“Who are we? We are a billion voices, bright and brave; we are light, standing together in the fight.”
An extraordinary new book for the challenges of a new year from Inaugural poet Amada Gorman and illustrated by Loveis Wise. A rhythmic, optimistic read-aloud capturing the potential in our individuality and celebrating the power it lends in bringing about peace, justice, and change.
For young readers 4-8 years, but an empowering message for all ages looking for a hopeful future.
Written in the warm, honest language and intent of friendship, this powerful and life-affirming book is a hopeful and loving reflection on how to empower a daughter to become a strong, independent woman. Dear Ijeawele began as a response to a letter the author received from a friend and new mother seeking advice about how to raise her baby girl to be a feminist.
Adiche is provides 15 practical "suggestions" such as "Teach her to ask questions," Teach her self-reliance," and "Measure her on a scale of being the best version of herself," and turns them into a profound manifesto that is as much for mothers of daughters as it is for fathers.
The pages fly by in this quick read, which was an NPR Best Book of the Year and was a New York Times bestseller.
A great way to start a new year.
Written by the youngest Nobel Peace Prize Winner in history, this book is the story of how the actions of a young woman can change the lives of many. It is a tale of bravery in the face of opposition. Malala Yousafzai has dedicated her life to making education accessible for women and girls. Readers will be inspired by this young readers edition of her story. Malala's story comes in editions for adults, teens, young readers and small children. I highly recommend reading the edition best suited to your age. (Julie Love-Ferrell, Children’s Librarian, Oldham County Public Library)
Learn from a woman who went from couch-surfing to becoming a Venture Capitalist who supports underrepresented people (POC, women, LGBTQ, and more) to get funding for their startups. Arlan Hamilton’s life story is inspiring and educational about startup life and entrepreneurship. (Sophia Yen, MD MPH, Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Pandia Health)
From her childhood in Chicago, to a nonprofit career serving others while married to a rising political superstar and raising a family, Michell delivers an intimate, compelling look at the life of one of the world’s most admired women. With no sugarcoating, Michelle explores the challenges and rewards of being an equal partner in marriage, family, and career. (Lori Nelson, Executive Director, SheHeroes)
Little SheHeroes can meet Mae Jemison, the first African American women to travel in space in this inspiring biographical read-aloud about pursuing one’s dreams. For readers ages 2-6 or for girls at any age who have been told, “No, that’s not for girls.”
(Julie Allen, MA, Educator, Writer, SheHeroes Board Member)
With so many misperceptions about the Women’s Health Initiative study about hormone replacement therapy, Avrum Bluming MD (oncologist) and Carol Tavris, PhD, cover the problems with the study. For example, the average age of women starting HRT was 63, and we now know you need to start within 10 years of menopause onset. As well, the medication they used is no longer the standard; it’s old and has more side effects and dangers.
This book is a must read for anyone who is around menopause +/- 10 years and who cares about women’s health. (Sophia Yen, MD MPH, post menopausal woman, women’s health specialist)
This book is our first book club selection, and for good reason. Cindie’s stories of being one of the first female fire fighters is a riveting and juicy read from start to finish. She started out modeling and taking dead end jobs until fire fighting captivated her life and launched her career. Ultimately she would rise to captain and serve for decades, one of the first females to do so. Cindie’s leadership advice and empowering message will inspire young women everywhere! (Lori Nelson, Executive Director, SheHeroes)
