The Great Read: From ‘Be Mine’ to ‘Youda Best,’ the Candy Conversation Evolves

The sweet messages on those valentine hearts require careful planning and editing from year to year. And they speak volumes about the state of our lives and loves.

Continue reading the main story February 7, 2023 Every weekday, we recommend one piece of exceptional writing from The Times — a narrative or essay that takes you someplace you might not expect to go. Cole Wilson for The New York Times. Prop Stylist: Kounthear Kuch From 'Be Mine' to 'Youda Best,' the Candy Conversation Evolves The sweet messages on those valentine hearts require careful planning and editing from year to year. And they speak volumes about the state of our lives and loves. Open now Continue reading the main story Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for top stories or great reads from The New York Times. To stop receiving The Great Read, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, manage your email preferences. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018