That Sounds Fun: The Joys of Being an Amateur, the Power of Falling in Love, and Why You Need a Hobby

A New York Times Bestseller!We know there are certain things we must have to survive--food, shelter, and safety to name a few. But there are also aspects of life that truly allow us to be joyful and fulfilled. For popular podcaster and bestselling author Annie F. Downs, fun is close to the top of that list. Few would argue that having fun doesn't enrich our lives, but so much gets in the way of prioritizing it. Tough days, busyness, and feelings that are hard to talk about keep us from the fun that's out there waiting to be found.With That Sounds Fun, Annie offers an irresistible invitation to understand the meaning of fun, to embrace it and chase it, and to figure out what, exactly, sounds fun to you--then do it! Exploring some research and sharing some thoughts behind why fun matters, she shows you how to find, experience, and multiply your fun. With her signature storytelling style and whimsical vulnerability, Annie is the friend we all need to guide us back to staying true to ourselves and finding the fun we need.From the Inside FlapAnnie F. Downs is a New York Times bestselling author, sought-after speaker, and successful podcast host based in Nashville, Tennessee. Engaging and honest, she makes readers and listeners alike feel as if they've been longtime friends. Founder of the That Sounds Fun Network--which includes her aptly named flagship show, That Sounds Fun--and author of multiple bestselling books like 100 Days to Brave and Remember God,Annie shoots straight and doesn't shy away from the tough topics. But she always finds her way back to the truth that God is good and that life is a gift. Annie is a huge fan of laughing with friends, confetti, soccer, and boiled peanuts (preferably from a backroads Georgia gas station). Read more at anniefdowns.com and find her (embarrassingly easily) all over the internet @anniefdowns. We all need certain things in order to survive--food, shelter, and safety to name a few. But in order to live fun and joyful lives, we need a lot more than the basics. For popular podcaster and bestselling author Annie F. Downs, fun is at the top of that list.We all know that having fun enriches our lives, but so much gets in the way of prioritizing it. Tough days, busyness, and feelings that are hard to talk about keep us from recognizing and embracing the fun that's out there waiting to be found.With her signature storytelling style and whimsical vulnerability, Annie offers an irresistible invitation to figure out what exactly sounds fun to you--then encourages you to do it! Exploring research and sharing her thoughts behind why fun matters, she will show you how to find, experience, and multiply your fun today and every day.From the Back CoverFUN: A little word that can make a huge impact on your lifeWhat sounds fun to you?You might be surprised to learn that the idea of fun is actually pretty serious business. Join Annie F. Downs on a journey of discovering not just the fun that you want in your life, but also the fun that you need. After all, she's kind of an expert.As the host of the widely popular That Sounds Fun podcast, Annie and her guests chat about fun every week. She chases it, she celebrates it, and now she's going to help you find it for yourself. Annie's witty, warm approach in this book will help you see the unexpected benefits of opening up, letting go, and giving in to a little more fun in your days.About the AuthorAnnie F. Downs is a New York Times bestselling author, sought-after speaker, and successful podcast host based in Nashville, Tennessee. Engaging and honest, she makes readers and listeners alike feel as if they've been longtime friends. Founder of the That Sounds Fun Network--which includes her aptly named flagship show, That Sounds Fun--and author of multiple bestselling books like That Sounds Fun, What Sounds Fun to You?, 100 Days to Brave, and Remember God, Annie shoots straight and doesn't shy away from