This is a riveting, horrifying and at times enraging look at how medicine has failed women throughout history to modern day. Drawing from old case reports and medical textbooks, Cowen illuminates the narratives around women’s bodies, women’s health, women’s needs & desires.

This is a thought provoking , engaging and vital book. It is structured around key themes such as cultural appropriation, the weaponization of victimhood, and the systemic inequalities that women of colour face. An essential exploration encouraging readers to confront the complexities of race and gender with its unflinching honesty challenging us to reflect on our own biases.

Many people think you can get the gist of this book by reading Gemma’s article featured in Harper’s Bazaar in 2017, however, her follow up book to the article is well worth the read. There are many fantastic quotes to reflect on, but the biggest take away is making the invisible, visible. The domestic labour divide is visible and correctable, emotional labour, not so easily defined, until now. “Emotional labour is emotional management and life management combined. It is the unpaid, invisible work we do to keep those around us comfortable and happy.” If the well thumbed copy from the library is anything to go by, this book resonates!

This book invites us to question the way we have been taught to think of value. It is well researched and sheds a timely light on the hidden toll of emotional labour. It clearly articulates the gender bias and misogyny underlying what the author calls “extractive emotional capitalism.” The book investigates the roots of gender inequality but also provides answers to the concern.

This short book is an engaging, rigorous and hard read about how the legal systems response fails rape survivors. The book chronicles some of the author’s clients’ experiences and calls for urgent system change, although does not provide any solutions.

Discussing sex miseducation, the origins of insecure sexuality, attachment theory and more, Casey draws inspiration from her personal journey , academic research and community cultivated knowledge. Framed by anti-oppressive and trauma informed practise this book is an absolute must read.

A heartfelt, sincere, straightforward, and practical book that has started a global movement to end abuse. Written by a man for men, there is however, something in this book for everyone about healthy relationships with its honest depiction of healing being messy, raw, vulnerable and taking time.

A sequel to the gripping It Ends with Us, this novel explores how Lily is able to reconnect with herself, her sense of worth and belonging after being a victim of domestic violence. Whilst fictional, it depicts in words a great consent scene whilst also discussing contraception. The novel shows how with the right support, one can learn to love again after an experience of trauma.

This book hits hard and reflects on the seemingly loving connections one can make, yet be hurt most by the one’s who “love” them. Through a fictional exploration of domestic and family violence, generational survival and tales of hope, Lily never loses her sense of self, worth or what matters most, protecting her daughter from being another witness of family and domestic violence.

It Ends with Us is Lily’s boundary and she firmly sticks to it after realising the truth of her experiences with husband Ryle and what she had also witnessed from her father’s behaviour in the past. Gripping and gets you in, you may need tissues!

. In 2021, Grace’s name became well known, as the recipient of the “Australian of the Year” award for her advocacy of sexual assault survivors, particularly those who were sexually assaulted in institutional settings. Grace’s story is bold, brave and breaking all in one. Grace has set up the Grace Tame Foundation to campaign and fund initiatives which work to prevent and respond to the sexual abuse of children.

A thorough and very well researched book which brings gender data bias to the forefront of public discourse. Covering public transport, urban design, the dangerous gap in health care and more, this book is a significant call to action, awareness & advocacy to create a more inclusive world for the 50% of women who inhabit the planet.

This is a powerful book, packed with academic theory. Blending fiction and non fiction sources, the experiences of trans people are real, nuanced and complex. Ultimately a call to trans activism and social change, this wont be an easy read for everyone, but it is well worth it.

A well-researched book about hormonal cycle syncing for the menstrual cycle which is packed with extensive information for women’s wellbeing. Encouraging, validating and nurturing, this book honours the power of cycles.

An absolute essential read! Informative, insightful, accessible and incredibly honest and personal.

A visually appealing book, filled with colour and illustrations that approaches trauma and mental health with creativity at its heart, with the empowering message that our innate creativity is a reliable tool, which can support wellness and connectivity. Contains fifty Relief, Recharge and Restoration ‘prescriptions’ to work with.

Dive into the glamour and turmoil of icon Evelyn Hugo's Hollywood life from the 50s to the 80s. Follow the wild and engaging stories and marriages as she aims to follow her passions in acting and her truth of love and intimacy. You won't be able to put this book down.

Told in the first person, this rich, heartwarming coming of age, Aboriginal, queer story is authentic, vulnerable and believable.

A heartwrenching and beautiful story of a young orphan coming of age as a Muslim in America. Asghar's lyrical novel transports you into Kausar's world and invites you to sit with her as she grows and grapples with gender, family, sisterhood and love.

A testament to the strength of the human spirit and the enduring fight for justice and equality. This is an essential read for anyone interested in human rights, women's empowerment, and the transformative power of education. Nice has saved an estimated 17,000 girls as she advocates to end FGM and replace it with alternative rites of passage.