Happiness Economics

The riotously funny second novel by the New York Times bestselling author of Everyone Here Is Lying, Shari Lapena, that explores what happens when art collides with commerce.

Will Thorne is a stalled poet, married to Judy, a wildly successful celebrity economist. Pressured by a starving fellow poet, Will establishes The Poets' Preservation Society, a genteel organization to help poets in need. But when Will meets his muse, the enigmatic and athletic Lily White, he becomes inspired not only to write, but to take guerrilla action in support of poets everywhere. Poetry meets parkour and culture clashes with commerce in this hilarious look at how we measure the value of art.

A smart, enjoyable, and uplifting listen

I’ve enjoyed Shari Lapena’s two first novels (Things Go Flying and Happiness Economics) so much. Great company for my long overnights spent cooking for my clients, clever writing, well-sketched characters, excellent narration. Highly recommend!