Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Welcome! Let's find you a book that will inspire you, encourage you, and fill you with hope. Here's 10 options, and the reasons why I think they are full of hope. Take your pick!

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00:00 Intro
00:41 Rules for this list
01:36 1. Lord of the Rings
02:49 2. Foundation
04:32 3. Martian/Project Hail Mary
05:16 4. Stormlight Archive
07:17 5. Every Kids' Book Ever!
09:33 6. Dragon-Riding Stories!
11:27 Seven...
13:03 Eight...
15:14 Nine...
16:52 My Most Hopeful Series
19:42 Take Your Pick