Books We Love
A collection of must-reads to uplift, educate, and empower Latinas and their allies.
The right book can spark growth, challenge perspectives, and inspire action. Our Books We Love collection features powerful reads on leadership, career advancement, personal development, and advocacy. Whether you’re a Latina forging your path or an ally looking to support and learn, these books offer valuable insights for anyone looking to grow, lead, and make an impact.
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Tattoos & Pearls
A revolutionary guide to transforming street smarts and survival instincts into executive excellence by embracing your authentic self.
Calladita No More
A guide for the next generation of leaders ready to own their stories, step into their power, and lead with confidence.
Lean In
A powerful call to action for women to step up in their careers, challenge workplace barriers, and pursue leadership with confidence.
Lean In For Graduates
An expanded edition of Lean In, offering career advice, practical tips, and mentorship guidance tailored for young professionals entering the workforce.
Your Time to Rise
A motivational book encouraging women to embrace their worth and take charge of their careers.
Uncolonized Latinas
A deep dive into dismantling limiting beliefs imposed by culture and society to unlock Latina potential.
Burned Out to Lit Up
A roadmap for professionals to recover from burnout and reignite their passion for leadership.
Unwavering
A guide to leading with authenticity and resilience while navigating corporate spaces as a Latina.
Tías and Primas
A heartfelt celebration of the vital roles that tías and primas play in Latina families and identity.
Build a Beautiful Business Con Confianza
A business-building blueprint for entrepreneurs looking to grow with confidence and authenticity.
Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office
A career book highlighting the unconscious mistakes women make at work and how to overcome them to achieve success.
Latina Madrina
A mentorship-focused guide to uplifting and empowering the next generation of Latina leaders.
Cultura and Cash
A financial literacy book that helps Latinas build wealth while honoring their cultural values.
I Never Thought of It That Way
A guide to bridging political and ideological divides through open, curious conversations.
The Memo
A career guide for women of color navigating corporate America and advocating for workplace equity.
Unlearning Silence
A guide to breaking free from cultural and societal expectations that keep women from speaking up.
The Latinx Guide to Liberation
A book exploring Latinx identity, systemic oppression, and the path to collective liberation through history, activism, and personal empowerment.
The First, The Few, The Only
A book addressing the challenges faced by women of color in leadership and how to thrive despite them.
Defectors
A powerful exploration of young Latinos redefining identity, activism, and belonging in America.
Platanos Are Love
A beautifully illustrated children’s book celebrating Afro-Caribbean culture through food and family.
I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter
A coming-of-age novel about a Mexican-American teen navigating identity, grief, and family expectations.
When I Was Puerto Rican
A memoir chronicling the author’s journey from childhood in Puerto Rico to life in the U.S.
Jefa in Training
A step-by-step business guide for Latina entrepreneurs to start and scale their ventures.
Creating Your Limitless Life
A practical guide to breaking through self-imposed limits and designing a fulfilling, purpose-driven life.