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Pennies to Power: Women, Wealth & Wisdom

Happy Women's History Month! March is a great time to read something that is written by women who know what they're doing, and want to share their insight with you! From personal finance plans to historical accounts of women and money, this list will have something you can bank on!

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  • Clever Girl Finance

    Learn How Investing Works, Grow Your Money

    Sokunbi, Bola
    This book motivates women to take their finances into their own hands, and helps them wade through the complexities of financial wellness.
    Downloadable Audiobook, 2020Ascent Audio, 2020
  • Girls That Invest

    Your Guide to Financial Independence Through Shares and Stocks

    Kaur, Simran (Financial columnist),
    "Ever wondered how on earth the stock market works, but felt too intimidated to ask "those" questions? This is the book for you! In this guide to investing in stocks (aka shares), teaches the essential principles you can apply to any market,…
    Book, 2022Milton, Qld : John Wiley & Sons Australia, Ltd, 2022. — HG179 .K3778 2022
  • The Black Girl's Guide to Financial Freedom

    Build Wealth, Retire Early, and Live the Life of Your Dreams

    Woods, Paris
    Do you ever feel like you have to change everything to find financial freedom? Woods highlights how that is not the case, and you can practice simple steps to achieve your financial goals.
    eBook, 2021Freedom Unlimited LLC, 2021
  • Invest Like a Girl

    Jump Into the Stock Market, Reach Your Money Goals, and Build Wealth

    Spangler, Jessica,
    "An approachable, empowering guide to investing that helps you level the financial playing field, move toward financial independence, and grow your money, from one of the internet's favorite personal finance educators"
    Book, 2024New York : Rodale, [2024] — HG179 .S55274 2024
  • Clever Girl Finance

    the Side Hustle Guide! : Build a Successful Side Hustle and Increase Your Income

    Sokunbi, Bola, 1981-
    Uplifting women of color, this book helps those who are interesting in building a side hustle to unlock your financial goals.
    Book, 2021Hoboken, New Jersey : Wiley, [2021] — HD62.5 .S67285 2021
  • Women Money Power

    the Rise and Fall of Economic Equality

    Cox, Josie (Journalist),
    The fascinating and frustrating tale of women's role and access to money. This book lays out the fight for equality in the financial realms through history.
    Book, 2024New York, N.Y. : Abrams Press, 2024. — HD6061.2.U6 C695 2024
  • Women With Money

    the Judgment-free Guide to Creating the Joyful, Less Stressed, Purposeful (and, Yes, Rich) Life You Deserve

    Chatzky, Jean Sherman, 1964-
    "Draws on the insights of leading economists, financial planners, and other experts to outline recommendations to help women understand themselves in relation to money, get paid what they deserve, and invest for the future."
    Book, 2019New York : Grand Central Publishing, 2019. — HG179 .C5364 2019
  • Financial Feminist

    Overcome the Patriarchy's Bullsh*t to Master Your Money and Build a Life You Love

    Dunlap, Tori,
    Highlighting a judgement free approach to financial empowerment, this book give you all the tools you will need to budget, invest, and pay off your debt to "make your money work harder for you."
    Book, 2022New York, NY : Dey St., an imprint of William Morrow, [2022] — HG179 .D8578 2022x
  • Mi dinero, mis reglas

    toma el control de tus finanzas

    Love, Kumiko,
    "This paradigm-shifting book gives you the tools to align your emotional health with your financial health--to let go of deprivation and embrace desire."
    Book, 2023Ciudad de México : Conecta, 2023. — HG179 .L586318 2023
  • But First, Save 10

    One Simple Money Move That Will Change Your Life

    Gutierrez, Sarah-Catherine,
    Have the tough conversations surrounding money, and start saving 10% from retirement. This book highlights ways to move through financial empowerment for women by putting yourself first.
    Book, 2020Little Rock, AR : Et Alia Press, [2020] — HG179 .G853 2020
  • The Defiant Optimist

    Daring to Fight Global Inequality, Reinvent Finance, and Invest in Women

    Shahnaz, Durreen
    "Global inequality is growing. Financial markets disenfranchise women, the 99 percent, and the planet itself. But what if we found the source of power and turned it inside out? What if we made the tools of the system available to all?"
    eBook, 2023Fortress Press, 2023
  • Deeper Than Money

    Ditch Money Shame, Build Wealth, and Feel Confident AF

    Elise, Chloe,
    Don't sacrifice everything you hold dear just to gain one step ahead with your financial situation. Elise gives a comprehensive guide to canceling the guilt and feeling confident in speaking about money and your finances.
    Book, 2023[New York] : TarcherPerigee, [2023] — HG179 .E444 2023
  • Women Talk Money

    Breaking the Last Taboo

    "A searing and fearless anthology of essays exploring the profound impact of money on women's lives, edited by prominent feminist and writer Rebecca Walker"
    Book, 2022New York, NY : Simon & Schuster, 2022. — HG179 .W5767 2022
  • My Money My Way

    Taking Back Control of Your Financial Life

    Love, Kumiko,
    From one mom to others, Love understands the low-income and debt ridden lifestyle. She shares her journey with self doubt clouding her financial freedom, and how she managed her money to rise above it.
    Book, 2022New York, NY : Portfolio / Penguin, [2022] — HG179 .L5863 2022
  • She-wolves

    the Untold History of Women on Wall Street

    Bren, Paulina,
    "Starting at a time when "No Ladies" signs hung across the doors of Wall Street's clubs and unapologetic sexism and racism were the norm at top firms, Bren chronicles the remarkable women who demanded a seat at the table."
    Book, 2024New York : W. W. Norton, [2024] — HG4928.5 .B74 2024
  • Fintech Feminists

    Increasing Inclusion, Redefining Innovation, and Changing the Future for Women Around the World

    Casperson, Nicole,
    Like many other fields, fintech has a lack of diversity and female leadership. To achieve innovation, Casperson highlights this disparity and ways to uplift women to change the industry.
    eBook, 2025Hoboken, New Jersey : John Wiley & Sons, Inc., [2025]