Best Women Author Recommendations

“The person, be it gentleman or lady, who has not pleasure in a good novel, must be intolerably stupid.” ―Jane Austen, Northanger Abbey

Follow your favorite fiery literary heroine through eight books that are as heartfelt as they are light-hearted. 

The Anne of Green Gables author led a far less idyllic life than her famous characters.

Settle in for dramatic storytelling.

"Luxury has never appealed to me, I like simple things, books, being alone, or with somebody who understands.” ―Daphne du Maurier

Settle in for serious sagas.

Our favorite recommended reads for fans of Harper Lee's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel.

Everyone's favorite Marxist-feminist, “first great millennial” author. 

A journey through the work of Alice Walker.

A mix of novels that will pull you in and hook you until the very end.

“Oh I know the whole world prefers a woman who doesn't know her power, but I'm sick of all that.” ―Taylor Jenkins Reid

The writer who shaped the young adult genre.

Beat the heat with these bone-chilling reads.

“A fearless teller of truths."

Her depictions of race, religion, and history are uniquely poignant and informative.

Taking girl boss to a whole new level. 

Immerse yourself in the world of the Elm Creek Quilters.

The author of Woman on the Edge of Time was way ahead of her own.

The oft-honored author deserves a place on your shelf.

Centered around ethical dilemmas and family dramas, these novels deserve spots beside your Picoult collection.