How to Be Depressed: A Guide

Dana Eagle's witty and irreverent guide seems founded in extensive research, but with a twisted view. Seeing as how we all might need a few tips in these terrifying times, we are grateful to present an excerpt. For more info on the book, go here, and read more about Dana here.

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How to Be Depressed: A Guide

Dana Eagle's How to Be Depressed: A Guide is a witty primer for stark times.

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