20 Best Books For Young Women (2023 Update)

The diary as anne frank wrote it. at last, in a new translation, this definitive edition contains entries about anne's burgeoning sexuality and confrontations with her mother that were cut from previous editions. anne frank's "the diary of a young girl" is among the most enduring documents of the twentieth century. since its publication in 1947, it has been a beloved and deeply admired monument to the indestructible nature of the human spirit, read by millions of people and translated into more than fifty-five languages. doubleday, which published the first english translation of the diary in 1952, now offers a new translation that captures anne's youthful spirit and restores the original material omitted by anne's father, otto — approximately thirty percent of the diary. the elder frank excised details about anne's emerging sexuality, and about the often-stormy relations between anne and her mother. anne frank and her family, fleeing the horrors of nazi occupation forces, hid in the back of an amsterdam office building for two years. this is anne's record of that time. she was thirteen when the family went into the "secret annex," and in these pages, she grows to be a young woman and proves to be an insightful observer of human nature as well. a timeless story discovered by each new generation, "the diary of a young girl" stands without peer. for young readers and adults, it continues to bring to life this young woman, who for a time survived the worst horrors the modern world had seen — and who remained triumphantly and heartbreakingly human throughout her ordeal.

A group of young women from smith college risk their lives in france at the height of world war i in this sweeping novel based on a true story–a skillful blend of call the midwife and the alice network–from new york times bestselling author lauren willig.a scholarship girl from brooklyn, kate moran thought she found a place among smith's mayflower descendants, only to have her illusions dashed the summer after graduation. when charismatic alumna betsy rutherford delivers a rousing speech at the smith college club in april of 1917, looking for volunteers to help french civilians decimated by the german war machine, kate is too busy earning her living to even think of taking up the call. but when her former best friend emmeline van alden reaches out and begs her to take the place of a girl who had to drop out, kate reluctantly agrees to join the new smith college relief unit.four months later, kate and seventeen other smithies, including two trailblazing female doctors, set sail for france. the volunteers are armed with money, supplies, and good intentions–all of which immediately go astray. the chateau that was to be their headquarters is a half-burnt ruin. the villagers they meet are in desperate straits: women and children huddling in damp cellars, their crops destroyed and their wells poisoned. despite constant shelling from the germans, french bureaucracy, and the threat of being ousted by the british army, the smith volunteers bring welcome aid–and hope–to the region. but can they survive their own differences? as they cope with the hardships and terrors of the war, kate and her colleagues find themselves navigating old rivalries and new betrayals which threaten the very existence of the unit.with the germans threatening to break through the lines, can the smith unit pull together and be truly a band of sisters?

After nearly two years separated, she is elated that for once, time is on their side, and she immediately says yes when atlas asks her on a date. but her excitement is quickly hampered by the knowledge that, though they are no longer married, ryle is still very much a part of her life—and atlas corrigan is the one man he will hate being in his ex-wife and daughter’s life. revealing more about atlas’s past and following lily as she embraces a second chance at true love while navigating a jealous ex-husband, it proves that “no one delivers an emotional read like colleen hoover” (anna todd, new york times bestselling author).

