, two and a half [times], and then the division that we play in, to think that you're somehow going to have this goal and reasonable opportunity to be in the playoffs is nuts.
"I like the outcome, and I like keeping the bar high internally. But people thinking that you just rub a lamp and 90 wins appear, and it should be expected year after year, diminishes, I think, how special the job that's been done around here by this organization."
Sternberg said he won't evaluate the season based on how much money team ownership poured into the roster, but said he was excited about the roster the Rays have put together. They did some of that work over the past few years by acquiring players like Wil Myers, David DeJesus, Yunel Escobar and James Loney, all of whom are still under team control.
It's rare for Tampa Bay to experience as little turnover as it did this winter, but it came at a cost. The Rays' Opening Day payroll will be around $80 million, a figure executive vice president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman has called "unaffordable."
Sternberg admitted Tuesday that, as the offseason began, he didn't foresee the Rays' payroll climbing quite so high. Things changed when the Rays found themselves able to solidify their first-base situation by signing Loney to a three-year, $21 million deal and bring in a proven closer, Grant Balfour, for two years and $12 million.
"I just felt like at the end of last year, we had some things that we were still yet to accomplish with this group of guys, and we're trying to do as much as we can to give them an opportunity to succeed," Sternberg said. "I'm pretty certain that had we stayed lower down, specifically if we had a different option at first base and a different option at the back of the bullpen, we would have been closer to where we anticipated.
"We would've had to find somebody else to play first somehow, and we would've filled in, in the bullpen with the very capable pitchers that we have. Those guys are really the icing here [with] what we're trying to do to give us the best chance."
Then there's left-hander David Price, who seemed like a sure bet to be traded during the offseason. Price can be a free agent after the 2015 season. Sternberg admitted it would be hard to keep the ace long-term given the "inflation" in the market for starting pitching. But the owner also pointed out that the Rays have held on to other highly paid stars until they reached free agency -- notably Carl Crawford and B.J. Upton -- and "wouldn't say it's likely his last year."
"Winning still trumps all," Sternberg added. "You just can't make decisions like that this far in advance, and we're trying to give the team as big of a chance as we can this year without sacrificing our future as well."
Sternberg addressed the Rays' low attendance at Tropicana Field and their desire for a new stadium. He said he was "pleasantly pleased" with the debut of the team's new Flex Packs technology, calling it an "extremely compelling product" that has been received well by fans.
He also offered some high praise for St. Petersburg mayor Rick Kriseman, expects to speak with him soon and looks forward to hearing the new mayor's thoughts on the situation.
"It's kind of hard to have expectations. We've been at this for eight years, basically, about a new stadium," Sternberg said. "I'm human in some respects. I'm a little numb to it, but I do think things will be different. Time-wise, I can't say. My focus is nurturing and trying to win as many baseball games for our fans."
But his focus isn't on publicly setting expectations for the Rays this season, no matter how often he was asked to do so on Tuesday. The oft-repeated mantra is that the Rays want to play meaningful, important games in September, and Sternberg is just fine with that.
For now, at least.
"If we get to the end of August, you can ask me that question again," Sternberg said, smiling. "And I would like to be able to give you a different answer."


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We're joined by the Washington Post's Redskins reporter Kent Babb. He also authored "Arrowhead Anxiety," which blew the lid off the Chiefs' front-office dysfunction, so he's uniquely equipped to discuss directionless football teams. Ask him anything you want in the comments below, and he'll try to answer before Tony Wyllie shows up at his door.
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Czech Republic
What you need to know before you go
Even though the Czech Republic is one of the younger countries in Europe, the area it occupies is one with a long and remarkable history. It once carried the name "Bohemia" – an identity which still resonates to this day, conjuring images of artistic, unconventional people. The country's landscape lives up to this promise, showcasing striking mountain ranges, beautiful forests and cities boasting colorful combinations of architectural styles.
