Born Reading: 20 Stories of Women Reading Their Way into History

Girls Who Read Change History is an illustrated middle-grade collection of twenty biographies that showcase how childhood reading habits empowered influential women to change the world. The women featured are from different backgrounds and time periods, including Cleopatra, Audre Lorde, and Taylor Swift, and have made significant contributions in STEM, literature, politics, sports, and more. Despite challenges such as forbidden reading or difficulty, they all found reading to be empowering and life-changing.

Format: Hardback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 31 August 2023
Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Once upon a time, books ignited the flames of knowledge within young girls, propelling them to rewrite the course of history. Within this captivating and enlightening illustrated middle-grade anthology, discover the profound essence of reading that nurtured the remarkable achievements of some of the world's most influential women.

What unites Cleopatra, Audre Lorde, and Taylor Swift, among countless other remarkable figures? Their unwavering passion for reading. This captivating collection of concise biographies unveils the captivating narratives of twenty groundbreaking women, shedding light on how their early encounters with books bestowed upon them the extraordinary power to shape the world. Spanning across centuries and diverse backgrounds, these women, from Cleopatra to Sally Ride to Amanda Gorman, have left an indelible mark on fields ranging from STEM to literature, politics, sports, and beyond.

What sets these women apart is their innate ability to read, a skill that was either forbidden or challenged for some. Yet, they defied the odds, embracing the transformative power of books and nurturing their love for reading. Some found solace in books as a means of escape from challenging realities, while others embraced the challenge of mastering the art of reading and growing to cherish it. Regardless of their individual journeys, reading became a source of empowerment for all these remarkable women.

Through their stories, this anthology serves as a testament to the profound impact of books on shaping the lives and destinies of young girls. It encourages readers to explore the vast realm of literature, discover new worlds, and unlock the boundless potential within themselves. As we embark on this literary journey, let us be reminded that the power of words can ignite change, inspire generations, and pave the way for a brighter future.

Weight: 744g
Dimension: 254 x 203 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781665917988