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There are plenty of books out there that empower men, but what about books that empower women? Here are 26+ books you should read that empower women.
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#1 Secrets of Six-Figure Women by Barbara Stanny
This book shows how women can earn higher wages, mainly through mindset and determination. It inspires women to find the strength and courage to obtain (and exceed) their financial goals.
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Contributor: Antonn Park from Blue Flower Editing
#2 UNSTOPPABLE: Transforming Sickness and Struggle into Triumph
As a parent, it’s easy to feel threatened by the toxins that have infiltrated our food and environment. In UNSTOPPABLE, Zen empowers you with the knowledge to bravely embrace these challenges and move your loved ones toward greater health.
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Contributor: Zen Honeycutt from Moms Across America
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Fabulous book! A great resource to know how to navigate our toxic food supply plus Honeycutt is so real that anyone can relate to her.
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This is a must read book for those looking to take care of their families and become empowered to help others.
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Be empowered by reading this book to successfully navigate from poisons, toxins and chemicals to hope and healing and health for your family!
#3 Quitting By Design: Learn to use strategic quitting
The book is especially empowering to women as they are so frequently trapped under additional societal pressures to stay in marriages/jobs/etc and Quitting by Design can help them not only quit those things, but more importantly, to quit the mindset that they have to fit within society's idea of what a woman should be.
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Contributor: Lynn Morski
#4 365 Days of Happiness: Because happiness is a piece of cake!
It is a great gift recommendation because it is a “*healing spa*” for her soul. Women want to BE and live happier and more powerful in their truth--it seems a luxury for most, but it does not have to be that way.
This manual show her how!
This book also makes a *beautiful coffee table book*, it is smart, uplifting for the whole family, and beautiful in any home or office. Might even spark wonderful conversation with loved ones Moms love it as a conversation starter...
It is also a great gift for any work-space as a *staff copy, *your people matter, their wellbeing matters, and their happiness matters. Mindfully happy employees make a mindfully happy office and business. Women in business understand that and can use this manual to inspire co-workers.
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Contributor: Jacqueline Pirtle from FreakyHealer
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Can’t wait to read this!!
#5 Playing Big: Practical Wisdom for Women
This books really helps women connect with the sources of fear that are hindering them from taking the risks that will help them achieve more--or play big. I and every woman I know who has read this book found it instrumental in helping them let go of a fear of critique and be bolder in their professional lives. It is a real game-changer.
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Contributor: Marianna Sachse from Jackalo
#6 Some Women Prefer Hell by Modi G
Some Women Prefer Hell is a must read for women who often precariously seek out 'bad boys,' thinking the outcome will be all good. “Some Women Prefer Hell,” an absorbing and intriguing fictional account, lends engaging insight into one young woman’s set of circumstances behind this preference of choice. Women will walk away from this read empowered and more thoughtful about the romantic choices they make.
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Contributor: Modi from SomeWomenPreferHell
#7 Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead
The only quote from this book nails it all: “What would you do if you weren’t afraid?” The author debunks all myths about what women should do and how they need to behave if willing to succeed: hide emotions, never tell anyone about your ambitions, be well-liked...
Reading this book, you get the impression that Sheryl writes about your fears and doubts on your way to well-being. And shares the steps you can take to change the situation. Her book has taught me to take a stand, be more emotionally intelligent and mensch enough to thine own self be true.
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Contributor: Lesley Vos from Bid4Papers Writing
#8 Bitch Please! by Jacqui Brown
Menopause in this book, Has Never Been Funnier. Her witty, in your face, no holds barred look at life's ups and downs all while trying to survive night sweats, hot flashes, broken libido's, and all the other maladies associated with mid-life, will surely tickle you somewhere and maybe even make you pee in your pants a little. Do not miss this one! Notes From Her Fans! I think you missed your calling. You should be a stand-up comic! If we go by the old adage, 'laughter is the best medicine', you could close the pharmacies down single handedly! Erma (Bombeck) would be so proud
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Contributor: Laura Bartlett from Stand Up Comedian
#9 Museum Hack’s Guide To History’s Fiercest Females
Remember when feminism happened, and tons of scholars banded together and rewrote the history books to include the accomplishments of thousands of women whose amazingness had been ignored for thousands of years? Wait. That never happened.