The capital city, Prague, should be on the bucket list of every traveler heading to Europe. The attractive Old Town is packed with exceptional sights to see, as well as lively markets and a boisterous nightlife. The Christmas Markets, in particular, are worth braving a bit of cold weather for, and give you the opportunity to warm yourself up with some Czech beer and the country's hearty cuisine. Other cities worth checking out include Brno, Český Krumlov and Telč.
Top destinations in Czech RepublicWhere will you go next?
Traveling to Prague is like stepping back in time. Visit the Czech capital to soak up the 9th-century pomp of its immense medieval castle, marvel at its medley of architectural styles, and experience the famous food and nightlife cultures in its many pubs and restaurants. Hours can be spent sightseeing in Prague's Castle District alone, with its vast complex of buildings, gardens, and alleyways – the area is the size of 7 soccer fields. Afterward, a well-earned frothy flagon of Prague's finest beer at the 550-year-old U Medvidku Beer Hall provides the perfect taste of the city's renowned pub scene.Read more


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"GO! go! go! go! ... UH-OH!" - OK Go by Carin Berger
OK Go sounds and looks like a fun book about cars and transportation, but if you look closely at the "green" front cover with a bird juggling recyclables and take notice of the other characters holding plants, you'll get a better idea of what waits inside the cover. Tricky, tricky. I'll admit I was deceived by the title and the first few pages of sporty red cars galore, all go-go-going fast, fast, faster, that I didn't even notice them all spewing clouds of exhaust in their wake. Guess I just thought they were fluffy clouds in the sky. And then, UH-OH, things quickly get rather bleak and gray and the cars come to a screeching halt. Ah ha. The light bulb goes on in my brain. That will teach me not to read so fast and maybe slow down my life a little too. The things you miss by hurrying about. Better to take it a little slower like the book suggests and think about the consequences of your actions.
Carin Berger's book is the most visually interesting environmental awareness picture book that I've ever read to my children. Her masterful cut paper collage illustrations get the point across with the use of very few words. Actually, the entire first half of the book uses only one word,"GO!" My daughter really liked the repetition of the word Go! And, as should be in a book about green living, all the collages are made out of recycled scraps of paper. Ingenious! There's so much to look at in the detailed collages that even though the book is meant for children ages 2-5, older kids and adults will enjoy perusing the pages as well, searching for the car that says "change" or "mustard." If you look really closely, you'll find Berger's daughter's name, Thea and several other names as well. A large fold-out spread toward the back, gives ideas on how to live a greener life with messages, like "Use your feet, Pete" and "Plant a Tree, Marie." A parade of flower carrying creatures in the back of the book hold signs listing other ways kids can take care of the environment.
School starts soon here and summer will come to an end. One of my very favorite autumn themed books is Berger's The Little Yellow Leaf. The captivating collage illustrations and tender story of a little leaf that hangs on until the end will touch your heart!
Speaking of not wanting to let go, my daughter's first day of school is next week. Inspired by Carin Berger, we created a bus collage out of the coupons and ads in the Sunday paper. Berger will be glad to know that we took the message of OK Go to heart. Like the character Gus, my daughter plans to take the bus and save on gas!
OK Go by Carin Berger. Greenwillow Books (April 2009); 32 pages; ISBN 9780061576669
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In a game that lacked attacking flare, the Houston Dynamo and Toronto FC played a deserved 0-0 draw Saturday at BBVA Compass Stadium.
Houston, playing their second game this week after an 18-day layoff from MLS, and Toronto both tried to take the game in their hands but both failed to get control in a 90-minute affair that yielded just seven shots on goal.
While long stretches of the game were even, Houston finished both halves strong, putting pressure on the TFC side of the field. The visitors were able to repel the Dynamo, who failed to challenge the net for the second game in a row.
With the draw, Houston snap a two-game losing streak at home and improve to 23 points on the season. TFC remain in ninth in the East with 12 points.
