MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Calling all female bookworms—this one's for you. As we celebrate International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month in the U.S. throughout March, we've curated a list of books for women written by women.
The list covers a diverse spectrum of women's voices and experiences across different countries and cultures.
Whether you're looking to escape to a work of fiction, self-help or a powerful memoir, each book provides perspective on being a woman in a complex world.
North America
When Women Lead by Julia Boorstin
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Boorstin brings together the stories of over 60 female CEOs to provide insights into how women-founded companies begin, operate and prosper.
Professional Troublemaker, The Fear-Fighter Manual by Luvvie Ajayi Jones
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This powerful book tackles fear and how to live boldly in your personal and professional lives.
Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Glover Tawwab
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Tawaab provides advice on setting boundaries in various areas of life, from relationships to work, and how they are essential for self-care and well-being.
Educated: A Memoir by Tara Westover
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Growing up in a strict, survivalist family in Idaho, Tara's story is a testament to resilience, the pursuit of knowledge and the power of education.
Latin America
The Hour of the Star (A Hora da Estrela) by Clarice Lispector
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Join Lispector, one of Brazil's most renowned authors, as she delves into the life of an overlooked young woman in Rio de Janeiro.
Every Woman Is a World (Toda Mulher É Um Mundo) by Eliane Brum
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The book explores the realities of women across different backgrounds, revealing their strength, resilience and struggles.
Europe
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This Polish author shares honest and moving journeys about women’s paths to self-discovery—an ideal read for women whose lives are full of obligation without enough joy.
How to Fail: Everything I've Ever Learned from Things Going Wrong by Elizabeth Day
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How to Fail reveals that failure does not define us; rather, it is how we respond to it that shapes us as individuals.
Did you know? Studies show that reading a book for 6 minutes can reduce stress and enhance emotional regulation by 68%.
