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by Amber Bowie March 04, 2025
March is the perfect time to refresh your reading list! As we celebrate Women’s History Month, the arrival of spring, and even a little St. Patrick’s Day luck, this is a great opportunity to dive into books by women authors - especially women of color -who inspire, challenge, and captivate us.
Whether you’re looking for a thought-provoking memoir, a feel-good novel, or an empowering read, here are 10 must-reads for moms this March.
✨ 1. The Light We Carry by Michelle Obama
If you loved Becoming, you’ll love Michelle Obama’s latest book, where she shares powerful reflections on navigating uncertainty and embracing change. It’s like getting advice from a wise, supportive friend!
✨ 2. Hood Feminism: Notes from the Women That a Movement Forgot by Mikki Kendall
A must-read for Women’s History Month, this book explores the importance of intersectional feminism and how women - especially marginalized women - must be centered in the fight for equality.
✨ 3. The Moment of Lift: How Empowering Women Changes the World by Melinda Gates
This inspiring read highlights how investing in women is the key to creating stronger families and communities.
🌿 4. Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer
Written by a botanist and member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, this book is a beautiful mix of nature, storytelling, and Indigenous wisdom - perfect for spring renewal.
🌿 5. Black Girls Must Die Exhausted by Jayne Allen
This heartfelt novel follows a young Black woman navigating love, career, and self-discovery—all while facing life’s unexpected challenges. A great mix of humor and emotion!
🌿 6. The Seed Keeper by Diane Wilson
A powerful novel about resilience, motherhood, and the power of nature, following generations of Indigenous women fighting to preserve their way of life.
🍀 7. We Should All Be Millionaires by Rachel Rodgers
Want to transform your mindset about money? This empowering book by a Black female entrepreneur teaches women how to build wealth, claim financial freedom, and stop playing small.
🍀 8. Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert
A perfect read for moms looking for inspiration and creativity, this book encourages you to step out of your comfort zone and follow your passions.
🍀 9. The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros
A timeless coming-of-age story that captures hope, luck, and resilience, told through the eyes of a young Latina growing up in Chicago.
🍀 10. Lucky by Alice Sebold
A gripping memoir about strength and survival, this book explores resilience in the face of trauma and how we define luck in our own lives.
This March, let’s celebrate women, embrace the season of renewal, and welcome a little luck into our lives - all through the power of a good book.
📌 Which book are you adding to your reading list? Let us know in the comments!
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by Amber Bowie March 25, 2025
Looking for a fun, screen-free summer activity? The Kids Bowl Free program lets children bowl two free games every day at participating bowling alleys across the U.S.!
by Amber Bowie March 22, 2025
Looking for the perfect books to read this spring? We’ve rounded up titles for kids, teens, and moms - plus, check out our brand-new Book Lovers Collection to celebrate your family’s reading journey.
by Amber Bowie March 18, 2025
Braided hairstyles tell a powerful story! Freedom Braids is a must-read picture book that teaches kids about the history behind cornrow braids and their role in resistance and escape. Learn how hair was used as a roadmap to freedom in this beautifully illustrated story.
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