This compilation of stories reminds us how to be better people and how good people still exist. This book is a feel-good collection!

I received a free e-arc of this book through Netgalley.
Have some tissues handy because a lot of these short blurbs will tug at your heartstrings. It was really heartening to read so much positivity after the news seems mostly down and depressing these days. An uplifting book to read all at once or in pieces when you need some good news.

This is a wonderful book for these difficult times. Uplifting and heartwarming, this book is a reminder of all the good that is out there among us. Good stories that may renew your faith in mankind. Perfect gift for anyone needing a lift. Simple to read only one story of the 101 and feel a bit better or inspired. Highly recommend

I love these kind of books especially when I'm feeling down or had enough of the human world. I read a few passages and I feel better about life. It is interesting how some Acts of Kindness are so simple while others are very involved and extraordinary and they are all wonderful. You will truly enjoy something different from what is out there right now.
I like the way the book is put together; the stories are just the right length so it doesn't take long to read a couple of stories and it was nice to read each story and feel connected to the storytellers. With all that is happening in this world, I've been trying to see the good in the world and this book is just one example of the good in the world.

I want to Thank National Geographic and NetGalley for an advance copy of this book about the wonderful connections between people.

This was a sweet book that renewed my faith in humanity! I love hearing about small kindnesses and gestures that make a huge difference in other’s lives. This book was full of that version of heartwarming. This made me smile on a very rough day. I’m so grateful to NetGalley for the opportunity to enjoy these wonderful stories!

Childhood memories of reading Chicken Soup for the Soul came flooding back while reading this book.

101 stories, doing exactly what the title says they’ll do: remind you that the world is good, and so are the people.

This is a desk book — one you keep close and flip through on the hard, frustrating work days.

Thank you to NetGalley for a sneak peek!

I loved the concept of UPWORTHY GOOD PEOPLE and the real stories shared that are evidence of the goodness in others, especially strangers. From these smallest to the biggest acts of kindness, generosity, and compassion, they have stayed with the ones receiving them and have greatly impacted the lives since. Sometimes even inconveniences at the time can turn into a beautiful story. This book reminds me of the importance of human connection and goodness in humanity.

Thank you to National Geographic and NetGalley for the arc in exchange for my honest review.

If you follow Upworthy on social media, you are familiar with the uplifting, powerful stories of life.

This collection of short stories features a variety that showcase kindness, compassion, and determination. These tales will leave you feeling inspired and hopeful.

Upworthy Good People is a much-needed reminder that good people exist. The world feels like a dark and hateful place, and it is easy to lose faith in humanity. Upworthy is a bright spot on the internet, and now, with their new book, they have put out a tangible piece of that goodness. I will buy a physical copy of Upworthy Good People to put on my coffee table. When the world feels too dark, it’ll be there to remind me that good people exist.

My first read of this book was a delightful rush, devouring the feel-good stories. However, on my next read, I intend to savor one or two stories a day, allowing them to linger in my thoughts and inspire personal reflection on the goodness they embody. If we all adopt this approach, we might just create more space for kindness and goodness in our lives, a change the world could certainly benefit from.

I tell my son every day, “Be good. Be kind. Be open-minded.” Upworthy Good People proves that many of us still live with goals like these.

Thank you to NetGalley and National Geographic for an ARC copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This is hard to review, the kindle version of the ARC is very difficult to read.
I enjoyed the stories (trite as they may be at times), but would have liked more. How it changed them would be helpful other than , "wow it changed my life, I never knew there were so many good people."
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Upworthy Good People by Gabriel Reilich and Lucia Knell is a breath of fresh air in a world that often feels heavy with negativity. This heartwarming collection offers a glimpse into the random acts of kindness that occur every day, providing a much-needed reminder of the inherent goodness in humanity.

Reading just a couple of stories from this book each day became a cherished ritual for me. Each tale served as a gentle reminder that amidst life's challenges and cruelties, there are countless moments of compassion, generosity, and selflessness happening all around us.

What sets Upworthy Good People apart is its ability to uplift and inspire without being overly sentimental or preachy. The stories are presented with sincerity and authenticity, allowing readers to connect with the genuine emotions behind each act of kindness.

This book isn't just a collection of stories; it's a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of empathy. It's the kind of book you'll want to keep on your coffee table, not only to share with others but also as a daily reminder that, despite the chaos of the world, there is still plenty of goodness to be found.

Overall, Upworthy Good People is a touching and uplifting read that will leave you with a renewed sense of hope and gratitude. Highly recommended for anyone in need of a little positivity in their lives.

