memoirs

The memoir: a genre that was once the ugly stepchild of literary tradition is now celebrated enough to be included as a stand-alone in university curriculum and has garnered respect of myriad critics. Check out my personal list of worthy offerings that uplift the spirit and remind readers to follow their wildest dreams without traipsing down the slippery slope of self-help. So, without further adieu, here is a collection of memoirs by female authors that every woman should read at least once.