New york times bestseller – for readers of the nightingale and sarah's key, inspired by the life of a real world war ii heroine, this remarkable debut novel reveals the power of unsung women to change history in their quest for love, freedom, and second chances. new york socialite caroline ferriday has her hands full with her post at the french consulate and a new love on the horizon. but caroline's world is forever changed when hitler's army invades poland in september 1939–and then sets its sights on france. an ocean away from caroline, kasia kuzmerick, a polish teenager, senses her carefree youth disappearing as she is drawn deeper into her role as courier for the underground resistance movement. in a tense atmosphere of watchful eyes and suspecting neighbors, one false move can have dire consequences. for the ambitious young german doctor, herta oberheuser, an ad for a government medical position seems her ticket out of a desolate life. once hired, though, she finds herself trapped in a male-dominated realm of nazi secrets and power. the lives of these three women are set on a collision course when the unthinkable happens and kasia is sent to ravensbr ck, the notorious nazi concentration camp for women. their stories cross continents–from new york to paris, germany, and poland–as caroline and kasia strive to bring justice to those whom history has forgotten. usa today "new and noteworthy" book – libraryreads top ten pick "harrowing . . . lilac illuminates."–people "a compelling, page-turning narrative . . . lilac girls falls squarely into the groundbreaking category of fiction that re-examines history from a fresh, female point of view. it's smart, thoughtful and also just an old-fashioned good read."–fort worth star-telegram "a powerful story for readers everywhere . . . martha hall kelly has brought readers a firsthand glimpse into one of history's most frightening memories. a novel that brings to life what these women and many others suffered. . . . i was moved to tears."–san francisco book review "extremely moving and memorable . . . this is a page-turner demonstrating the tests and triumphs civilians faced during war, complemented by kelly's vivid depiction of history and excellent characters."–publishers weekly "kelly vividly re-creates the world of ravensbr ck."–kirkus reviews"inspired by actual events and real people, martha hall kelly has woven together the stories of three women during world war ii that reveal the bravery, cowardice, and cruelty of those days. this is a part of history–women's history–that should never be forgotten."–lisa see, new york times bestselling author of china dolls "profound, unsettling, and thoroughly . . . the best book i've read all year."–jamie ford, new york times bestselling author of hotel on the corner of bitter and sweet

#1 new york times bestseller – in the propulsive debut novel from the host of the #1 true crime podcast crime junkie, a journalist uncovers her hometown’s dark secrets when she becomes obsessed with the unsolved murder of her childhood neighbor—and the disappearance of another girl twenty years later. – one of the best books of the year: pop – sugar you can’t ever know for sure what happens behind closed doors. – everyone from wakarusa, indiana, remembers the infamous case of january jacobs, who was discovered in a ditch hours after her family awoke to find her gone. margot davies was six at the time, the same age as january—and they were next-door neighbors. in the twenty years since, margot has grown up, moved away, and become a big-city journalist. but she’s always been haunted by the feeling that it could’ve been her. and the worst part is, january’s killer has never been brought to justice. – when margot returns home to help care for her uncle after he is diagnosed with early-onset dementia, she feels like she’s walked into a time capsule. wakarusa is exactly how she remembers—genial, stifled, secretive. then news breaks about five-year-old natalie clark from the next town over, who’s gone missing under circumstances eerily similar to january’s. with all the old feelings rushing back, margot vows to find natalie and to solve january’s murder once and for all. – but the police, natalie’s family, the townspeople—they all seem to be hiding something. and the deeper margot digs into natalie’s disappearance, the more resistance she encounters, and the colder january’s case feels. could january’s killer still be out there? is it the same person who took natalie? and what will it cost to finally discover what truly happened that night twenty years ago? twisty, chilling, and intense, all good people here is a searing tale that asks: what are your neighbors capable of when they think no one is watching?

From kristin hannah, the #1 new york times bestselling author of the nightingale and the great alone, comes an epic novel of love and heroism and hope, set against the backdrop of one of america's most defining eras–the great depression. texas, 1934. millions are out of work and a drought has broken the great plains. farmers are fighting to keep their land and their livelihoods as the crops are failing, the water is drying up, and dust threatens to bury them all. one of the darkest periods of the great depression, the dust bowl era, has arrived with a vengeance. in this uncertain and dangerous time, elsa martinelli–like so many of her neighbors–must make an agonizing choice: fight for the land she loves or go west, to california, in search of a better life. the four winds is an indelible portrait of america and the american dream, as seen through the eyes of one indomitable woman whose courage and sacrifice will come to define a generation.

