In this episode of The Scorpio Bookshelf, we’re tackling the sometimes controversial, always polarizing topic of DNFing books. We kick things off with a funny personal story (yes, involving our podcast merch) before settling into a real conversation about why putting a book down can feel way more loaded than it should.

We talk about our very different relationships with DNFing—how Morgan used to struggle with abandoning books she wasn’t enjoying, while Joaquin has always been a little more go-with-the-vibes about it. From there, we unpack how reading habits have changed, especially with social media, shorter attention spans, and endless entertainment competing for our time.

At the heart of it all, we’re making the case that reading should be enjoyable, not a chore. We discuss why being intentional with what you read matters, how freeing it can be to let go of books that don’t click, and why DNFing isn’t a failure—it’s just part of finding the stories that actually bring you joy. If you’ve ever felt guilty for not finishing a book, this episode is your permission slip. 📚✨

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