NEW YORK, May 16 / PRNewswire / -- Hyperion announced today plans to publish a new book about optimism by Michael J. Fox to be entitled ALWAYS LOOKING UP. The book is scheduled for publication in fall, 2008.

Filled with honesty and humor, ALWAYS LOOKING UP will address important questions such as: Is an optimistic nature something we are born with, is it genetic? Is it environmental, chemical, spiritual? Are optimism and faith the same thing? Fox will begin with the individuals who inspired him with their courage and spirit, and will seek out the most influential optimists (and pessimists) in the worlds of philosophy, art, science, literature, politics, and popular culture, past and present. He will weave all of his findings, experiences and adventures into a highly personal narrative, similar in tone and style to LUCKY MAN.

The announcement was made by Hyperion president Bob Miller. Of the deal Miller said: "We're really thrilled to be working with Michael on this new book. There's no one better-equipped to investigate the nature of optimism than Michael, someone who embraces life so fully and appreciates whatever it has to offer each day."

Of the deal Michael J. Fox said: "I'm very happy to be working with Hyperion again. This book provides an opportunity to reflect on my own optimism, and to view the subject through a wider lens. It's a lot to take on, but I'm, well ... optimistic."

Bob Miller negotiated the deal with Amanda Urban of ICM. Executive editor Leslie Wells will be the editor for the book. Hyperion retains audio and world rights.

Hyperion, founded in 1991, publishes general-interest fiction and non-fiction hardcover, trade, and mass-market paperback books for adults and includes the Miramax, ESPN Books, ABC Daytime Press, Hyperion East, and Hyperion AudioBooks imprints. Hyperion is the adult trade book publishing unit of ABC, Inc.