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Old 10-16-2003, 12:32 PM
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Clive Barker

What Barker books have you guys read? My favorites are Cabal and The Thief of Always. I haven't read Imajica or Weaveworld. Any feedback on those two would be appreciated. Their size is very intimidating and I don't know if I have the time to read them. I'm wanting to hear something positive about them first before I give it a go.
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Old 10-19-2003, 01:22 PM
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I am big fan of Clive Barker's books. I have read almost all stories of him. My favourite is Damnation Game, Imajica, Great Secret Show. To tell truth I love all his books. Each of his stories is awesome. Avenger! if you have not read Imajica or Weaveworld yet you must read them quick as soon as possible. I guarantee wonderful adventure of awesome Barker's worlds. Enjoy!
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Old 10-30-2003, 08:38 PM
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i've always loved Barker's short stories, so The Books Of Blood have been a staple in my library since i was in high school. The Thief Of Always, The Hellbound Heart, Lord Of Illusions, Imajica. In my opinion; he is one of the best horror writers of all time, every book or story of his that i've read just pulled me in and i couldn't stop reading... some i had to read over and over.
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Old 10-30-2003, 08:49 PM
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when i think of horror writers, i automatically think of clive barker. i put him so far ahead of king. i love clive barker. his books of blood books kick ass. i love thief of always. i am halfway done with weaveworld, great book. his movies aren't too shabby as well.
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Old 11-02-2003, 05:40 PM
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Clive Barker is the SHIT...cant wait to see what happens with The Midnight Meat Train.
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Old 11-17-2003, 03:06 PM
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I've read a lot of Barker books,

Books of Blood 1,2 &3
In The Flesh
Weaveworld
The Inhuman Condition
Coldheart Canyon
Galile
Sacrament
The Thief of Always
Cabal
The Hellbound Heart
Everville

but my apsolute favorate Barker book is The Great & Secret Show
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Old 11-18-2003, 08:03 AM
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I read some clive books when I was young, but there really hard to find here
can you recommend Coldheart Canyon?
tell me what it's about
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Old 11-20-2003, 06:50 AM
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If you wanna know more about Coldheart Canyon check out this link:
http://www.curledup.com/coldhrt.htm

It has a review on the book...if you hadent read it Im afraid I will give away too much..I get a little excited about Clive Barker Books and tend to give away things.:rolleyes:
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Old 11-20-2003, 06:53 AM
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I know this isnt a book..but has anyone seen A-Z Horror by Clive Barker? It was hosted by him I have yet to see it...:(
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Old 11-20-2003, 07:35 AM
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If you wanna know more about Coldheart Canyon check out this link:
http://www.curledup.com/coldhrt.htm

It has a review on the book...if you hadent read it Im afraid I will give away too much..I get a little excited about Clive Barker Books and tend to give away things.:rolleyes:
I know this one!!!
I know where they sell it not to far from my home

oooooooooooooooow cool
lol
but first some other books to buy
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