5 Books To Read On International Women's Day 2026: 107 Days By Kamala Harris, The Yellow Wallpaper And More

International Women's Day is all about honouring the contributions of women in shaping society. To celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women across the globe. The day also promotes gender equality in all aspects of life. International Women's Day is celebrated on 8th March annually, with the motto of celebrating resilience, empowerment, and the fight for equality for women. Therefore, here is a list of women-oriented books on the key occasion.

Books To Read On International Women's Day 2026:

1. 107 Days By Kamala Harris

107 Days by Kamala Harris is about former Vice President of the United States Kamala Harris's historic 107 days as Vice President of the USA. The book shares the tales of her struggles as the Vice President and the lessons she learned in taking up a leadership position.

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2. The Yellow Wallpaper By Charlotte Perkins Gilman

The Yellow Wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins Gilman is a book published in 1892. The trailblazing story about the struggles of women in the 19th century, especially about postpartum depression, along with the oppression of women in society during that time.

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3. A Thousand Splendid Suns By Khaled Hosseini

The book that made me cry, grieve, and reintroduce womenhood. A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini is about the struggles of women in Afghanistan during the war. The story is also about Laila and Mariam’s unbreakable bond, who were the two protagonists in the novel.

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4. Seeing Like a Feminist By Nivedita Menon

Nivedita Menon’s Seeing Like a Feminist is an insightful and powerful read. The explores bold themes like politics of gender, sexuality, and caste. This book will keep you thinking about your body, nation, and protest.

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5. Lady Tan’s Circle of Women By Lisa See

Lady Tan’s Circle of Women by Lisa See was inspired by 15th-century China. The book follows the journey of Tan Yunxian, who became a female doctor in an era of male domination. The book is a rollercoaster ride of female bonding, patriarchy and forbidden knowledge.

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Each of the above-mentioned books, ranging from memoirs, fiction and theory, empowers the reality of women across the world. These 5 books give the centre stage to women's voices, struggles, wins, and everything that made woman a woman. The books also discuss diverse themes across subjects like feminism, identity, and sisterhood.