The representation of women in history is still super bad. So, Museum Hack decided to write a history book of our own - Museum Hack's Guide To History's Fiercest Females is a compilation of 25 stories (and custom illustrations) about amazing women who probably weren't in your high school history books, but definitely should have been.
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Contributor: Carly Syms from Musuem Hack
#10 Happy Healthy You: Your Total Wellness Toolkit
The most loving and empowering books for women can truly change lives. What better way to share that than with my latest book, HAPPY, HEALTHY YOU. Mango Publishing published my fourth book about how to reduce stress and anxiety, what foods support hormones and aging, and actual tools for connecting with others in a real and honest way.
This is a total wellness toolkit with real stories of folks who have suffered extreme trauma and those dealing with every day drama and how they not just coped, but thrived. This is available in eBook format on every type of device. It’s perfect for last minute gift giving with instant, helpful impact on a loved one’s life.
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Contributor: KJ Landis from Superior Self Series
#11 I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education
Malala Yousafzai, winner of a Nobel Peace Prize for her support of education co-wrote this story. It shows her true strength through difficult times with her family as well as the radical Taliban regime.
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Contributor: Caleb Backe from Maple Holistics
#12 The Power of Vulnerability
From the Contributor: “I loved listening to ‘The Power of Vulnerability’ by Brene Brown. I specifically recommend listening to the audiobook version, which is narrated by her. It was empowering to get the insight on how to accept my own vulnerability and how to leverage it both in my personal and professional life. I learned that putting myself out there and understanding that being vulnerable isn’t necessarily being weak.”
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Contributor: Hila Peled from Triplemint
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I am reading a book right now by Rose Marie Williams Abrams, mynameisrose.com for the book page. She writes her memoir of being raised in a cult setting with abuse coming from all sides. Then to see her triumph and become a successful woman!
#13 #GIRLBOSS by Sophia Amoruso
A book that is on nearly every must-read list for twenty-something women. In Sophia Amoruso's #GIRLBOSS, she talks about how she built her multi-million dollar fashion company called Nasty Gal from the ground up. She encourages other women to pursue their dreams and have their voices heard. This woman worked hard to achieve what she has and wants you to do the same.
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Contributor: Amanda Raimondi from Grapevine
#14 Why Not Me? by Mindy Kaling
Kaling, the star of the show New Girl, talks about the pressure of being in the Hollywood spotlight and not looking like every other actress. Her book discusses different friendships in her life and lessons in love while also being super funny. She makes jokes about Hollywood and their standard of beauty that not every woman can follow.
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Contributor: Amanda Raimondi from Grapevine
#15 He’s Just Not That Into You by Greg Behrendt
This book is written by the same man who influenced *Sex And The City*, so you know it’s good. As the title suggests, *He's Just Not That Into You* discusses the behavior of men and how women can use it to improve their love lives. With a mixture of serious advice and funny commentary, this is sure to be a good read.
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Contributor: Amanda Raimondi from Grapevine
#16 Eat Pray Love by Elizabeth Gilbert
From the outside, Elizabeth appeared to have the perfect marriage, but on the inside, she felt the opposite. After feeling unhappiness for so long she decided to have an affair and divorce her husband. Then she went on a journey of self-discovery across the world to learn what it means to be happy within yourself.
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Contributor: Amanda Raimondi from Grapevine
#17 You Are A Badass by Jen Sincero
From the Contributor: I recommend this book because she tells her story of rags to riches, how she got over her imposter syndrome, and then details the steps you can take to move forward and accomplish your goals, too.
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Contributor: Sarah Moe from Flauk
#18 The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas
The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas is a fictional narrative about how one teenager turns tragedy into activism. Timely for today where police shootings of unarmed people of color have sparked a revolution and a movement.
This book can be compared to what we saw in the aftermath of the Parkland shooting earlier this year as well as the #NeverAgain March For Our Lives that embraced the voices of our youth from Florida to Chicago to East Los Angeles.
The title comes from a tattoo on the belly of the late Tupac Shakur which reads: T.H.U.G. L.I.F.E., an acronym that means: the hate you give little infants f***s everybody. The Hate U Give was optioned for a film of the same name last year and will open nationwide on October 19th.
