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Keep calm and read on.<\/em><\/p>\n\n

While we’re all in lockdown, what better way to pass the time than by settling down with a good book? There\u2019s no doubt that Coronavirus, or Covid-19, will significantly change the course of our society. It\u2019s up to us to make sure those changes are as positive as possible. Here are some great reads to get you thinking about a better future. <\/p>\n\n

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1. Octavia’s Brood: Science Fiction Stories from Social Justice Movements<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

This collection of short stories, collated by Walidah Imarisha and adrienne maree brown, calls itself \u2018speculative fiction\u2019. It comes in the form of imaginings from worlds without capitalism, with more justice, peace and compassion. Inspired by and named after science fiction writer Octavia Butler, these hopeful glimpses of a radically different future provide a compass to get us through these uncertain times.<\/p>\n\n

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2. 2040: A Handbook for Regeneration<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

Damon Gameau\u2019s beautiful 2040<\/em> is an exploration of what might happen if we put our minds to creating a low-carbon world full of community, connection and renewal. Realistic but hopeful, both a practical manual and a source of inspiration, this book is an excellent partner to the documentary by the same name (great for whiling away some more lockdown time). <\/p>\n\n

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3. Hope in the Dark<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

Rebecca Solnit has written extensively about climate change, feminism and social justice. In this collection of essays, she combines her years of involvement in activism with wide-ranging lessons from change-makers throughout history to make a strong case for hope as a guiding and essential force when building better futures. An amazing read to remind you that despair rests on knowing exactly what happens next, and that beautiful things can arise from the unknown.
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4. Blessed Unrest: <\/strong>How the Largest Movement in the World Came into Being and Why No One Saw It Coming<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

Whether you want to stop oil drilling, end plastic pollution, clean up our rivers or make sure our oceans are protected, it can often feel like you\u2019re working in isolation. Environmental and social issues can seem like they don\u2019t have much crossover. But in Blessed Unrest, Paul Hawken weaves together the stories of hundreds of different grassroots groups and NGOs, showing that the work we do benefits each other\u2019s causes and sparks change as one diverse movement. Together, we\u2019re powerful.<\/p>\n\n

Remember, to have the best chance at slowing the spread of coronavirus and keeping our friends and wh\u0101nau healthy, we need to be staying home as much as possible.<\/strong> And having a stack of inspiring books to keep you going makes it a whole lot easier!

Tell us in the comments what’s on your reading list and why.
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READ MORE:<\/strong> 11 simple ways to care for each other during the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic<\/a>
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