QNL Highlights 6 Empowering Books to Celebrate International Women s Day

Qatar National Library

Marking the International Women’s Day, Qatar National Library (QNL) has handpicked six empowering reads featuring thought-provoking and powerful stories that highlight the transformative role women have played in history, culture, business and beyond.

The list includes "Gravitas: The 8 Strengths That Redefine Confidence" by Lisa Sun with Kathryn Huck. In this book, the author offers a guide to strengthening your confidence and enhancing your leadership potential.

QNL also highlighted "A Healthy State of Panic: Follow Your Fears to Build Wealth, Crush Your Career, and Win at Life," by Farnoosh Torabi. In this inspiring guide, the author provides practical advice on overcoming fear and leveraging emotions as tools to build wealth and achieve personal success.

The list also includes "Shark Tales: How I Turned $1,000 Into a Billion-Dollar Business" by Barbara Corcoran with Bruce Littlefield.

Barbara Corcoran shares her remarkable journey from a $1,000 loan to building a billion-dollar real estate empire. Her autobiography offers practical advice and inspiration for women looking to turn their business dreams into reality.

Another pick is "Girlboss" by Sophia Amoruso. It tells Sophia Amoruso’s journey from eBay seller to CEO of a multimillion-dollar company offers a blueprint for turning passion into success. Her book is not just about entrepreneurship, but about self-reinvention and finding your own path to success.

The list also includes "Arab Women and Their Evolving Roles in the Global Business Landscape," edited by Ebtihaj Al-A’ali, Minwir M. Al-Shammari and Hatem Masri. This insightful collection explores the unique and evolving roles of Arab women in global business, the challenges they face, and their increasing contributions to shaping the future of commerce in the region.

"Women Entrepreneurship in Family Business," edited by Vanessa Ratten, Leo-Paul Dana, and Veland Ramadani. This book delves into the role of women in family businesses, offering insights into how women can navigate challenges and thrive.

QNL expressed pride to provide access to these exceptional books that celebrate the empowerment, resilience, and brilliance of women, invited all girls and women to celebrate International Women’s Day by diving into these thought-provoking reads and join the movement of women shaping the world today.

The International Women's Day (IWD) is celebrated annually on March 8. This year's theme, 'For All Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment', calls for actions to unlock equal rights, power and opportunities for all women and girls, for a future where no one is left behind. Empowering youth, particularly young women and adolescent girls is central to this vision.

(QNA)