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Contributor: Aisha K. Staggers from Almost Famous Media Group
#19 Hidden Figures: The American Dream
Based on a true story, this book shares how black female mathematicians used their skills and brains to make calculations by pen and paper, helping NASA with some of their greatest achievements. It shows how women can truly shine in a man’s world.
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Contributor: Caleb Backe from Maple Holistics
#20 A Woman’s Crusade: Alice Paul and the Battle for the Ballot
This book takes you back to the 1900s and shows you the courage it took to get the 19th amendment passed, giving women the right to vote. The subject of the story, Alice Paul, is daring and unconventional in how she brings woman’s suffrage to an end.
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Contributor: Caleb Backe from Maple Holistics
#21 Moving from Broken to Beautiful
This book gives women five steps to move from a place of emotional hurt to emotional healing. The authors talk about some of the issues they face such as abandonment and divorce, but the also discuss the importance of overcoming and thriving in a broken state. This book will enlighten, encourage and inspire.
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Contributor: Elaine Sanders from Harlem Girls, Inc
#22 No Fear Allowed: A Story of Guts, Perseverance & Making an Impact
This is the story (jaw dropping at times) of a woman who fought HARD to make it as an entrepreneur, starting what would become a $50 million global corporation at her kitchen table, taking out two mortgages on her home, and repeatedly being knocked down (hard) by adversity along the way. An incredibly inspiring read, especially for young women just starting out, whether as entrepreneurs or solopreneurs!
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Contributor: Christine Whitmarsh from The Ink Agency
#23 So You Love an . . . Alcoholic?: Lessons for a Codependent
In the book, Author has detailed 25+ powerful lessons that I learned on my way to loving myself into the self-love solution. Women are reading this and gaining my wisdom and strength from my story. The lessons are insights that bring awareness and empower women with the truth of the matter. It takes the lifecycle of a butterfly towards transformation encouraging women to complete their own transformation and grow their own wings.
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Contributor: Grace W. Wroldson, Author
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I cannot find this book except on EBay for $50. I do t understand. :/
#24 Leave Your Mark: Land your dream job
Great tips on landing your dream job, mastering negotiations and rocking social media to market yourself. Aliza is in the fashion world, but her advice crosses all professional lines. Super inspiring material to refer back to on a regular basis.
Beyond the Label by Maureen Chiquet
A personal story on Maureen’s journey, but with a focus on leadership and success of women in the workplace. Primarily fashioned based around her experience as CEO of Chanel, written in a very relatable, tangible style.”
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Contributor: Tami Kurtz from Triplemint
#25 21 Days to a Big Idea!: Creating Breakthrough Business Concepts
The book 21 Days to a Big Idea was written to help current and aspiring entrepreneurs — both women and men — create a “big idea” for their next new business, product or service. It’s been especially successful in this regard with undergraduate business majors and MBA’s.
One of the most surprising applications of the book has been by women from around the world who are using its creative thinking methodologies to generate innovative ideas to address a variety of societal challenges such as sexual harassment and child abuse.
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Contributor: Bryan Mattimore from Growth Engine Innovation Agency
#26 The Beauty Myth by Naomi Wolf
From the Contributor: I can't stress enough how important it is to understand the political forces of patriarchy that are at play while we as women are trying to recover from substance use, eating disorders and systemic oppression. There are too many excellent quotes from this book to list them all, but the following excerpt will give you a great taste of the book: Whatever is deeply, essentially female--the life in a woman's expression, the feel of her flesh, the shape of her breasts, the transformations after childbirth of her skin--is being reclassified as ugly, and ugliness as disease. These qualities are about an intensification of female power, which explains why they are being recast as a diminution of power.
At least a third of a woman's life is marked with aging; about a third of her body is made of fat. Both symbols are being transformed into operable condition--so that women will only feel healthy if we are two thirds of the women we could be. How can an ideal be about women if it is defined as how much of a female sexual characteristic does not exist on the woman's body, and how much of a female life does not show on her face?
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Contributor: Annina Schmid from SubstanceuseCounselling
#27 The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck
It is more important than ever for women to feel strong and to use their voice. This book teaches that it's not your responsibility to care what other people think about you. The sooner young women start believing that, the sooner they will gain their power.
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Contributor: Ladan Davia from Beeya
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