13 Uplifting Science Fiction Novels

Even in the most trying times, books are always here for us. They offer escape, wisdom, and comfort whenever those things are in short supply. This is especially true of science fiction, which is fundamentally about possibilities. Sometimes of those possibilities can be dark, though, so if a future world with oppressive technology isn’t your vibe these days, take heart: There’s plenty of speculative fiction on the positive side of the ledger. In fact, here are 13 uplifting science fiction novels that give you hope for humanity, in case you need it.