Books for Empowered Women

If you want books that shift how you show up in life, not just inspire you for a moment, this list is for you. Each title here speaks to empowerment from a different angle: truth, self-worth, intuition, self-care, and the power of anger.

Untamed by Glennon Doyle

 This memoir is all about breaking free from the expectations placed on   women and choosing a life that feels authentic. Doyle’s stories give you   permission to stop people-pleasing and start trusting your inner voice.   

 

 Read it for: courage to make bold choices that honour who you really are.

Radical Self-Love by Gala Darling

Part pep talk, part practical guide. Gala Darling shares personal stories and   exercises that help you break free from self-criticism and build self-worth   day by day.

 Read it for: learning how to silence negative self-talk and embrace   confidence.

Rise Sister Rise by Rebecca Campbell

This book calls you back to your intuition and feminine wisdom. It reads like   a guidebook for reconnecting with yourself and embracing your inner   strength.

Read it for: spiritual empowerment and reframing sensitivity as a source of   power.

The Ultimate Glow Up Guide by Elicia Goguen

A fresh take on the idea of a glow up, this book focuses on both inner and   outer growth. It blends mindset, self-care, and small habit changes to help   you step into your best self.

 Read it for: practical steps that boost confidence and create lasting change.

Rage Becomes Her: The Power of Women’s Anger by Soraya Chemaly

This is a powerful exploration of women’s anger as a tool for clarity, boundaries, and change. Chemaly shows how anger has been suppressed and   why reclaiming it matters.

 Read it for: turning frustration into fuel for empowerment and action.

Final Thoughts

These five books cover the full spectrum of empowerment. Some focus on the inner journey, others on practical change, and one on embracing emotions often seen as taboo. Together, they remind you that empowerment looks different for everyone, but it always begins with owning your truth.

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