I used to get my news from newspapers and never got depressed or anxious reading stories about people who were harming others, being unlawful or were morally corrupt. I just read the facts. When I could no longer justify the increased cost of a newspaper subscription and my local newspaper shut down, I began to get my news online or on TV. It wasn’t the same; the news was overwhelming upsetting. At first I thought it was because the news has gotten worse. There was more violence, more intolerance. Then I realized it was because along with the news, the newspaper offered me comics, crosswords and other games, recipes, human interest stories, records, horoscopes, and more. Everyone needs some good with the bad.
UpworthyGood People by Gabriel Reilich and Lucia Knell, provides readers with much good—- good stories, good experiences, good feelings. An offshoot of the social media platform “Upworthy,”with 5 million followers, it serves up compassionate, uplifting tales of people making the world a better place. People with empathy for others. People who strive to bring about change for the better. The stories center around helping the reader love thy neighbor while offering demonstrations of decency, kindness, acceptance, courage and humor.
It would be to all of our advantage if everyone would read the tales in this book as it is a means of sharing the best of the human experience. It would generate a feeling of positivity and perhaps inspire and motivate us all.
Thank you to NetGalley for affording me the opportunity to read Upworth Good People and share my thoughts on the merits of this book with others. I highly recommend it.

This was definitely a great read and I am so glad I was approved to read it. It really gives the reader a positive outlook on life from real life stories from real life people.

Okay, stop me if I’m missing something, but… this book bills itself as being an antidote to the news cycle. But Rupert Murdoch, the news media tycoon, owns National Geographic. And NatGeo printed this book. So what’s the angle here, exactly?

I wasn’t familiar with UpWorthy, but the people involved in launching the platform have worked on other things I do appreciate, so I still figured I’d check it out. There are some compelling stories in here, and then a lot of fluff. It was nice to come across some stories of people dealing with big life events (injury, loss, neurodiversity, etc.) who encountered people who responded to them in meaningful ways. Some of those provide some food for thought.

There are a lot of super-short pieces that are like, “One time I needed gas, and some guy gave me gas!” Okay… but I don’t know why I need to be sold a book that tells this two-sentence story.

Regarding layout: The early formatting for the ebook is a bit wonky on Kindle, but I expect they’ll sort that out before publication. Even when corrected for the print version, parts are strange. Occasionally they’ll repeat/highlight a sentence in one of those little boxes off to the side, and I was sometimes confused by which sentences they chose to highlight, and where. They sometimes came pages after where the sentence appears in the story. Other times they appear right next to it, which doesn’t add much. I’m not sure why they felt like this formatting choice was necessary. It’s like they followed a magazine layout, which again, just felt… odd.

I think this book was designed to be a coffee table title, to be picked up and read almost at random when life’s getting you down, or when you need to be reminded that people have the capacity for kindness. It’s not a “read it cover-to-cover” kind of book.

Tl;dr: I was a bit lukewarm on several aspects of this project. If you’re looking for something that will remind you that even small kindnesses stick with people, or want to reflect on the people who have helped you (and who you might be able to help in the future), I can see the value in this book. I absolutely understand the appeal of the stories people shared, and why this concept would be so warmly received in a community space. Making it into a marketable “product,” however, feels like a weird choice.

Read this through NetGalley and had some mixed feelings, obviously.

In a time filled with depressing stories, horrible news, and cranky people, this book is just what the doctor ordered. The short stories are uplifting, hopeful, and heartwarming. The stories are all of varying lengths, and all of them are amazing to read. This book is great if you want to read about the goodness in humanity and lift your spirits. The short story format is great for reading a little at a time, in small bites. So happy that I found this gem!

Thank you to Netgalley, Gabriel Reilich; Lucia Knell, and National Geographic for the ARC.
This book is a collsection of little bits of sunshine on our world. The world can seem very dark and make you lose hope in humanity. This is 100 plus examples of the goodness in people. Some simple examples are a smile for a stranger and how that smile helped to change the recipents mood and day. If you don't take anything else away from reading this book please remember that kindness is the gift that keeps giving.

I follow Upworthy on Instagram and saw them promote this book so was intrigued. I loved the idea behind it - 100 or so stories of people having great, meaningful, unforgettable encounters with strangers. For some reason the second chapter was my least favorite (which is odd because it’s about impactful teachers, and I’m a teacher) but I found it repetitive. Besides that, I liked the book overall and really was surprised by some of the stories highlighting the kindness of strangers.
Thank you to NetGalley for providing me a free copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

There is nothing to not like about a book filled with good deeds by kind people. May we all be inspired.!

When the news is relentlessly pessimistic and upsetting, this book reminds everyone that there are good, kind people in the world,

Upworthy Good People is a beautiful collection of bite-sized, good for your soul stories. It felt like a spa vacation to absorb myself in these tales of kindness. I adored it, and highly recommend reading either all at once, or in bits and pieces as you need a dose of positivity.

Thanks NetGalley and National Geographic for granting access to a digital ARC in response to my request.