The new york times bestseller, now available in paperback—an incredible true story of the top-secret world war ii town of oak ridge, tennessee, and the young women brought there unknowingly to help build the atomic bomb.“ the best kind of nonfiction: marvelously reported, fluidly written, and a remarkable story… as meticulous and brilliant as it is compulsively readable.” —karen abbott, author of sin in the second cityat the height of world war ii, oak ridge, tennessee, was home to 75,000 residents, and consumed more electricity than new york city, yet it was shrouded in such secrecy that it did not appear on any map. thousands of civilians, many of them young women from small towns across the u.s., were recruited to this secret city, enticed by the promise of solid wages and war-ending work. what were they actually doing there? very few knew. the purpose of this mysterious government project was kept a secret from the outside world and from the majority of the residents themselves. some wondered why, despite the constant work and round-the-clock activity in this makeshift town, did no tangible product of any kind ever seem to leave its guarded gates? the women who kept this town running would find out at the end of the war, when oak ridge’s secret was revealed and changed the world forever.drawing from the voices and experiences of the women who lived and worked in oak ridge, the girls of atomic city rescues a remarkable, forgotten chapter of world war ii from obscurity. denise kiernan captures the spirit of the times through these women: their pluck, their desire to contribute, and their enduring courage. “a phenomenal story,” and publishers weekly called it an “intimate and revealing glimpse into one of the most important scientific developments in history.”“ kiernan has amassed a deep reservoir of intimate details of what life was like for women living in the secret city… rosie, it turns out, did much more than drive rivets.” —the washington post

The beloved, #1 global bestseller by john green, author of the anthropocene reviewed and turtles all the way down“john green is one of the best writers alive.” –e. ″ –entertainment weekly#1 new york times bestseller – #1 wall street journal bestseller – #1 usa today bestseller – #1 international bestsellerdespite the tumor-shrinking medical miracle that has bought her a few years, hazel has never been anything but terminal, her final chapter inscribed upon diagnosis. but when a gorgeous plot twist named augustus waters suddenly appears at cancer kid support group, hazel’s story is about to be completely rewritten.from john green, #1 bestselling author of the anthropocene reviewed and turtles all the way down, the fault in our stars is insightful, bold, irreverent, and raw. it brilliantly explores the funny, thrilling, and tragic business of being alive and in love.

"this thoughtful advice book will guide you through the next steps of growing up. with illustrations and expert contributors, this book covers new questions about periods, your growing body, peer pressure, personal care, and more! cara natterson for girls 10 and up, the care & keeping of you 2 follows up the original bestseller with even more in-depth details about the physical and emotional changes you're going through"–

You have been lied to! have you been deceived? through a nationwide survey and in-depth discussion groups, nancy and dannah have listened carefully to the heart of your generation. and here are some things they've heard: "i know god should be the only thing that satisfies, but if it could be him and my friends, then i could be happy."" it seems like i have been struggling with depression forever. i always feel like i am not good enough."" i tell myself that i don't really listen to the song lyrics, but once i hear a song a few times and start thinking about what they're saying i realize that it's too late. it's already stuck in my head." "for me, the whole wife and mom thing is overrated. it isn't cool to want a husband and a family." maybe you can identify. trying to listen to the right voices can be difficult. this book has been written by friends who will help you find the truth. maybe your heart is telling you that some things in your life are way off course. certain habits and relationships have left you confused and lonely. this is not the way it's supposed to be.in this book, nancy and dannah expose 25 of the lies most commonly believed by your generation. they share real-life accounts from some of the young women they interviewed, along with honest stories about how they've overcome lies they themselves believed . they get down in the trenches of the battle with you. best of all, they'll show you how to be set free by the truth.

"page after page reveals an unreal world. . . . socialites in their mansions, film stars by their pools. . . . aarons earned the trust of the very rich–jackie kennedy, princess grace of monaco, imelda marcos–and the very famous–cary grant, marilyn monroe, errol flynn–as well as a passing parade of young women at play on yachts, at exclusive beach resorts or in their expensive homes." –the guardian slim aarons: women explores the central subject of slim aarons's career–the extraordinary women from the upper echelons of high society, the arts, fashion, and hollywood. the book presents the women who most influenced aarons's life and work–and the other remarkable personalities he photographed along the way–including audrey hepburn, the duchess of windsor, diana vreeland, esther williams, marianne faithful, and marlene dietrich, all featured in unforgettable photographs. the collection contains more than 250 images, the majority of which have not appeared in previous books, along with detailed captions written by one of aarons's closest colleagues, laura hawk. hawk writes in her introduction, "slim's visual narratives give us an intime glimpse into the world of the upper classes and their rituals in the pursuit of leisure. that his half century of work continues to captivate successive generations of admirers–and that this is the fifth book published of his photography–reveals not only a yearning for an irretrievable time gone by but also a universal fascination with the seeming forbidden worlds of wealth and privilege." showcasing beautiful women at their most glamorous in some of the most dazzling locations across the globe, slim aarons: women is a fresh look at the acclaimed photographer through the muses who inspired his most incredible photographs.

