Calling all history buffs, fiction fanatics, and everyone in between! This Women’s History Month, dive into the stories of amazing women who dared to dream big, defied expectations, and left their mark on the world.
We’ve got a fantastic selection of books waiting for you — from gripping true stories of real-life history-makers, to classic novels with unforgettable heroines, and even some thrilling adventures in fictional worlds. So, whether you’re looking for inspiration, a good laugh, or a heart-pounding read, there’s a book on this list that’s perfect for you!
Non-Fiction:
Hidden Figures: The Story of the African American Women Who Helped Win the Space Race by Margot Lee Shetterly
This captivating book tells the true story of Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson – brilliant African American mathematicians who played a crucial role in NASA’s early space missions.
I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban by Malala Yousafzai
An inspiring memoir by Malala Yousafzai, the Pakistani activist who advocated for female education and was shot by the Taliban for her bravery.
Women in Science: 50 Fearless Pioneers Who Changed the World by Rachel Ignotofsky
This beautifully illustrated book profiles 50 incredible women scientists throughout history, showcasing their groundbreaking discoveries and achievements in various scientific fields.
Goodreads: 4.45/5 stars
Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Tales of Extraordinary Women by Elena Favilli, Francesca Cavallo
This gorgeous, illustrated book features 100 bedtime stories about remarkable women from history, covering a wide range of fields and backgrounds.
Goodreads: 4.32/5 stars
Fiction:
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott
A timeless coming-of-age story that follows the March sisters during the American Civil War. The novel explores themes of family, independence, and finding your own path in life. The library also has super readable and graphic novel versions!
Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë
This gothic classic follows the journey of Jane Eyre, an independent and strong-willed young woman who overcomes a harsh childhood in an orphanage to become a governess at a mysterious manor. As she navigates the complexities of love, class, and societal expectations, Jane’s intelligence and unwavering spirit shine through. This timeless novel explores themes of self-discovery, social justice, and the power of love.
Goodreads: 4.15/5 stars (Librarian: 11/10 🔥)
The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
This dystopian young adult novel series follows Katniss Everdeen, a young woman who volunteers to take her younger sister’s place in a deadly televised competition. The series explores themes of courage, survival, and fighting for what you believe in.
Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi
A graphic novel memoir by Marjane Satrapi that chronicles her childhood growing up in Iran during the Islamic Revolution. It’s a powerful and moving story about family, resilience, and the importance of finding your voice.
Goodreads: 4.26/5 stars
Dread Nation by Justina Ireland
Set in an alternate post-Civil War America overrun by zombies, this gripping novel follows Jane McKeen, a young woman attending a prestigious military academy who must fight for survival using her knowledge and skills. And if you love this one, we have the sequel as well!
Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo
This powerful novel tells the story of two young women from different backgrounds whose lives become intertwined after a plane crash. It’s a story about resilience, sisterhood, and finding strength in unexpected places.
Goodread: 4.24/5 stars
Happy reading!
The display is looking far more contemporary and the addition of the new stock has really brightened the place up.
participate in the entirely voluntary book dare scheme ! It’s a great example for the pupils to see how many staff, across all different subject areas in the school, love reading too. And the staff really enjoy showing off their, “Ask me what I’m reading?” badges as well.And that’s not all. Also, we’re really looking forward to World Book Day in March. The tokens have just arrived ! Watch this space and we’ll tell you what we get up to all through next month.
This quirky title is an unusual mix of manga and traditional novel styles, with cartoons then followed by a chapter of writing. The story itself is great too. It’s about Julian who meets a rabbit called Chie-san who leads him to the Tokyo Ghost Cafe. There Mama-san welcomes them to this strange and unusual place, and tells them that she has found a young boy called Akira-San who has wondered into the cafe and told her that he is lost and needs to go home. Mama-san asks them to guide Akira-San home. However, this isn’t straightforward as Akira-san doesn’t quite know where home is and no-one really knows who he is. As each trip progresses, Akira-san seems to remember more and more about home along the way. However the group are met by set backs such as tigers, temples, crocodiles and snow blizzards – which stop them in their tracks. You’ll love this action packed adventure – with the unusual styles and Japanese words to learn thrown in – you won’t be able to put it down… Lochend loves it !