Afterglow

<p><strong>Hopeful and forward-looking futuristic short stories that explore how the power of storytelling can help create the world we need <br><br>This is a glorious book that challenges our conceptions of bookmaking as much as it questions our conceptions of world-building. We as earthlings will be better to the earth after experiencing this book. That is not hyperbole. </strong><br><strong>-<em>New York Times</em> bestselling author Kiese Laymon<br></strong><em><br>Afterglow</em> is a stunning collection of original short stories in which writers from many different backgrounds envision a radically different climate future. Published in collaboration with Grist a nonprofit media organization dedicated to telling stories of climate solutions these stirring tales expand our ability to imagine a better world.</p>
<p>Inspired by cutting-edge literary movements such as Afrofuturism hopepunk and solarpunk <em>Afterglow</em> imagines intersectional worlds in which no one is left behind—where humanity prioritizes equitable climate solutions and continued service to one's community. Whether through abundance or adaptation reform or a new understanding of survival these stories offer flickers of hope even joy as they provide a springboard for exploring how fiction can help create a better reality.</p>
<p><em>Afterglow</em> welcomes a diverse range of new voices into the climate conversation to envision the next 180 years of equitable climate progress. A creative work rooted in the realities of our present crisis <em>Afterglow</em> presents a new way to think about the climate emergency—one that blazes a path to a clean green and more just future.</p>