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11 books about inspiring and amazing women
11 books about inspiring and amazing women
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Vital Voices: 100 Women Using Their Power to Empower – edited by Alyse Nelson
There are countless fabulous, inspiring women in this world, and this book is packed full of the motivating, inspiring stories of one hundred strong, independent women, based in all kinds of fields, from across the world. From Lina Khalifeh, f

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Chanel: The Impossible Collection – Alexander Fury
Coco Chanel was the OG rebel of the fashion industry, and this book by fashion journalist Alexander Fury is a ‘literary museum exhibition’ of her creativity, style and life, combining a expertly curated selection of 100 classic, iconic looks by the House of Chanel. From the first LBD to the tweet suit, this collection of stunning imagery is sure to make you Google ‘two-tone pumps’ like now.

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#GirlBoss – Sophia Amoruso
Sophia Amoruso sure has had a whirlwind of a career. From starting an eBay account of vintage clothes to having a fashion business turning over more than one hundred million dollars a year, Sophia’s memoir-slash-how-to-book covers everything from feeling like the outcast and the benefits of going-with-the-flow, to how to break the rules and when it’s sometimes best to follow them. A fun bedtime read written in the tone of a friend.

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Becoming – Michelle Obama
Described as ‘warm, wise and revelatory’, this personal memoir is packed full of life reflection, honest stories and both accomplishments and disappointments. As the first African-American woman to serve as the First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama changed history and this book tells of how she became to be a powerful advocate for women and girls across the world, whilst supporting her husband become President of the US and raising her two daughters.

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Noor Inayat Khan – Sufiya Ahmed
Noor-un-Nissa Inayat Khan was a boss. When hundreds of families were forced to flee Nazi-occupied France during WWII, Noor refused to stand by and watch Nazi forces terrorise her community. This book depicts her travels to England to sign up to help in the war, where her talents and commitment was noticed by British Prime Minister Winston Churchill. She became an undercover agent and the first female wireless operator to go from the UK to France to aid the French Resistance. She was instrumental in the war efforts and has posthumously been awarded with the highest civilian decoration in the UK.

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Grace of Monaco: Princess in Dior – Florence Muller
Grace Kelly really is the girl who can do both. From transforming her life from glamorous 1950s movie star to the tres chic Princess of Monaco, Grace Kelly was the crème de la crème of Hollywood style. That chic that she even has a Hermes bag named after her! Dior was one of her go-to fashion houses, and this book depicts the special collaboration between the actress-turned-princess and the iconic French fashion house. These pages of stunning gowns, sparkling jewellery and striking silhouettes, teamed with Grace’s time-honoured classic style and elegant look show the magic of couture off the catwalk.

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I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings – Dr Maya Angelou
Written back in 1969, Maya Angelou’s autobiography of her early years is the first in a series of seven volumes (plenty of bedtime reading material here!). The book starts when Maya is just 3, and ends when she becomes a mother at just 16. The story tells of Maya’s extraordinary transformation from a young girl overcoming racism, to an independent woman about to change the world.

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The Truth Will Set You Free, But First It Will P*** You Off – Gloria Steinem
Gloria Steinem is a feminist icon. Ever since the 1960s, Gloria has been a pioneer for women’s rights, and this book is an illustrated collection of her most inspirational (and often most outrageous) quotes and essays. An empowering manifesto, this collection of works has been described as ‘a gift of hope’.

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What Would the Spice Girls Do? – Lauren Bravo
Nothing says ‘girl power’ quite like the Spice Girls do, and whilst we’re still waiting on a reunion world-tour/tell-all book/reality tv series, this book asks you to tackle your day to day problems just as the baddest 5 gals in 90s pop music would. Using their insatiable feminism, ‘all-embracing quality’ and pure sass in the world of 2021 is a great place to start, what would the Spice Girls do in a pandemic?

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Strong Looks Better Naked – Khloe Kardashian
In Khloe Kardashian’s only book, she abolishes a culture which worships a particular body type instead deeming that a strong body becomes a strong mind. Looking good and feeling great is at the core of this book, which aims to ‘build strength of heart, character and ultimately strength of spirit’. After being publicly bullied due to her size and constantly compared in the media to her sisters, this book includes Khloe’s personal stories as well as practical advice for a strong body, mind and soul.

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Bossypants – Tina Fey
Tina Fey has become a household name thanks to Mean Girls and 30 Rock, but her memoir is a telling story of a young girl with a dream. A story of passion and hard work, Tina Fey recalls her personal and career journey, all whilst maintaining her classic witty, sharp sense of humour.

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