Celebrate International Women's Day With These 7 Girl-Power Reads

Renewable by Eileen Flanagan: Renewable chronicles Eileen's engaging journey from midlife spiritual crisis to fulfillment, hope — and briefly, to jail. After spending time in Africa as a part of the Peace Corps in her 20s, Eileen Flanagan settled into suburban life until she woke up one day and didn't recognize herself. It was this need to make a change that spurred her to join a band of Quaker activists who helped her harness her voice and her power.

The Color of Grace by Bethany Haley Williams: As a way to grapple with her own emotional recovery, Bethany Haley Williams founds Exile International. Exile International is a non-profit that uses art therapy to help children devastated by the war. Bethany helps the children overcome their past traumas in order to establish a future full of change and hope.

100 Under $100 by Betsy Teutsch: There are billions of hardworking women around the world that lack the resources necessary to escape poverty. They are held back by a lack of healthcare, education and more. The tools highlighted in 100 Under $100 give readers the opportunity to help empower and aid women around the world.

If You Find This Letter by Hannah Brencher: Upon graduating from college, Hannah Brencher moved to New York City, anticipating a trendy and fabulous lifestyle. Instead, Hannah became lonely and felt unable to connect with anyone. When she encountered someone who looked the same way, Hannah decided to write her a letter. That is how the website The World Needs More Love Letters began. This powerful memoir documents Hannah's journey to bring more love into the world.

Be Safe, Love Mom by Elaine Lowry Brye: Elaine Brye is not only a military wife, but a mother to four military officers as well. She knows what it is like to say goodbye and endure countless sleepless nights. In Be Safe, Love Mom Elaine shares her experiences as a military mom, as well as the experiences of other military parents. It is a heartwarming tale, perfect for anyone with a loved one in the military.

Ordinary Light by Tracy K. Smith: When her mother is diagnosed with cancer, Tracy K. Smith is left questioning her beliefs. Tracy sets off to refashion her views, including what it means to be black in America. Through interviews with people in her neighborhood, as well as a look into her independence at Harvard, Tracy gives readers a story about finding a sense of self within the places that we call home.

Girl in a Band by Kim Gordon: Band member of Sonic Youth and one of the first women in rock and roll, Kim Gordon tells her inspiring story in this beautifully written memoir. Kim gives readers an inside look at her youth, music, relationships, family life and more. At its heart, Girl in a Band examines at the transformation from girl to woman during a time of change within the world.