By: Maha Jawass
There are so many amazing books written by women, written for women, and some are written for women by women. And because it’s never the wrong time to showcase some badass women, and some badass writing for women, here are my top six self-improvement reads all written by amazing women.
You Are a Badass (2013) by Jen Sincero
A badass book written by a badass woman, You Are a Badass is exactly like you think it will be, Jen Sincero telling you the universe is your bitch. This book will open your eyes into seeing all the opportunities waiting for you to grab them. It will show you how you can get anything you want because all you have to do is let the universe know you’re ready to get it. Also, manifestation is a huge deal in the book, and if you’re not a believer of it, you will be.
Also, love yourself.
You Are a Badass: At Making Money (2017) by Jen Sincero
Because if the universe is your bitch, so is money. Published this year, the You Are a Badass sequel talks about the different attitudes and approaches towards money. Do you have a healthy relationship with money? Do you obsess over how much is in your account and plan out every dollar of it? That can be seen as an unhealthy relationship, and Sincero helps steer you towards recognizing these bad habits. The way you feel and act about money is a big factor in making money. I recommend this book for everyone, especially those wanting to make some $$$ and handle it well.
Big Magic (2015) by Elizabeth Gilbert
Embrace your curiosity. Follow it and see where it leads. In this book Elizabeth Gilbert shows you how to face what you fear most and embrace what you love most. She discusses attitudes and approaches to living your most creative life and practicing mindfulness. This book is a celebration of creative life and a celebration of creating a life that you love. I recommend this book if you’re looking how to jumpstart your creative spark.
Milk and Honey (2014) by Rupi Kaur
Milk and Honey is the experience of violence, abuse, loss, and femininity. A book of beautiful poetry and prose that’ll get you feeling emotions all over the place. It’ll take you through the bitter moments in life and help you find the sweetness in them. This book of poems explore themes of sexual abuse, survival, love, loss, and what it means to be a woman in this day and age. A beautiful read for mothers and daughters, and anyone who needs to find sweetness in a sour time.
Feminist Fight Club (2016) by Jessica Bennett
Imagine fight club, minus fighting, and without the men; sounds perfect. In this book by Jessica Bennett, she provides some real talk about the inequalities between men and women in the workplace. Your ultimate survival guide on how to survive a sexist workplace, packed with a punch. Every month women would meet up to talk about the sexist frustrations they face at work, and share tactics on how to face them. This book shares strategies for women who want to fight back, and is also a wonderful read for men who want to support.
The Princess Saves Herself In This One (2016) by Amanda Lovelace
The princess doesn’t need a prince in shining armor, she only needs herself. This is a collection of poetry that is about resilience. This book is about writing your own ending, and I recommend it to anyone (everyone) who is determined to write their own story. This beautiful prose explores love, loss, grief, and empowerment, a must read for every woman.