The game started with a feeling out process as both teams worked to get a foothold on the game, with neither succeeding for the first 20 minutes. TFC had two dangerous moments early, both involving Robert Earnshaw. Jonathan Osorio and Luis Silva attempted to set up Earnshaw and other teammates in the first half, but the visitors failed to truly challenge Houston goalkeeper Tally Hall.
At the 25 minute mark Houston started to generate momentum thanks to their wide play. Fullbacks Corey Ashe and Kofi Sarkodie began to push higher up the field and both players put several dangerous balls in the box. The most common target was Will Bruin who had three chances at a header but failed to connect.
Bruin and Andrew Driver nearly turned hustle into a goal but Steven Caldwell was there to stab it off the line in the 23rd minute. Three minutes later Ashe served an endline cross up on a silver platter for the 6-foot-2 striker but his rising header was flat and over the crossbar, in what was ultimately the most dangerous chance of the game for either side.
The second half started with both teams being more physical than dangerous in the attacking third.
Houston started to turn the heat up in the 75th minute, keeping the ball in their attacking third for a majority of the final quarter-hour.
OPTA Chalkboard: Both teams try to score on a direct route, but to no avail
In addition to several long attempts, Bruin had a good look when second half substitute Cam Weaver found him on a re-start from near midfield but his shot was deflected and saved.
TFC nearly caught Houston on the counter when a pair of second half subs tested Hall in the 85th minute. Jeremy Brockie let a shot from distance go and the rebound was pounced on by Danny Koevermans. Both chances were handled by Hall to preserve the 0-0 score.
Houston next travel to New York on June 30 take on the Red Bulls while TFC host Real Salt Lake on June 29.
Houston Dynamo (6-5-5; 23 points) vs. Toronto FC (2-7-6; 12 points)
MLS regular season
June 22, 2013 – BBVA Compass Stadium, Houston, TX
Attendance: 22,039 (sellout)
Scoring Summary:
Houston Dynamo: Tally Hall; Kofi Sarkodie, Bobby Boswell, Jermaine Taylor, Corey Ashe; Andrew Driver, Warren Creavalle (Omar Cummings 74), Ricardo Clark (Adam Moffat 89), Brad Davis; Giles Barnes (Cam Weaver 60), Will Bruin
Substitutes not used: Tyler Deric, Eric Brunner, Mike Chabala, Brian Ching
Toronto FC: Joe Bendik; Ryan Richter, Doneil Henry, Steven Caldwell, Darren O'Dea; Jonathan Osorio, Jeremy Hall, Matias Laba, Bobby Convey (Darel Russell 80); Robert Earnshaw (Danny Koevermans 77), Luis Silva (Jeremy Brockie 59)
Substitutes not used: Gale Agbossoumonde, Quillan Roberts, Ashtone Morgan, Reggie Lambe
Misconduct Summary:
Referee: Ricardo Salazar
Referee's Assistants: Craig Lowry, Colin Arblaster
4th Official: Matthew Foerster


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A Homey Take on Japanese at Ootoya, Now in Times Square and the Flatiron
Exploring fast food from around the world in NYC.
Country of origin: Japan
Locations worldwide: Over 300 in Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Thailand, Singapore, and the US
NYC locations: One in the Flatiron district, one near Times Square
Sure, you can have sushi or ramen at Ootoya, the large Japanese chain that recently sprouted its second US branch between Bryant Park and Times Square, but that would be missing the point. New York already has more than its share of single-minded specialists and Ootoya excels at less common teishoku, set meals with miso soup, rice, pickles, and egg custard, plus dish-specific sides, all presented in eye-pleasing ceramic and lacquerware.
While not quite pushing Cheesecake Factory levels of choice, there are numerous options under the headings of free-range chicken, Washu beef (a form of wagyu), Yongenton Silky Pork (the actual brand name), and fish (fish doesn't merit a tempting descriptor, it seems). These examples are representative of the lunch menu, which is the best value, despite not being cheap.
