The loneliness pandemic is upon us, but there are antidotes. These books help us step away from the deluge of the online world and foster meaningful connection with others. So go ahead, give that friend a call, set up that coffee date, and go visit a bookstore together. Life is better with company.

As we spend more and more time on our phones and as AI becomes more prevalent, there are concerns about technology's impact on our ability to be creative, think critically, and foster social relationships.

For more on AI, algorithms, and the devastating downsides of spending too much time on social media, check out these titles.

Amongst these titles, you'll find:

• Inspiring stories of resisting tyrannic governments
• Communities coming together in times of need
• Persistent, relentless showing up for civil rights and justice
• Guidance on what makes for effective, sustainable resistance movements
• Hope that a better tomorrow is within reach if we fight for it

Ah, the sweet musty smell of paper and ink, the thrill of a library card, the danger of "just browsing." These are stories for bibliophiles and bookworms. Think of this list as a love letter to the stacks.

The average person in the United States spends over 2 hours a day scrolling through social media. The algorithms are designed to be addictive. But one way to break an unhealthy habit is to replace it with something that's better for you. May we introduce to you: book series

This list is comprised of the first books in a series. Yes, by reading these books, you may develop another time-consuming habit. Even if you get hooked, we expect you'll still feel better about spending your time flipping through these pages, instead of staring at a screen.