29 Books for Holiday Gift Giving
For National Author’s Day, we are showcasing the books of all SheVentures guests to date.🎁 We know you want to buy a fab book or two and support women-owned businesses!
Tonya Rapley is a certified financial education instructor and founder of My Fab Finance. She breaks down how to budget, save, and spend — without judgment.
Kristen Guillory, Ph.D.
Look, Stop Hiding! How to Find Your Voice and Never Dim Your Light Again
Have you ever dimmed your “light” or code-switched to fit in? Who hasn’t, right? Kristen Guillory authentically shares how she learned how to be herself in business and in her personal life — and to share that person with pride!
Marjorie Eastman
Former Army commander and intelligence officer Marjorie Eastman recalls her two tours, handling her infant son’s cancer diagnosis, and how service and gratitude are game changers.
Real talk from Asha Tarry about what you need to know to enter the real world. Though a more apt title would now be “Adulting as a Gen Z,” the ideas are the same.
$21.45 on Amazon
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Kate Isler describes climbing the ladder as a woman in male-dominated professions — and doing it sans a college degree.
Makisha Boothe
It helps to have a social media planner, like this one from Makisha Boothe. Though there are digital versions, I am still a notebook-in-hand kind of person.
Kelly Salonica Staikopoulos and Joanne Staikopoulos Marzella
If you love authentic Greek food, these recipes have been passed down through three generations in the Staikopoulos family. Looking at the bread on the cover makes us hungry!
Have you ever had a Pap and thought, “I see how lying on my back with my legs in stirrups is convenient for the doctor, but I feel exposed.” As more women enter the sex health marketplace with products and services designed FOR and BY women, more questions are being asked about this booming industry. Rachel Braun Scherl breaks it down.
$15.99 on Amazon
If you need business funding, crowdfunding sites are one option to consider. Sally Outlaw outlines how you can increase your odds.
$19.99 on Amazon
In this book, which came out of a divorced 40-year-old woman’s quest to find herself again, Jen Thoden helps you find your five colors and regain your confidence.
$26 on Amazon
Renata George has written the framework for people who want to snag a venture capital job. We need more women VCs and angels, that’s for sure!
Shannon McLay
$12.95 on Amazon
Shannon McLay knows money is an emotional topic, and holistically addresses how to manage your spending in baby steps without any jargon.
$14.95 on Amazon
If you are skeptical about traditional self-help books, you’ll want to consider giving this one by Danielle Vincent a shot.
$11 on Amazon
One mother-turned-tech entrepreneur’s story of how she created the app Momni to help lessen the childcare crisis through “caresharing.”
Iman Oubou
$19 on Amazon
Beauty pageant winner turned scientist turned entrepreneur, Iman Oubou describes the most common ways women derail themselves and how they can stop.
Jen Groover
$16 on Amazon
We bet you’ve never felt like you need more time, more energy, and greater mental clarity, right? Hardly! Jen Groover, a successful entrepreneur, explains her method to stay focused, clear, and in good health.
Erica Meltzer
$32 on Amazon
Former New York City private tutor Erica Meltzer — who scored a perfect 800 on the verbal part of her SATs wanted to provide her strategies to everyone for an affordable price.
Shonda Rhimes did this class exclusively for us! Ok, maybe not, but we are BIG fans of her television producing and directing. Love her paying it forward.
Leslie Tayne, Esq.
Life & Debt: a Fresh Approach to Achieving Financial Wellness
Attorney and debt expert Leslie Tayne is one of the most respected voices when it comes to handling your personal debt.
Kimberley Motley, Esq.
Lawless: A Lawyer's Unrelenting Fight for Justice in a War Zone
Kimberley Motley’s life could be a Netflix series. This mother of three left her job as a public defender to go to war-torn Afghanistan. Today she is an expert at navigating the complex legislation and religious law that ain’t exactly pro-women.
Cecilia Gentili
Faltas: Letters to Everyone in My Hometown Who Isn't My Rapist
If you want to understand the mountaintops and valleys of growing up trans in a conservative country, this book by trans activist Cecilia Gentili is a must read.
Roshawnna Novellus, Ph.D.
$14.99 on Amazon
You’ve likely seen Roshawnna Novellus, Ph.D. in the news for the trailblazing work she does for women of color founders. In this book, she makes it personal. Get clear about your budget so you can feel in control of your life.
$20.00 on Amazon
If you are considering entrepreneurship, this book by Vicki Saunders addresses those pesky self-limiting beliefs we all know so well. Define your core values and how you want to grow your business — on your terms.
$9.99 on Amazon
Sally Thurman vulnerably shares about the first 100 days after her husband’s death. She includes what she did for self care — and how she found light.
$15.99 on Amazon
The fifth trimester is the time when most American women return to work. Lauren Smith Brody navigates the complexities that come with any life decision.
Precious L. Williams
The Pitch Queen: A Woman's Journey From Poverty To Purpose & Profits
$21 on Amazon
If you are afraid of public speaking, Precious Williams’ book will help shift your mindset to realize your power and your inner pitch-queen.
$18 on Amazon
Sally Kalksma became a widow and learned she had cancer within a short time span. So what did she do? She became an athlete. You will be in awe.
Sara wanted to come on SheVentures, but we couldn’t fit her in. (Yeah, right!) She founded Spanx with $5,000 and two decades later became a billionaire. Total boss.
Erin Chase
$16 on Amazon
Erin Chase has a page of cookbooks on Amazon that provide inexpensive ways to cook for your family, in bulk, so you’re only left to warm up your preparations during the week.
Lauryn Williams
$15 on Amazon
Lauryn Williams is an Olympic gold medalist turned money coach who wants to help student-athletes with tough financial decisions they may not be expecting.
$12 on Amazon
Alexa Carlin went from a teenpreneur to a near-death experience, and now is an internationally recognized motivational speaker. Her relatable style makes you feel anything is possible.
Editor’s Note: This list includes women who were on Seasons 1-4 of SheVentures Podcast. We will update this list twice yearly.
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