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1. 28 Oct 2026, 19:06 UTC

   Our readingRoald Dahl is one of the most distinctive writers ever.

   Their wordsRoald Dahl is one of the most distinctive writers ever. Hilarious, absurd, deliciously twisted.

   ↗My Favorite Children’s & Young-Adult Booksgretchenrubin.com

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3. 18 Sept 2026

   Our readingAn idea stated in a more fluent or rhyming form seems more true or persuasive than the same idea stated plainly.

   Their wordsAn idea expressed in rhyme seems more convincing, which is why "Haste makes waste" is more compelling than "Hurrying fosters error."

   ↗How to Tackle a Nagging Task: Power Hour!gretchenrubin.com 3rd of 3 in this piece