Ashley Judd, actor turned activist, reveals her traumatic childhood and her successful road to recovery.

A haunting and beautiful account of a traumatic childhood, and the steps this famous Native American poet took to rebuild herself.

The author recalls her life of state-sanctioned discrimination and her willingness to risk everything to raise her voice.

For a phenomenal, blockbuster memoir, try this highly acclaimed literary work (credited with bringing about a renewed interest in the genre): a story of family and relationships during Karr’s childhood.

This memoir by legendary feminist icon Gloria Steinem delves into her personal journeys as a writer, speaker and organizer.

One of Sally Field’s most memorable roles as she plays a small town factory worker stands up for her rights.

Another of America’s favorite actresses had her own personal struggles to contend with behind the scenes.

A raw and intimate portrait of a girl that had to grow into a woman faster than she maybe wanted to, complete with celebrity encounters and multilayered insight into what African Americans face in today’s world.