Don’t Collect All Four!

The Minimalists’ Four Books: A Journey of Simple Living

People sometimes ask why we wrote four books. “That’s not very minimalist!” Hehe. Well, when you’re a minimalist, everything you do is steeped in irony. In truth, each book communicates a unique perspective on simple living.

The Book That Started It All
1 is our personal story of letting go. This book documents our five-year journey into minimalism, and it answers some of the most common questions we receive. Of everything we’ve written, this is our favorite. Perhaps that’s why it’s our #1 bestseller!

Values That Matter
2 highlights the five values we focus on to live a meaningful life, and it answers questions about what truly matters.

The Best of The Minimalists
3 is a collection of 150 essays that focus on twelve distinct areas of intentional living and answer the question, “What does it mean to live intentionally?”

Building Better Relationships
4 describes, in detail, the seven essential relationships that benefit from simplifying, and it elucidates The Minimalists’ core message.

How to Enjoy Our Books
For the best experience, we recommend reading them in the above order: [1], [2], [3], and [4]. Of course, you don’t need to read all of our books; once you enjoy your copy, pass it on to someone who might find value in its words.

Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: Do I have to read all of your books?
  A: No, you don’t need to read all of our books. Once you’ve enjoyed one, pass it on to someone who might find value in its words.
• Q: What’s the best way to read your books?
  A: We recommend reading them in the order listed above: [1], [2], [3], and [4].
• Q: Can I share your books with others?
  A: Absolutely! Share your copy with someone who might benefit from its message.

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