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In praise of being bored.

I just finished Cal Newport’s new book Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World. Although I do have some quibbles with it, and would dearly love to … Continue reading In praise of being bored.

Modern Mrs Darcy
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The MMD Summer Reading Guide

your guide to reliable readerly joy this summer

  • 35 new recommendations for 2026
  • ‘For Fans Of’ feature to help you see which are right for you
  • Replay of our live Unboxing event
  • Refresh your TBR and reduce FOMO
  • Read with confidence this summer
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to reliable joy this summer

Our 15th Summer Reading Guide is coming May 14th.  Pre-order now and plan to join us on May 14th for Unboxing—the best book party of the year!

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It’s almost time for the Summer Reading Guide. Order now and plan to join us on May 15th for Unboxing—the best book party of the year!

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summer reading starts May 16th

Grab your Summer Reading Guide and join us for the best book party of the year!

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