Toro Aji ($16), a.k.a. fatty horse mackerel, is a classic, grilled, crisp-skinned and strong flavored, glazed with sweet soy. The filets are the main event, but the accompaniments are equally upstanding: braised kabocha squash, grated daikon, and a plate of mixed seaweeds.
Buta Shiokoji ($16) is an east meets west combination where the well-marbled pork belly with caramelized charred edges is a treat unto itself, but is served with a green salad and tomatoes, plus mashed potatoes on a white plate, creating what already seems like a complete meal—that is, if it weren't for the bowl of rice on the side. Don't question the double starch; it's in the spirit of teishoku.
Tori Kurozu-An ($14) goes multi-multi-cultural. Essentially this is sweet and sour chicken, China by way of the US, interpreted by Japan and now sold to New Yorkers. Made with black vinegar, though, not ketchup, the tart sauce can at least claim more Chinese heritage than American. Tossed with lotus root and served with watercress and more of those mashed potatoes, this tasty dish also wins for breaking the most geographic boundaries.
Miso soup lurks in the crimson bowls, and the egg custard (I hesitate to call it chawanmushi because it doesn't contain any fillings) comes in the covered vessel that resembles a basket.
Despite being nothing more than home-style cooking, everything at Ootoya feels a little special, especially in comparison to the super fast food chains like Yoshinoya (R.I.P.) or Go Go Curry. The miso soup isn't the more common tofu and nori, but a chunkier vegetable and pork laden broth, the short-grained rice has a pleasant texture and natural sweetness (brown rice with millet is also available) and can be topped with hijiki or tororo, a gooey grated yam. Sometimes it's the little things that make a difference.
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EPA to Hold Public Meeting April 14 on Cleanup of Former Crown Laundry Site in Indianapolis
Release Date: 04/12/2011
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(CHICAGO – April 12, 2011) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will host a public meeting Thursday to discuss the cleanup of the former Crown Laundry site, at 2913 E. Washington St., Indianapolis.
The meeting will be at 6 p.m., April 14, at Englewood Church, 57 N. Rural St. The purpose of the meeting is to provide details on the cleanup EPA began this month at the site. After a short presentation, there will be a question and answer session.
The cleanup, which will take four to six weeks, will involve removing underground storage tanks, sampling and excavating contaminated soil, air monitoring, testing nearby residential properties for contamination, and disposing of hazardous materials off-site.
EPA first assessed the site in October 2010 and removed numerous 55-gallon drums and smaller containers of hazardous substances such as ammonia, benzene and lead.
Crown Laundry operated as a dry cleaner from 1910 to 1975. The property was subsequently operated by ESP Industrial as an electrical services parts distributor and most recently, part of the site operated as an automobile repair facility.
For more information, contact the EPA's community involvement coordinator, Megan McSeveney, at email@example.com or call 800-621-8431, Ext. 61972, between 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., weekdays. Information is also available online at https://www.epa.gov/region5/sites/crownlaundry/index.html.
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Sioux City Soda Gets Fancy With Prickly Pear and Cherry Mint
With its old-timey packaging, retro feel, and "enough to quench a cowboy's thirst" slogan, you might think Sioux City (a subsidiary of White Rock) was just as grizzly as a 19th-century prospector; in fact, it wasn't founded until 1987. Sioux City's excellent sarsaparilla is famously name-checked in cult favorite The Big Lebowski, but in reality, the movie's 1991 setting would have made it practically a brand-new product, and not the weathered and time-tested brand the mustachioed cowpoke narrator seems to be looking for.
Goodness knows what Sam Elliott's seen-it-all range rider would think about Sioux City's latest additions to the line. Initially tested in various markets in 2011, these two flavors were successful enough to make it into wider release and are only just now appearing in some locations; they shift substantially from the rugged, olden-days vibe of Sioux City and bring into the mainstream a pair of flavors usually reserved for craft sodas, micro-bottlers, and home brew experimentation. I bought a pack of each at my Central Market, put on a ten-gallon hat and mounted up.
