"Essential feminist literature for empowering perspectives on gender equality"

Discover an array of empowering feminist literature across fiction, non-fiction, classics, and poetry, amplifying voices and igniting change.

Fiction:

“The Women” by Kristin Hannah portrays Frankie’s transformative journey as she joins the Army Nurses Corps during the Vietnam War.
“The Women Could Fly” by Megan Giddings delves into a speculative world where single women face scrutiny for their magical abilities.
“Stone Blind” by Natalie Haynes unveils Medusa’s story of transformation and resilience as the only mortal in a family of gods.
“Bright Young Women” by Jessica Knoll intertwines sorority president Pamela’s story with a crime investigation, giving voice to the victims.
“The Mercies” by Kiran Millwood Hargrave portrays a remote Norwegian island’s transformation into a community of resilient women.
“The Maiden” by Kate Foster reimagines Lady Christian’s trial for murder in 1679 Edinburgh, challenging historical narratives.
“One of the Good Guys” by Araminta Hall follows Cole and Lennie’s lives intersecting amidst a police investigation, revealing hidden truths.
“The Red Tent” by Anita Diamant narrates Dinah’s journey through ancient womanhood, love, and betrayal in the biblical era.
“Mrs Porter Calling” by AJ Pearce explores Emmy Lake’s experiences as an agony aunt during World War II, navigating love and loss.
“Of Women and Salt” by Gabriela Garcia traces Latina women’s stories across generations, defying silences and boundaries.
“Breasts and Eggs” by Mieko Kawakami offers a poignant portrayal of contemporary womanhood in Japan, exploring relationships and resilience.

Non-Fiction:

“The Women” by Kristin Hannah
“The Women Could Fly” by Megan Giddings
“Stone Blind” by Natalie Haynes
“Bright Young Women” by Jessica Knoll
“The Mercies” by Kiran Millwood Hargrave
“The Maiden” by Kate Foster
“One of the Good Guys” by Araminta Hall
“The Red Tent” by Anita Diamant
“Mrs Porter Calling” by AJ Pearce
“Of Women and Salt” by Gabriela Garcia
“Breasts and Eggs” by Mieko Kawakami

These powerful narratives, both fiction and non-fiction, resonate with the spirit of feminist empowerment, urging readers to raise their voices and advocate for change.

Re-reported from the article originally published in Pan Macmillan.