The latest installment in the new york times bestselling good night stories for rebel girls series, featuring 100 barrier-breaking black women and girls who showcase the spirit of black girl magic.good night stories for rebel girls: 100 real-life tales of black girl magic, edited by award-winning journalist lilly workneh with a foreword by #blackgirlmagic originator cashawn thompson, is dedicated to amplifying and celebrating the stories of black women and girls from around the world; features the work of over 60 black female and non-binary authors, illustrators, and editors; is designed to acknowledge, applaud, and amplify the incredible stories of black women and girls from the past and present; and celebrates black girl magic around the world. amongst the women featured from over 30 countries are tennis player naomi osaka, astronaut jeanette epps, author toni morrison, filmmaker ava duvernay; aviator bessie coleman, empress taytu betul, journalist ida b. wells, and many other inspiring leaders, champions, innovators, and creators. good night stories for rebel girls: 100 real-life tales of black girl magic is the fourth volume of the new york times bestselling good night stories for rebel girls series which originally launched in 2016. good night stories for rebel girls: 100 real-life tales of black girl magic is published by rebel girls, a global, multi-platform empowerment brand dedicated to helping raise the most inspired and confident global generation of girls through content, experiences, products, and community. about black girl magic cashawn thompson, a proud third-generation native of washington, dc, came up with the concept “black girls are magic” when she was a little girl growing up with her mother, grandmother, and aunts. it sprang forth fully formed from the mind of a poor little black girl who didn’t yet have the words to describe the brilliance she saw in the women in her family, but had heard countless tales of fairies, witches, and magicians. it was just magic to her. and it still is. black girls are magic became wildly popular in 2013 after cashawn began using the phrase online (it was later shortened to the hashtag #blackgirlmagic) to uplift and praise the accomplishments, beauty, and other amazing qualities of black women.

A new novel from lisa see, the new york times bestselling author of the tea girl of hummingbird lane, about female friendship and family secrets on a small korean island.mi-ja and young-sook, two girls living on the korean island of jeju, are best friends that come from very different backgrounds. when they are old enough, they begin working in the sea with their village’s all-female diving collective, led by young-sook’s mother. as the girls take up their positions as baby divers, they know they are beginning a life of excitement and responsibility but also danger. despite their love for each other, mi-ja and young-sook’s differences are impossible to ignore. the island of sea women is an epoch set over many decades, beginning during a period of japanese colonialism in the 1930s and 1940s, followed by world war ii, the korean war and its aftermath, through the era of cell phones and wet suits for the women divers. throughout this time, the residents of jeju find themselves caught between warring empires. mi-ja is the daughter of a japanese collaborator, and she will forever be marked by this association. young-sook was born into a long line of haenyeo and will inherit her mother’s position leading the divers in their village. little do the two friends know that after surviving hundreds of dives and developing the closest of bonds, forces outside their control will push their friendship to the breaking point. this beautiful, thoughtful novel illuminates a world turned upside down, one where the women are in charge, engaging in dangerous physical work, and the men take care of the children. a classic lisa see story—one of women’s friendships and the larger forces that shape them—the island of sea women introduces readers to the fierce and unforgettable female divers of jeju island and the dramatic history that shaped their lives.

