10 Books Every Woman Needs to Read

I want to chat about something that’s a big deal for me—reading. The most successful leaders read. A lot. They read to learn. They read to grow. And they read because they are testing their own boundaries of understanding. This even more true for women.

Why books? Well, they're not just stories or advice; they're like having a heart-to-heart with someone who totally gets the highs and lows of being a woman today. That’s why it’s super important for us to dive into books written by women. It’s about connecting with those who speak our language and understand our battles, dreams, and triumphs.

I’ve handpicked each book on this list because they’ve really hit home for me. They’re about everything we care about: getting braver, building our dreams, finding our voice, and just being our awesome selves. Whether it’s Brené Brown teaching us the power of being vulnerable or Rachel Hollis pumping us up to chase our goals, these books are here to lift us up and push us forward.

So, let’s get started and soak in all the goodness these amazing women have to offer. It’s time to inspire and challenge each other, and grow into the powerhouse women we’re meant to be.

Can’t wait to hear what you think!

Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead 

by Brené Brown

This book delves into the importance of vulnerability in achieving personal growth and building strong relationships.

Girl, Stop Apologizing: A Shame-Free Plan for Embracing and Achieving Your Goals 

by Rachel Hollis

Rachel Hollis encourages women to stop talking themselves out of their dreams and start going after what they desire.

Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance

 by Angela Duckworth

Angela Duckworth explores the concept of grit as a key attribute leading to success, beyond raw talent.

Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead 

by Sheryl Sandberg

This book is a call to action for women to pursue their ambitions, and a blueprint for individual growth and societal improvement.

Becoming 

by Michelle Obama

A deeply personal account from the former First Lady of the United States, exploring the experiences that have shaped her.

The Confidence Code: The Science and Art of Self-Assurance—What Women Should Know

by Katty Kay and Claire Shipman

This book explores the importance of confidence in the professional success of women and provides advice on how to achieve it.

Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear 

by Elizabeth Gilbert

Gilbert shares her wisdom and unique perspective on creativity, offering insights into the mysterious nature of inspiration.

The Moment of Lift: How Empowering Women Changes the World 

by Melinda Gates

This book focuses on the link between female empowerment and the health and prosperity of societies.

Nice Girls Still Don’t Get the Corner Office: Unconscious Mistakes Women Make That Sabotage Their Careers

by Lois P. Frankel

Frankel provides practical advice for women on how to achieve their full professional potential by avoiding common pitfalls.

Women Who Run With the Wolves: Myths and Stories of the Wild Woman Archetype

by Clarissa Pinkola Estés

In this transformative book, which my mother first introduced me to, Dr. Estés uses multicultural myths, fairy tales, folk tales, and stories chosen from over twenty years of clinical practice to help women reconnect with the fierce, healthy, visionary attributes of their instinctual nature.