IW Summer Season Books

A number of books were mentioned in the first half of our summer season! Curious what they were? Looking for some summer reading inspiration—check these out along with some other favorites from our guests and advisory board members! Share them with friends, start a book club (or a wine date you call a book club;)

Have any favorites to add to the list, contact us!!

Our Advisory Board Members

• Dr. Arianna Sholes-Douglas’ The Menopause Myth: What Your Mother, Doctor, and Friends Haven’t Told You About Life After 35. A visionary in the field of women’s healthcare, Dr. Arianna has dedicated her career to treating women who are approaching or are already in the menopausal phase of their lives. Listen to her on episode 5 of the INTERWOVXN Podcast!

• Sara Beaumont’s Pick: Wild Power by Alexandra Pope + Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer, Founders of the Red School
  Discover the Magic of your Menstrual Cycle and Awaken the Feminine Path to Power!

Claire + Sam:

• Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World by Vivek Murthy, MD
  Told with great compassion and hope, Dr. Murthy makes a powerful and convincing argument for why we can and must build a more connected world.

• Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear
  This breakthrough book from James Clear is the most comprehensive guide on how to change your habits and get 1% better every day.

• The Five Minute Journal
  The Five Minute Journal’s guided and structured exercises will lead you down a path toward an enhanced version of the person you already are.

• In the Flo: Unlock Your Hormonal Advantage and Revolutionize Your Life by Alisa Vitti
  Harness the Power of Your Biological Rhythm

Josie + katie:

• Josie Pick: The Firebrand and the First Lady by Patricia Bell-Scott
  This book tells the story of how Pauli Murray and Eleanor Roosevelt forged an enduring friendship that changed each of their lives, enriched the conversation about race, and added vital fuel to the movement for human rights in America.

• katie’s Favorite Authors: Celeste Ng, Louise Erdich, and Shelia Heiti

Lisa + Maggie:

• Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson
  “Alot of times when I think that I am being self-sufficient, I am really just learning to live without the things I need.” Lisa mentioned reading this line and it struck her when she was least expecting it. While the quote has little to do with the book, she describes it as a weird/fun fiction read - good for summer!

• Everyday Food Great Food Fast by Martha Stewart
  250 recipes for easy, delicious meals all year long- A cookbook!

Rebecca + Theresa:

• Rebecca’s Summer Pick: The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
  ”The total package: the very best of Classic Hollywood intrigue, a delicious twist, and incisive commentary on the wages of stardom, especially for women” says Anne Helen Petersen of BUZZFEED.

• One of Theresa’s Favs: Chief Inspector Gamache Series by Louise Penny
  ”I LOVE getting lost in mystery and crime novels.” The 18th one in the series is being released soon so plenty to dive into!