Lee child says it’s “stunning certain to be a book of the year.” kathy reichs calls it “extraordinary, a major achievement.” jeffery deaver says that “fiction doesn't get any better than this.” gillian flynn says of karin slaughter: “i’d follow her anywhere.” see for yourself what these #1 new york times-bestselling authors are talking about. sisters. strangers. survivors. more than twenty years ago, claire and lydia’s teenaged sister julia vanished without a trace. the two women have not spoken since, and now their lives could not be more different. claire is the glamorous trophy wife of an atlanta millionaire. lydia, a single mother, dates an ex-con and struggles to make ends meet. but neither has recovered from the horror and heartbreak of their shared loss, a devastating wound that's cruelly ripped open when claire's husband is killed. the disappearance of a teenage girl and the murder of a middle-aged man, almost a quarter-century apart: what could connect them? forming a wary truce, the surviving sisters look to the past to find the truth, unearthing the secrets that destroyed their family all those years ago and uncovering the possibility of redemption, and revenge, where they least expect it. powerful, poignant, and utterly gripping, packed with indelible characters and unforgettable twists, pretty girls is a masterful novel from one of the finest writers working today.

Speaker, writer, and producer trey anthony breaks it down, giving black women a relatable voice and personalized "keeping it real" to-do list on how to practice self-love and self-care. – therapy is not just for white women-no matter what your momma told you! after a lifetime of never truly relating to the personal development experts because of the color of her skin, trey anthony has written the book she needed to read as a black woman trying to navigate a world filled with unique challenges that often acts like she doesn't exist. – on the outside trey anthony was the overachieving, reliable, and strong black woman she was raised to be, but on the inside the pressure of sacrificing her own needs to please others was building. when her grandmother and mother raised her strong, they also unknowingly taught her that self-love and expressing emotions were weak, creating an unhealthy dynamic that had trey facing burnout and rock bottom. – in black girl in love (with herself), trey breaks down the lessons and tools that she used to heal her life, including how to:set clear and healthy boundaries-even with the people who raised you – quit being the family atmsort out who is a real friend, and who is just there for parties and gossip – confront microaggressions at work without missing a beat – forget who black women are "supposed" to be – and fall in love with yourself!

A new york times bestseller * a washington post 10 books to read in march * one of cosmopolitan's best books by poc for 2019 * a refinery 29 best book of the month * a the millions most anticipated books of 2019 'a love letter to storytelling' new york times 'a nuanced look at the power of shame to shatter lives and send shards of pain hurtling down the generations . . . brilliant' big issue 'enthralling' image magazine * * * * * three generations of palestinian-american women living in brooklyn are torn between individual desire and the strict mores of arab culture in this heart-wrenching story of love, intrigue and courage. palestine, 1990. seventeen-year-old isra prefers reading books to entertaining the suitors her father has chosen for her. over the course of a week, the naïve and dreamy girl finds herself quickly betrothed and married, and is soon living in brooklyn. there isra struggles to adapt to the expectations of her oppressive mother-in-law fareeda and strange new husband adam, a pressure that intensifies as she begins to have children – four daughters instead of the sons fareeda tells isra she must bear. brooklyn, 2008. eighteen-year-old deya, isra's oldest daughter, must meet with potential husbands at her grandmother fareeda's insistence, though her only desire is to go to college. but her grandmother is firm on the matter: the only way to secure a worthy future for deya is through marriage to the right man. but fate has a will of its own, and soon deya will find herself on an unexpected path that leads her to shocking truths about her family… set in an america at once foreign to many and staggeringly close at hand, a woman is no man is a story of culture and honour, secrets and betrayals, love and violence.

A new york times bestseller * a washington post 10 books to read in march * one of cosmopolitan's best books by poc for 2019 * a refinery 29 best book of the month * a the millions most anticipated books of 2019 'a love letter to storytelling' new york times 'a nuanced look at the power of shame to shatter lives and send shards of pain hurtling down the generations . . . brilliant' big issue 'enthralling' image magazine * * * * * three generations of palestinian-american women living in brooklyn are torn between individual desire and the strict mores of arab culture in this heart-wrenching story of love, intrigue and courage. palestine, 1990. seventeen-year-old isra prefers reading books to entertaining the suitors her father has chosen for her. over the course of a week, the naïve and dreamy girl finds herself quickly betrothed and married, and is soon living in brooklyn. there isra struggles to adapt to the expectations of her oppressive mother-in-law fareeda and strange new husband adam, a pressure that intensifies as she begins to have children – four daughters instead of the sons fareeda tells isra she must bear. brooklyn, 2008. eighteen-year-old deya, isra's oldest daughter, must meet with potential husbands at her grandmother fareeda's insistence, though her only desire is to go to college. but her grandmother is firm on the matter: the only way to secure a worthy future for deya is through marriage to the right man. but fate has a will of its own, and soon deya will find herself on an unexpected path that leads her to shocking truths about her family… set in an america at once foreign to many and staggeringly close at hand, a woman is no man is a story of culture and honour, secrets and betrayals, love and violence.

