I used a Terry Pratchett quote, which many of you loved, in a post last week. My friend the Orag-Utan Librarian has since posted this great article on the legend that was Sir Terry.
I’m absolutely giddy for today’s post! Because today, on the day of love, I’m going to tell you the story of how I fell head over heels with Pratchett books. Believe it or not, I wasn’t always the giant orange monkey you see now. In fact, once upon a time when I was a wee […]
via My Pratchett Journey- So Far… A Love Story — the orang-utan librarian
The Arty Plantsman 
And further evidence we have similar tastes. Terry Pratchett is one of my Partner’s favorite authors. I finally faced the intimidation of how many books there were and dove into it. He/you have good taste!
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It can be daunting. I generally recommend Guards Guards as a good starting point but then I would as it is my favourite. I used to work with two guys who I would swear were the inspiration for Nobby and Colon. Which would make me the Vimes of the trio. I can live with that quite happily! So pleased you are another fan. Have you read the the Tiffany Aching series? They make me laugh, think and also move me. The man was a true genius.
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Thank you so much for sharing this!!
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You are very welcome my friend 😄
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Thanks for introducing me to your WP friend. I enjoyed the post very much and definitely have to add some Pratchett’s work on my list of books to read this year.
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😄❤ I am glad you enjoyed it😄. As a movie fan you might enjoy ‘Moving Pictures’ as a starting point.
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Thanks! I will look for it. 😄
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Pratchett seems to pop up every so often here and there. I look at his bibliography and gasp at the sheer volume. Then I run away thinking it would be too overwhelming. I take it I should stop running?
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You should! For you I would recommend ‘Guards Guards’ as a starting point. You will recognise some of the characters from your time in industry. Plus there are dragons😉❤
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I enjoyed this post 💟 I am going to dive in 🌞
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Good ! You will love his books 🙂
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Oh! Another Pratchett enthusiast! Thanks for reblogging this, Darren, I´ll hop right over to this post/blog! 😀 ❤
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Hope you enjoy it😄
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