Prickly Pear at least has an Old West connection, as the cactus from whence the flavor springs dots the American southwest and has long been valued for its juicy, fruity flavor. I've tried a few prickly pear sodas before, but Sioux City's Prickly Pear soda was a pleasant surprise, cactus-fruit sweet without being wince-inducing, with a nice crisp finish with no sour aftertaste or problematic undercurrents. Cowboy Sam Elliott might have called it kid stuff, but I call it delicious.
On the other hand, Sioux City's Cherries 'n' Mint was hard to figure out, both conceptually and practically. If anyone—particularly scraggly old rustlers from the old west—was crying out for a combination of cherry and mint, I'd never heard about it. The soda's rendition of cherry was more the sweet, light version found in cherry limeades and cherry lemon-lime than the darker, fuller version of black cherry sodas, but it was a perfectly good cherry flavor. The mint that kicks in almost immediately was strong without being overwhelming. The problem was that cherries and mint don't really go together in most contexts, and here, it wasn't really so much something to be enjoyed as it was something to be tolerated. After I finished the bottle, I could see Cowboy Sam Elliott shaking his head sadly at me.
Thematically appropriate or not, Sioux City's Prickly Pear was a big success in the flavor department. Cherries 'n' Mint, though, felt like a failed experiment to me; but then again, the buyer at my grocery store says it's a solid seller, so maybe I'm the weird one. The next time I see a cowboy rocking a pale green bandana, I'll be sure to ask him.
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Sugar Rush: El Beit's Banana Bread
Your daily dose of something sweet.
A slice of Banana Bread ($3) from El Beit, a coffee shop in Williamsburg, is the stuff of dreams—dense, superbly moist, and gently spiced. Mashed bananas and big chunks of ripe bananas make their way into this tender loaf, one with a well-browned exterior and crust that's just the slightest bit crunchy. It's no fancy affair, just a walnut-studded classic done extremely well.
Look for the housemade banana bread underneath a glass dome, stored alongside a heavenly collection of Chocolate Cloud Cookies (from Blue Sky Bakery) and fresh slices of Cardamom-Orange Pound Cake.
El Beit
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Mr. (Exit) Strategy: No more Huja to kick around
Sure, Charlottesville is one of those best-places-to-live kind of towns now, but that wasn't the impression Satyendra Huja had when he came here 30 years ago.
"I'd heard great things about Charlottesville, but when I came, it looked like a dump," says the city's soon-to-retire director of strategic planning. He points to a photograph of a shanty-like dwelling on his wall. "That's what Charlottesville looked like when I came... I've been here 27 years longer than I thought I would be."
His first assignment was the Downtown Mall, and while people love it now, that wasn't the case in those days. "Any time there's a new idea, there's controversy," says Huja.
Today, people live in swanky digs on the Mall. There's more diversity. And a far cry from the days when there were only two restaurants, a cornucopia of eateries greets downtown strollers. That's important to a foodie like Huja, who loves to cook and describes his tastes as "eclectic."
Victuals also figure in Huja's volunteer activities. He started the local Meals on Wheels and a soup kitchen at Thomas Jefferson Memorial Church, the latter he calls "the most rewarding job I have because you have 30 satisfied customers."
Huja is an aesthete, and that's why there are so many flowers planted around the city. Years ago, some called it a waste of money. "Now, we get more compliments on the flowers and landscaping than anything else," he says.
Trees also play into quality of life here, and Huja says, "You couldn't cut a tree in the city without my permission, which I didn't give very often. It takes 25 years to grow a tree, and 20 minutes to cut it down."
As a planner, Huja is no stranger to complaints, and the biggest probably are about traffic and parking. He puts it into perspective: "It's not that bad here. Have you seen Washington or New York?"
Before he retires in July, Huja looks forward to embarking on such new projects as Court Square and Preston Commons that he foresees improving the city, even as they spark the expected controversy. That comes with the territory of city planning.
Any regrets he didn't split 27 years ago? "This is my hometown now," he says. "It's a better place to live than when I got here."