This is the bible that helps young women love god greatly with their lives using an easy system for applying god's word and encouragement from women of faith, past and present. – how do you, as a young woman, learn to love god and others well in this crazy, upside-down world? there is no better way than through god's word. the young women love god greatly bible uses the proven soap bible study framework–scripture, observation, application, and prayer–to create the path for daily, personal interaction with the bible and the god who loves you. combined with devotions, profiles of biblical and historical women, personal testimonies from women around the world, and mentor letters to guide you through life's challenges and questions, this bible provides a safe and encouraging community-like experience to grow in your faith and navigate life through the truth of the word. – features include: book introductions & memory verses for each book of the bible50 reading plans for reading through scripture with daily readings using the soap method10 topical reading plans around life's issues, such as fear and anxiety, truth and lies, and friendship25 letters from a mentor offer instruction, encouragement, and love from a seasoned woman of faith25 heroes of the bible features profile women who followed god at different times and circumstances25 heroes of the past articles highlight women throughout the history of the church who made a difference for god's kingdom100 devotions for encouragement and teaching deeper insights about god's word66 personal testimonies shared by women from around the world – reflection questions, challenges, and journaling space in the wide margins next to the scripture text10 maps paint a visual picture of the biblical geography in the old and new testaments10 detailed timelines display historical events of israel, the life of jesus, and the early church – clear and readable net comfort print in 9.5-point print size

From rupi kaur, the #1 new york times bestselling author of milk and honey comes her long-awaited second collection of poetry. a vibrant and transcendent journey about growth and healing. ancestry and honoring ones roots. expatriation and rising up to find a home within yourself. divided into five chapters and illustrated by kaur, the sun and her flowers is a journey of wilting, falling, rooting, rising, and blooming. a celebration of love in all its forms. about the author: rupi kaur is a #1 new york times bestselling author and illustrator of two collections of poetry. she started drawing at the age of five when her mother handed her a paintbrush and saiddraw your heart out. rupi views her life as an exploration of that artistic journey. after completing her degree in rhetoric and professional writing, she published her first collection of poems, milk and honey, in 2015, which quickly became an international bestseller. it graced the new york times bestseller list for over a year, selling over 1.5 million copies. milk and honey has been translated into over 23 languages. her long-awaited untitled second collection continues her exploration with themes of love, loss, trauma, healing, and femininity. along with writing and illustrating, rupi has performed her poetry across the world. her photography and art direction are warmly embraced and her poetry and prose are breaking international boundaries.

From rupi kaur, the #1 new york times bestselling author of milk and honey comes her long-awaited second collection of poetry. a vibrant and transcendent journey about growth and healing. ancestry and honoring ones roots. expatriation and rising up to find a home within yourself. divided into five chapters and illustrated by kaur, the sun and her flowers is a journey of wilting, falling, rooting, rising, and blooming. a celebration of love in all its forms. about the author: rupi kaur is a #1 new york times bestselling author and illustrator of two collections of poetry. she started drawing at the age of five when her mother handed her a paintbrush and saiddraw your heart out. rupi views her life as an exploration of that artistic journey. after completing her degree in rhetoric and professional writing, she published her first collection of poems, milk and honey, in 2015, which quickly became an international bestseller. it graced the new york times bestseller list for over a year, selling over 1.5 million copies. milk and honey has been translated into over 23 languages. her long-awaited untitled second collection continues her exploration with themes of love, loss, trauma, healing, and femininity. along with writing and illustrating, rupi has performed her poetry across the world. her photography and art direction are warmly embraced and her poetry and prose are breaking international boundaries.