10 Best Badass Books to Gift This Holiday
I’m making a list…I’m checking it twice…’cause badass women are naughty and nice!
It might not surprise you to learn that I give books as gifts. Birthday? Book. Graduation? Book. Promotion at work? Book. Divorce? Book. (Oh yes, I did!)
So when it comes to the holidays, my friends and family know I am giving them books, books and more books!
Here are some that are on my list to gift for this year!
In this beautifully illustrated collection honoring one hundred exceptional “feminist saints” bestselling writer Julia Pierpont and artist Manjit Thapp match short, vibrant, and surprising biographies with stunning full-color portraits of secular female “saints”: champions of strength and progress. These women broke ground, broke ceilings, and broke molds.
Renegade Women in Film and TV blends stunning illustrations, fascinating biographical profiles, and exclusive interviews with icons like Barbra Streisand, Rita Moreno, and Sigourney Weaver to celebrate the accomplishments of 50 extraordinary women throughout the history of entertainment. Each profile highlights the groundbreaking accomplishments and essential work of pioneers from the big and small screens, offering little-known facts about household names (Lucille Ball, Oprah Winfrey, Nora Ephron) and crucial introductions to overlooked pioneers (Alla Nazimova, Anna May Wong, Frances Marion). From 19th century iconoclast Alice Guy Blaché to 21st century trailblazer Ava DuVernay,
Renegade Women honors the women who succeeded against all odds, changing their industry in front of the camera and behind the scenes.
This visually stunning book is filled with Jade Purple Brown's custom illustrated typography, alongside her bold, colorful illustrations of women, nature, and more. It’s a smart, positive, empowering collection of 50 illustrated quotes by 50 inspiring women.
For Lady Gaga, kindness is the driving force behind everything she says and does. She has always believed in the importance of being yourself, being kind to yourself, and being kind to others, no matter who they are or where they come from.
Within these pages, you’ll meet young changemakers who found their inner strength, who prevailed in the face of bullies, and started their own social movements. Individually and collectively, these stories prove that kindness is transformational, and its never-ending ripples result in even more kind acts that can change our lives, our communities, and our world.
Revered as much for her fierce spirit as she is for her art, Frida Kahlo stands today as a brazen symbol of daring creativity. She was a woman ahead of her time whose paintings have earned her generations of admirers around the globe. But perhaps her greatest work of art was her own life.
In this charming read, author Arianna Davis conjures Frida's brave spirit, encouraging women to persevere, to create fearlessly, and to stand by their own truths.
When life gets in the way, it's easy to forget to take care of yourself. This book is a much-needed reminder that nobody is perfect and that you deserve kindness—even (especially!) on stormy days. In her trademark style, Stacie Swift shares sunny artwork, self-care wisdom, and prompts to add your own reflections. We all lose our sparkle now and then. This sage little book can help you get it back.
The perfect mix of punny humor, feminist verve, and practical instruction, Women's Libation! is a cocktail guide for the lady who likes to shake things up (and not just her martinis). In it, Brooklyn-based illustrator and long-time bartender Merrily Grashin toasts the feminist heroes who've come before us and the social movements that have helped shape us, honoring each with a delicious, imaginative cocktail.
Featuring 75 recipes that even the novice bartender can make at home, Women's Libation! is the perfect host gift to share at a party or to give to a feminist friend in need of some cheer.
Celebrated illustrator and author Ann Shen shares her striking study of history's most iconic styles, and the women who changed the world while wearing them.
From the revolutionary bikini to the presidential pantsuit, this book explores 50 fashions through bold paintings and insightful anecdotes that empower readers to make their own fashion statements.
A spirited homage to Dolly Parton that captures the unique humor, no-nonsense wisdom, flash, and sass of one of America's most iconic stars, this lively, illustrated book--part biography, part inspiration, part words of wisdom and life lessons--highlights the very best of the Dolly. What Would Dolly Do? shows you how to tap into your Inner Dolly with confidence, faith, and humor.
For anyone who has ever had trouble staying motivated while trailblazing towards badassery, You Are a Badass Every Day is the companion to keep you fresh, grateful, mighty, and driven. In one hundred exercises, reflections, and cues that you can use to immediately realign your mind and keep your focus unwavering, You Are A Badass Every Day is the accountability buddy you can keep in your back pocket to power through obstacles, overcome the doubts that hold you back from greatness, and keep the fires of determination roaring while you reach your goals.
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