This Women’s History Month, THP’s book team is celebrating books that feature strong and inspiring women! These three memoirs tell the stories of politicians, professional sports players, and activists who stood up for what they believed in against all odds. They’re must-reads this month, and all year round!
Content warning: The Honey POP encourages mindful reading and checking the author’s website for content warnings.
Lovely One (Adapted For Young Adults) By Ketanji Brown Jackson
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson tells the story of how she worked hard to achieve her dreams in Lovely One. From the setbacks and social isolation she encountered, being one of the few Black kids at her high school, and the imposter syndrome she experienced at Harvard University. Justice Ketanji’s determination to achieve her goals is empowering for women everywhere!
Order Lovely One here!
Content Warnings: racism, sexism, death, ableism, cancer, mention of bullying
Defying China: A Memoir By Tsultrim Dolma & Rebecca Wei Hsieh
Our next Women’s History Month book is Defying China! This memoir follows a Tibetan teen activist, Tsultrim, who, under an oppressive Chinese occupation, received no education and was financially struggling. As she grew older, Tsultrim found and joined protests for the Tibetan independence movement and its liberation from the People’s Republic of China. After being arrested, she is sent to a detention centee known for its cruel torture methods. Read this book to follow Tsultrim’s journey as she stands up for her political beliefs and freedoms, and her experience after being released and then escaping to the United States. Defying China is a story of bravery, determination, and courage that we can’t help but be inspired by.
Order Defying China: A Memoir here!
Content Warnings: confinement, SA, torture
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT REBECCA WEI HSIEH:
INSTAGRAM | TWITTER | WEBSITE
Coming Home (Adapted For Young Adults) By Brittney Griner With Michelle Burford
Our last Women’s History Month book rec is Coming Home! It follows Brittney Griner, a WNBA player who was arrested in Moscow after carrying medically prescribed hash oil while travelling to play for the Russian women’s basketball team. In this book, Brittney tells the story of how she was suddenly under arrest and trying to understand a foreign legal system. She talks in depth about her experience in a Russian penal colony and her eventual release during a prisoner swap. However, she not only talks about her pain, but also about how the love of her wife, Cherelle, allowed her to stay strong. It truly showcases how much love and support can help us through our darkest times.
Order Coming Home (Adapted for Young Adults) here!
Content Warnings: confinement, homophobia, racism, suicidal thoughts, violence
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT BRITTNEY GRINER:
INSTAGRAM | THREADS | YOUTUBE
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT MICHELLE BURFORD:
FACEBOOK | TWITTER | WEBSITE
We hope you enjoyed our book recommendations for Women’s History Month! What books are you reading to celebrate? Let us know in the comments below or by tweeting us @TheHoneyPop! You can also visit us on Facebook and Instagram!
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