Age: 61
What brought you here? A job opportunity
What's worst about living here? Summer humidity
Favorite hangout? Timberlake's Drug Store lunchroom
Most overrated virtue? Patience
What would people be surprised to know about you? I collect teapots.
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be? I'd speak more slowly.
What accomplishment are you proudest of? Downtown revitalization, start of the Greenbelt system, flowers and trees for the city, Meals on Wheels.
What do people find most annoying about you? Impatience
Whom do you admire? Marie Curie for her persistence and Mahatma Gandhi for truth, nonviolence, and simplicity
Favorite book? The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
What subject causes you to rant? Conclusions without relevant, informed knowledge
What thrills you about life in the 21st century? Communication, e-mail, and Internet
What creeps you out about life in the 21st century? Unwanted electronic junkmail and lack of face-to-face communication
What do you drive? BMW 325i
What's in your car CD player right now? Buena Vista Social Club
What's your next journey? Pleven, Bulgaria, for a technical assistance trip
What's the most trouble you've ever gotten in? A speeding ticket while my young children were with me– because they never let me forget it
What do you regret? Not having devoted enough time to art
Favorite comfort food? Stuffed prathas– Indian vegetable pancakes
What's always in your refrigerator? Ginger, garlic, marmalade
Must-see TV? The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer
Favorite cartoon? New Yorker cartoons
Describe a perfect day. Good breakfast, morning meditation, favorite book, New York Times, fireplace, room full of flowers and art, and a walk by the river.
Walter Mitty fantasy? I'd be headmaster of a small, international boarding school.
Who'd play you in the movie? Sidney Poitier
Most embarrassing moment? Not too many things embarrass me.
Best advice you ever got? Do the right thing, regardless of the cost, and do not give up easily.
Favorite bumper sticker? The Moral Majority is neither.
Satyendra Huja will retire after 30 years of shaping Charlottesville.
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Pertussis Case Confirmed At Sentinel High School [AUDIO]
The Missoula County Health Department has confirmed one case of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, at Sentinel High School. I spoke with Public Affairs Director Leslie Brasfield about the announcement on Thursday afternoon. That interview is below.
I then spoke to Missoula County Health Department Infectious Disease nurse Cindy Hotchkiss about what parents can do to keep their children from contracting the disease. That interview is below.
Hotchkiss says if left untreated, whooping cough could persist for up to three months.


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NRL and Super League clubs have agreed to play next year's World Club Challenge in Australia and expand the competition to six teams in 2015.
As his Rhinos prepare to take on Melbourne next Friday, Leeds chief executive Gary Hetherington said he hoped the agreement – nutted out by a working group involving franchises from both competitions – would be formalised shortly.
Next February's clash between the Super League and NRL premiers would be the first WCC decider played in Australia since 1994.
"That's where we've got to and we would hope it would move a step further and become formalised," Hetherington told The Herald.
"It's all meant to integrate with the international calendar. If there's an international tournament in one hemisphere, then the World Club Challenge will be in the other."
Expanding the competition to six teams in 2015 – in the UK –will make it 18 years for the concept to have recovered from the disastrously lopsided 1997 competition.
Explaining the structure, Hetherington said: "There'll be one versus one – that's to decide the world champions. But in alternate years –and maybe going to every year ultimately – it will be the World Club plus and NRL v Super League series.
"And that would include two v two and three v three.
"Ideally, it would be Friday, Saturday and Sunday and there would be no Super League games that weekend."
He said a schedule for five to six seasons had been agreed upon, flip-flopping between hemispheres and between two- and six-team formats.
While Hetherington has been pushing for an expanded WCC for some years, it's understood that this time the Australasian clubs are on the same page. Other members of the WCC working group included St George Illawarra's Peter Doust, Wigan's Ian Lenagan and South Sydney's Shane Richardson.
"There is no guarantee next year's game will be in Sydney –like the All Stars game, it could go up for tender and end up a new market like Perth," Hetherington said.
