Mindy Kaling used to have this blog, like years ago, called “Things I’ve Bought That I Love.” It was just… things she bought that she loved. It was great. Maybe she still does it? I don’t know. She should be too busy for this kind of nonsense. Anyway, I was just feeling kind of shallow and silly and I thought I’d tell you guys about some dumb material things that make my life better.

1. “Shotgun Lovesongs” by Nikolas Butler. I’ve been recommending this book to everyone this summer. I gave my...