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Emma Watson's Picks
Actress and UN Women Goodwill Ambassador. Founded the feminist book club Our Shared Shelf, championing diverse voices.

Just Kids
A poignant memoir of art, friendship, and the early years of punk rock.
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My Life on the Road
A travelogue of a life spent in activism and the feminist movement.
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The Argonauts
A genre-defying memoir about family, motherhood, and queer identity.
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Persepolis
A graphic memoir of growing up during the Islamic Revolution in Iran.
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Beloved
A profound exploration of the trauma of slavery.
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The Color Purple
A classic story of sisterhood and survival.
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Why I'm No Longer Talking to White People About Race
A timely and essential look at institutional racism.
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The Handmaid's Tale
A chillingly relevant dystopian novel about a patriarchal society.
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Little Women
The beloved story of the four March sisters' journey into adulthood.
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Mom & Me & Mom
A moving account of Angelou's reconciliation with her mother.
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