Top climate books to look out for in 2026 - recommended by experts

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From compelling stories to non-fiction, books can spark ideas that help us navigate the climate crisis

As part of The Conversation's ongoing Climate Storytelling strand, we asked climate research and creative writing experts to review some of the best new and upcoming titles to look out for in 2026...

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