Books · by Lena Müller · 2026-10-03

I tried doing reviews the boring way and it worked before coffee

I know this is a tiny sample size, but after 9 attempts the pattern is pretty clear. When I keep the setup simple, I actually follow through.

> Tiny progress is still progress.

That line sounds cheesy, but it got me through the part where nonfiction stopped feeling new.

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Maya Putri · 1 likes

I appreciate the honest middle stage, not just the polished ending. This pairs weirdly well with jollof rice.

Siti Lestari · 0 likes

This is genuinely helpful, thanks for writing it out. This is where I would ask one more question before choosing.

Aoi Ito · 1 likes

Could be regional too.

Cozy Fern · 0 likes

The context helps. Without it I would have assumed the opposite. This is where I would ask one more question before choosing. I love when a recommendation comes with the right mood attached.

Nour Ali · 0 likes

Can you share what you tried before this? Honestly, the simplest version wins for me.