Sample Saturday is when I wade through the eleventy billion samples I have downloaded on my Kindle. I’m slowly chipping away and deciding whether it’s buy or bye.

Bad Therapy by Abigail Shrier

Why I have it: spotted in my therapy circles.

Summary: In virtually every way that can be measured, Gen Z’s mental health is worse than that of previous generations. Journalist Abigail Shrier argues that the problem isn’t the kids, it’s the mental health experts. Mental health care can be lifesaving when properly applied, but that is not what’s happening. Instead, children experiencing the normal pangs of adolescence and their anxious parents are seeking answers from therapists, who are only too happy to explore what might be wrong. 

I’m thinking: No.

Supercommunicators by Charles Duhigg

Why I have it: has been on my TBR list since 2024.

Summary: Who and what are ‘supercommunicators’? They’re the people who can steer a conversation to a successful conclusion. They are able to talk about difficult topics without giving offense. They know how to make others feel at ease and share what they think. They’re brilliant facilitators and decision-guiders. How do they do it?

I’m thinking: Yes.

You Have Not Yet Heard Your Favourite Song by Glenn McDonald

Why I have it: Mentioned by Liz Pelly at her author talk.

Summary: Spotify’s former data guru charts how music’s digital revolution affects fans and musicians.

I’m thinking: Maybe.