"Down the track, we see this becoming a valuable TV commodity and hopefully a vehicle for promoting rugby league in new markets, such as Dubai or Hong Kong."
The expansion is likely to be welcomed by players. "I've played in a few of these," said Melbourne utility Brett Finch, "and they probably don't get the recognition they deserve.
"From a player's point of view, it's a big game."
After a disrupted start to their stay in England when a bus driver slept in and they had to take a fleet of cabs to their Richmond Hotel, Melbourne's preparations for the Headingley showpiece kicked off in earnest late last night when they were due to train at the exclusive Eton school.
Utility Finch has just returned from a stint with Wigan but says coach Craig Bellamy is so hard working that he is unlikely to be asked to help with tactics.
"How much work Craig does … I'm sure he's got video on them," said Finch. "Obviously I've played them a few times and know how good they are.
"If he asks my advice I'll be happy to give it but you know how hard he works and prepares. He's probably got as much knowledge as I do."
Finch is expected to fill in at hooker off the bench.
"With a lot of the first graders missing for the trials, I've played in the halves," he said. "But those guys are back for this game so I'm not sure what (Bellamy) has got planned."
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Editing Out the "Bad Grammar" in the Book of Mormon. Provo: BYU Studies, 2016.
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Kahana Sunset A7
Enjoy snorkeling with the sea turtles, humpback whale watching in the winter or gazing at rainbows, this property is perfect for it all! The Kahana Sunset sits on Keonenui Bay and feels as though it has its own private beach
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Enjoy snorkeling with the sea turtles, humpback whale watching in the winter or gazing at rainbows, this property is perfect for it all! The Kahana Sunset sits on Keonenui Bay and feels as though it has its own private beach. Conveniently located minutes from world-renowned golf courses at Kapalua and Kaanapali, and steps from shops, markets and restaurants in Napili, this property is also just a few miles away from famous Lahaina Town and the excitement of Kaanapali Resort. This unit proudly features:
• 2 BD / 2.5 BA (king- master, queen & twin- guest bedroom, living room sofa sleeper)
• Air-conditioning
• Oceanfront Views from 2 balconies – one off the living-room & one off the master
• Fully Equipped Kitchen
• Washer/Dryer
• WIFI in the condo
• Spacious with just over 1000 sq.ft of living space
• Stairs/ Split level (Both bedrooms upstairs, kitchen & living room downstairs)
• Half bathroom downstairs
• Awning for the downstairs lanai
• Sandy beach with easy access
The main floor features a gourmet, fully remodeled kitchen with granite counter tops, state of the art appliances, utensils and a washer and dryer. The living room is tastefully appointed with just enough island effect, and includes a Flat Screen Smart HDTV and iPod dock. The open concept floor plan brings the breathtaking view inside. An electric retractable awning provides shade over the lanai, providing an 'outdoor room' comfortable throughout the day! Air Conditioning is installed throughout, with separate air controllers for each bedroom and the main floor.
Your condominium will be supplied with beach towels. It will not however be stocked with beach equipment. Too often items break or go missing and it is not feasible to track and replace the items. Sullivan Properties, Inc firmly believes in recycling & lowering the carbon footprint we leave on this planet! If items are purchased or acquired by guests and are still in good condition, we are happy to leave them in the unit for others to enjoy. If they are extremely dirty or broken, we must toss them out. There are places nearby that rent beach amenities – your property might also have an onsite rental shack. Most of the rental places nearby offer daily or weekly rates. Please note, we are not endorsing these companies simply providing the more popular options in the area : Snorkel Bobs in the Kahana Gateway Center, Boss Frogs in the Napili Plaza and Boss Frogs in Kahana Manor. Nana Enterprises for baby equipment rentals – this includes baby beach toys and other beach necessities for children. For more details and information check them out on the web!
