As March marks both Women’s History month and International Women’s Day, we’ve put together a list of our favourite reads which feature strong and inspirational female lead characters. Perfect for any young readers looking for compelling stories to move and engage them.

The Breadwinner
Deborah Ellis
The Breadwinner is the bestselling story about Parvana, a girl living in war-torn Afghanistan, who must disguise herself as a boy to save her mother and sisters from starvation. This honest, heart-breaking, and inspiring story is written by Deborah Ellis – a feminist and anti-war activist who spent time with Afghan refugees, recording and learning about their stories, before creating The Breadwinner collection of books.

The Breadwinner
Deborah Ellis
The Breadwinner is the bestselling story about Parvana, a girl living in war-torn Afghanistan, who must disguise herself as a boy to save her mother and sisters from starvation. This honest, heart-breaking, and inspiring story is written by Deborah Ellis – a feminist and anti-war activist who spent time with Afghan refugees, recording and learning about their stories, before creating The Breadwinner collection of books.



