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It’s been a minute since we lifted up a Badass Woman of the Week, but I think you’ll agree with this choice: Sarah Inama, an Idaho teacher is in a standoff with her own school district after officials ordered her to remove classroom signs, including one that reads, “Everyone is welcome here.”&nb
Frances Perkins was the first woman to serve in a presidential cabinet, the longest-serving Labor Secretary, and an architect of the New Deal. Yet beyond these celebrated accomplishments there is another dimension to Frances Perkins’s story. Without fanfare, and despite powerful opposition, Perkins
New Orleans knows how to throw a party, and hosting Super Bowl LIX was no exception! On February 9, 2025, the city once again proved why it’s one of the best Super Bowl hosts in history! But if you think the celebrations stop there, think again—because it’s almost time for the biggest show of all:
How are you enjoying this month’s book? I have heard from several of you that it is HEAVY. Especially with everything going on right now. That being said, what are some hopeful messages you are taking from it? Simply respond to this email and let me know! There are so many new releases o
Ready for a trip that’s equal parts sparkle, sass, and soul? If you’re a fan of bold stories, unapologetic style, and the one-and-only Queen of Too Much , Dolly Parton, then I’ve got the perfect Nashville guide for you. In case we haven’t met yet—I’m Gina, founder of the Badass Women’s Book Club
We’ve got you covered with what all the badass women reading, watching, and listening to this month! Hard to believe it was just four years ago that Amanda Gorman took the stage at the Inauguration and blew us all away with her inspiring words and delivery. She has a new book out, continuing her
Ina Garten's memoir offers an intimate and inspiring account of her remarkable journey, revealing the hard work, bold choices, and meticulous attention to detail behind her success. In her signature engaging style, Ina shares personal stories of challenges, adventures, and surprising career shifts.
How’s that holiday shopping going? You do know books are always a great gift, right? Here are some special picks I highly recommend for any badass woman on your holiday shopping list! Starting with -> books + badass women authors + cocktails? A perfect combo!
So last week wasn’t all bad news. Jo Piazza, one of our favorite Badass Women’s Book Club authors, has just had her tradwife murder mystery picked up for publication! If you follow Jo online, you know she has spent a lot of time diving deep into the rise and influence of tradwives. About this book,
I have seen a lot of conversations on the internet about the power right now of being in community with others. That combined with a lot of new followers on my Badass Women’s Book Club account has me thinking that it might be time to resurrect an effort to encourage more women to start their own Bad
Whether you’re ready for Kathleen Kelly Fall or already leaning into spooky season, I’ve got the book recs for you –> a new Nora Ephron visual beauty, two highly-anticipated thrillers, a new release from the host of The Lazy Genius podcast, a daily inspiration book to help us manage our peace
As we move into the busiest publication time of the year, I’ve pulled together for you a curated collection of the best badass books coming out this month! Plus, I’ve got new (and returning!) shows and more - all FOR badass women, BY badass women!
July is almost here and that means we have about ten more weeks of summer left! What if you committed to doing one thing every week to make your life a little more badass? Check out these suggestions! Give another badass woman a compliment. Have you heard of Shine Theory? Che
How do we get out of our own way? With personal stories and research-based insights multi-hyphenate Emma Gannon explores her own relationship with self-sabotage and presents a quick, meaningful guide to help you recognize your own forms of self doubt, identify w
It’s that time of year again! I’ve pulled together twelve new releases that I think will make for great summer reading! All are fiction, and a mix of thriller, light romance, and just general entertainment. Some new authors, some familiar names. But all FOR badass women, BY badass women! Enjoy!