This resort's prime location on the beach in Kahana is perfect. With no neighboring resorts, you truly have the ability to relax and unwind. Onsite amenities include free parking, swimming pool, beach and barbecue grills. The resort is within a 10-minute drive of 3 championship golf courses which are open to the public, beaches, nightlife and even free hula shows. Kahana Sunset is ideal to help create your flawless Maui vacation. Whether you're looking for a relaxing vacation or fun-filled getaway, we can help book your activities or simply provide the perfect quiet and quaint spot to rejuvenate. Watch the whales, listen to the surf hitting the shore, and enjoy front row seats to spectacular sunsets with colors that change second-by-second, all while relaxing with your favorite beverage either on the beach or sitting on your own private lanai.
Plenty of fine dining and family-friendly restaurants are within a mile of Kahana Sunset. If you prefer a stay-at-home meal, BBQ right on onsite or enjoy our fully-equipped kitchen with all the amenities right at your fingertips. For convenience, there is a Napili Market, a grocery store that is about ¼ mile away. Also located at the Napili Plaza are retail shops and a few eateries including Mama's Ribs &Rotisserie, A'a Roots, Joey's, Fond a Neighborhood Eatery and Maui Tacos. Kitchen 5315 and the Gazebo restaurant are located at the Napili Shores resort. Just on the opposite side of Napili Bay enjoy the Seahouse restaurant which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It also has a great Happy Hour with both food and drink specials!
Kapalua's beauty can be enjoyed through hikes, restaurants and gorgeous beaches. The hiking trails at Kapalua range from easy to extremely difficult! Enjoy the ease of the Kapalua Coastal Trail, the Village Trails or the very difficult Mahana Ridge Trail. Kapalua is home to some of Maui's best restaurants. Higher end spots like Merrimans, Sansei, the Plantation House Restaurant, Cane and Canoe, and the Banyan Tree are wonderful for any special occasion. Honolua Store, the Pour House and Taverna are a little less pricy for amazing tasty cuisine. Neighboring Napili town also has a selection of restaurants. Enjoy dining oceanfront at Gazebo or the Seahouse! Cultural flavors of a wide variety, a wonderful coffee store and more are available at the Napili Plaza along with a grocery store, Napili Market. Kapalua Bay Beach was labeled "best beach" by Dr. Beach in 2018. Enjoy snorkeling in these calm pristine waters. Oneloa, Honolua and Slaughterhouse are also amazing and just minutes away!
Enjoy all that Kaanapali has to offer in just a 10 minute drive. The 3 mile beach walk stretches from Sheraton's Black Rock to the Canoe Beach just past the Hyatt Regency Maui. The boardwalk is extremely convenient for a morning cardio work out or a leisurely stroll with some coffee. Shops and restaurants can be enjoyed in any of the hotels or at Whaler's Village. Relish the free hula performances at Hula Grill and Kaanapali Beach Hotel's Tiki Bar. Enjoy fine retailers like Lululemon, Sephora and Tommy Bahama. Leilani's on the Beach, Hula Grill and Monkeypod are great restaurants at Whaler's Village along with many grab-and-go places too. Many of Maui's best catamaran and parasailing tours also depart right from Kaanapali Beach. Literally, the boats pull up to the shoreline for loading and unloading. Snorkel sails, sunset cruises and parasailing are all at your fingertips.
Lahaina Town is 15-20 minutes away and features an opportunity to experience the historical journey of Hawaii. Once the whaling capital of the state, home to the oldest high school west of the Rocky's (Lahainaluna) this bustling little town is a visitor's paradise with museums, shops, art galleries, restaurants and a boat harbor. The Outlets were also added in 2013 and are home to recognized brand names like Coach, Banana Republic, Lucky and Michael Kors. Great products at great prices! The Outlets also host free weekly hula shows. Enjoy weekly craft fairs under the famous Banyan Tree, Hawaiian music at the Baldwin House Museum and Second Fridays evening festivities.
Kahana Sunset is truly a gem. Quiet, comfortable and quaint, located on one of the best bays in Maui with clear calm pristine water. Really, you can't go wrong by choosing this amazing property to relax and rejuvenate.
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