Book description
A collection of inspiring, funny, dark, mysterious, tragic, romantic, dramatic, upbeat and fantastical short stories.
These 24 stories are written by a variety of authors, with the aim to inspire readers with positive visions of what a sustainable society might look like and how we might get there.
The stories…
Why read it?
1 author picked No More Fairy Tales as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
I love this book because it shows how we can save our lovely planet.
Each story has climate solutions at its heart. Some are nature-based like planting sea grass. Some are technical, such as bringing water to the desert and carbon capture. Audacious solutions include refreezing the Arctic.
Several focus on our political economy like switching from the GDP to a wellbeing index or citizen assemblies to ensure climate-friendly decision-making. Some are incredibly innovative such as giving the Ocean nation-status.
Genres range from romance to action, family drama to whodunit. There are 24 stories so something for everyone and each…
From Denise's list on climate fiction to give you hope for our lovely planet.
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