Historical fiction is having a moment right now and there are several new releases worth checking out! Have you watched Hulu’s We Were the Lucky Ones? I’ve been saving it to watch with my daughter since learning the author of the book it’s based on graduated from her university.&
There is something about the allure of a new book – it’s so hard to resist! But, what about when you love a new book so much that it has you looking for more by the same author? I was having that discussion (online) earlier on this week about Missing White Woman , the new release from a
It's like rain on your wedding day It's a free ride when you've already paid It's the good advice that you just didn't take And who would've thought, it figures. Yes, just like Alanis Morissette told us, it’s ironic. (Technically, it’s a series of unfortunate events, not ironic events. But th
I was talking to a friend the other day about how I loved “double dipping”. No, not the George Costanza “double dipping” – I mean where I watch a show and then I listen to a podcast about it. For the record, my husband does not understand this at all. He especially doesn’t understand how I read an e
It creeps up on you without warning—perhaps while chatting with a friend, scrolling through social media, or even just while walking down the street. All it takes is the hint of someone doing or having something you perceive as "better" than you, and it hits. A feeling
Let me say: I really liked this book! I think this is an issue that many people (including me!) struggle with, so I appreciated some of the practical (science-based!) strategies offered. Mostly I appreciate the concept: treating speaking positively to yourself as something you have to prac
Happy Women’s History Month! Beyonce understood the assignment! Time to check out what else all the badass women are reading, watching, and listening to this month! If you enjoyed this month’s earlier newsletter featuring books about women you didn’t read about in history class, then you will def
The first Badass+Bookish Retreat was a smashing success! For starters, the retreat took place at Indigo House , a lovely bed and breakfast in Afton, Virginia, about three hours from DC. Indigo House is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains with easy access to the Rockfish Gap Appalac
Welcome to the 3rd edition of On the Road with the Badass Women’s Book Club ! In this latest edition, we're all about celebrating badass women authors who not only write awesome books but also run their own kickass independent bookstores. Whether you're strolling through the buzzing streets of Broo
Happy Women’s History Month! Surely I can’t be the only one who doesn’t remember learning much about women in history class? Granted, if you’ve been here for a while, you know I am on the record as not learning much in history class period (see: taught by football coaches). Anyway, I’ve
Perhaps you want to be nicer to yourself but don’t really know how to get there. Or maybe you’re someone who assumes self-criticism is a permanent part of your personality. Rest assured you’re not alone—millions of people struggle with the toll that excessive self-criticism takes on their m
Author and illustrator Vashti Harrison made history this week as the first Black woman to receive a Caldecott medal for her book, Big . This moving book shares valuable lessons about fitting in, standing out, and the beauty of joyful acceptance. You can read more and get your copy here . This fi
Welcome to our 3rd Annual SuperBook Saturday! Below I have a collection of the hottest fiction releases out right now – all FOR badass women, BY badass women! Your TBR pile is about to get A LOT higher! I recently saw Dolly Alderton described as “a British Nora Ephron”. In other words, a
Next week is our 3rd Annual Super Book Saturday ! Your TBR pile is going to be toppling over! So, in anticipation of that, I am spending this week recommending some great new shows currently out (and a few releasing in the next few weeks). First, the Grammys are tomorrow night! 
Being yourself should be easy, yet too many of us struggle to live on other people's terms instead of our own. Rather than feeling large and in charge, we feel little and belittled. Sound familiar? Bestselling "anti-guru" Sarah Knight has three simple words for you: YOU DO YOU. It's
New Year, New Book Club? Kind of? Stay with me… I have a secret passion for creating art. I spend a lot of my non-work, non-book club time creating mixed media collage pieces. In fact, I have a lot (a lot!) of them stacked up on shelves, in bins, and even some (okay, a lot) hanging on the walls in
I went to see the new movie/musical revival of Mean Girls last Friday night and it was sooo good! Renee Rapp is amazing (and she’ll be on SNL this weekend!) Busy Phillips is perfectly cast as Regina’s mom (no shade to Amy Poehler, but Busy is better!) And there is a Lindsay Lohan cameo (the theater
Hot take: I (low key) love January! I’ve seen a lot of posts lately about how it’s the worst month, the “Monday” of the whole year, blah, blah. Me? Give me all the new books, new notebooks, unrealistic exercise goals - I love them all! I think I embrace the new year so much because I subscribe to w