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New York Times Bestseller

Our future is still unwritten. What if we approached it with love and determination?

This powerful and uplifting book envisions a world transformed by bold climate action. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, a renowned scientist and climate expert, brings together a diverse group of thinkers—writers, activists, artists, and leaders—who dare to imagine a thriving planet. Through insightful essays, engaging conversations, poetry, and art, they offer clear and hopeful possibilities for our climate future.

With perspectives from farmers, financiers, architects, and advocates, this collection explores solutions at the intersection of science, policy, culture, and justice. It invites us to see what’s possible and consider our own roles in shaping a sustainable world.

If you’ve struggled to picture a restored and abundant future—or to find your place in building it—this book is for you. If you’re unsure how real change can happen, this book is for you.

With warmth, wisdom, and a touch of humor, Johnson asks readers to imagine an essential question: What if we actually succeed?

Featuring insights from:
Paola Antonelli, Xiye Bastida, Jade Begay, Wendell Berry, Régine Clément, Steve Connell, Erica Deeman, Abigail Dillen, Brian Donahue, Jean Flemma, Kelly Sims Gallagher, Rhiana Gunn-Wright, Olalekan Jeyifous, Corley Kenna, Bryan C. Lee Jr., Franklin Leonard, Adam McKay, Bill McKibben, Kate Marvel, Samantha Montano, Kate Orff, Leah Penniman, Marge Piercy, Colette Pichon Battle, Kendra Pierre-Louis, Judith D. Schwartz, Jigar Shah, Ayisha Siddiqa, Bren Smith, Oana Stănescu, Mustafa Suleyman, and Jacqueline Woodson