11 Must-Read Books on the Divine Feminine
These books on the divine feminine are must-reads
As I pursue my path of self-discovery, I have found solace in connecting with my divine feminine. In a world where masculine energy reigns supreme, we are often encouraged to deny the softer and more vulnerable parts of ourselves.
Personally, I have found strength and self-love in embracing my femininity. That is in no small part due to the wisdom I have learned from these incredible books on the divine feminine. I keep coming back to these feminine energy books time and time again to be guided to a sense of wholeness. Each page whispers profound wisdom from women who have walked the path before us.
This is my handpicked list of the best divine feminine books. They have all impacted me, and I am sharing them with you in hopes that they will help you realize the deep reservoirs of strength, intuition, and authenticity that reside in every woman!
BEST BOOKS ON THE DIVINE FEMININE
By Clarissa Pinkola Estes
This is one of the best divine feminine books of all time. The author, a psychoanalyst, delves into the deep, instinctual realms of the feminine psyche. She draws on multicultural myths, fairy tales, and her clinical experience to explore the wild woman archetype—the untamed, intuitive, and primal aspect within every woman.
The book includes tales about the universal experiences of women, and serves as a guide to help women reclaim their authentic wild nature. It’s an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the exploration of the sacred feminine.
I listened to it on audiobook and I loved her narration. It’s only 2.5 hours on audiobook so it’s perfect for a road trip or long walk.
A couple of my favorite quotes from the book include:
“Hair represents ideas. Hair growing out of your head, to the ancients, represents ideas and thoughts.”
“Talking is the voice of the human. Singing is the voice of the spirit, soul, psyche.”
Dance of the Dissident Daughter
By Sue Monk Kidd
This is a powerful memoir that chronicles the author's transformative journey from a conventional Southern Christian upbringing to a profound spiritual awakening. For years, she was a conventionally religious woman. Then, in the late 1980s, she experienced an unexpected awakening, and began a journey toward a feminine spirituality.
With exceptional storytelling skills, Kidd tells her very personal story of the fear, anger, healing, and freedom she experienced on the path toward the wholeness that many women have lost in the church. She highlights the historical suppression of the divine feminine, advocating for a reclamation of women's spiritual power.
This feminine energy book is a must-read for women seeking to rediscover their own voices and embrace the sacred feminine within themselves.
By Anita Diamant
This is a captivating historical novel that breathes life into the biblical story of Dinah, offering a unique perspective on the lives of women in ancient times. The novel provides a rich tapestry of women's experiences within the red tent, a place where women gathered during their menstrual cycles and for childbirth. This sacred space is a symbol of female solidarity and empowerment, highlighting the strength, resilience, and wisdom inherent in the divine feminine.
The author portrays the complex relationships between women in a patriarchal society, and explores themes of sisterhood, motherhood, love, and the cycles of life. She beautifully captures the rituals, traditions, and spiritual aspects of their lives, creating a vivid portrayal of the ancient world. The novel transcends its biblical roots to become a timeless exploration of female identity, spirituality, and interconnectedness.
“Remember this moment, when your mother’s body heals every trouble of your soul.”
“We were taught to sing and to tell stories, because that's how every generation learned what we knew."
By Michaela Boehm
This is a transformative feminine energy book that invites readers to reconnect with their wild, authentic selves and embrace the untamed aspects of the feminine. Written by a renowned teacher and practitioner in the fields of intimacy and sexuality, the novel combines wisdom from various spiritual traditions, psychological insights, and personal experiences to create a holistic approach to feminine empowerment. The book serves as a roadmap for women seeking to reclaim their innate power, pleasure, and fulfillment by tapping into the essence of the wild woman archetype.
The author emphasizes the importance of embodiment, sensuality, and intuition as pathways to accessing the wild woman within. Offering practical exercises, she encourages readers to explore their desires, boundaries, and the wisdom of their own bodies. The book beautifully articulates the idea that embracing the wild woman is not about rejecting civilization but finding a harmonious balance between the primal and the modern aspects of ourselves.
By Glennon Doyle
I am absolutely IN LOVE with this book. It is perfection - absolute magic! I learned so much from the author and the way she teaches us to be brave enough to live in our authenticity.
Named one of the best books of the year by Oprah, this book is a candid and empowering memoir that explores the joy and peace we discover when we stop striving to meet others’ expectations and start trusting the voice deep within us. A central theme throughout is the idea of untaming oneself and embracing our unapologetic authenticity.
The book is a rallying cry for women to embrace their capability, even in the face of adversity. It’s a testament to self-love with a sweet coming out story at its center. It’s a masterpiece.
A couple of memorable quotes from Untamed are:
“The braver we are, the luckier we get.”
“When a woman finally learns that pleasing the world is impossible, she becomes free to learn how to please herself.”
Sacred Woman: A Guide to Healing the Feminine Body, Mind, and Spirit
By Queen Afua
This divine feminine book is written by a renowned herbalist, natural health expert, and healer of women’s bodies and souls. Through meditations, affirmations, and holistic healing plant-based medicine, the author teaches us how to heal ourselves and the generations of women in our families. She places special emphasis on loving our bodies, being mindful of the words we speak and foods we eat, the relationships we attract, and the spaces we live and work in.
The book is written with an Afrocentric lens, but the powerful teachings are relevant for all women. Jada Pinkett Smith and FKA Twigs have both cited this book as a major influence on their lives! Some memorable quotes from this book are:
“The womb is the gateway of all human life. When the womb is honored and respected, she becomes a channel of power, creativity, and beauty—and joy reigns on earth. When her voice goes unheard, unanswered, denied, the womb becomes a vessel of disease.”
“The love and care that a woman gives to her womb reflects her true level of emotional, spiritual, physical, and mental health.”
By Jean Shinoda Bolen
The title of this book says it all. It’s a fascinating exploration of feminine psychology that introduces us to powerful archetypes inspired by Greek mythology. Drawing on her background as a Jungian psychiatrist, the author identifies and examines seven distinct goddess archetypes - Athena, Hera, Demeter, Persephone, Aphrodite, Artemis, and Hestia - each representing different facets of the feminine psyche.
She explains how these archetypal patterns manifest in women's lives, shaping their personalities, behaviors, and relationships. Women learn to recognize and understand these patterns within themselves, providing valuable insights for personal growth and empowerment. It’s the perfect read for women who want to tap into their full potential.
“Every woman is a queen or goddess by divine right and has within her the capability to access the archetypal energy of the great Greek goddesses."
By Monica Sjoo & Barbara Mor
This feminine energy book is a groundbreaking exploration of the ancient roots of the divine feminine in spirituality and its profound connection to Earth-centered religions. It delves into the historical and cross-cultural manifestations of goddess worship, presenting a comprehensive survey that traces the divine feminine across time and cultures.
The book covers the historical suppression of goddess-centered religions, the rise of patriarchal structures, and the implications for women's spiritual and social roles. Through meticulous research and artistic expression, the authors invite readers to reconsider traditional religious narratives and provide a fresh perspective on the enduring and universal presence of the divine feminine.
The Holy Wild: A Heathen Bible for the Untamed Woman
By Danielle Dulsky
Written by a seasoned priestess and yoga teacher, this book is a rallying cry to reclaim the wild, sacred aspects of womanhood. Drawing inspiration from pagan and earth-based traditions, the author weaves together spiritual wisdom, prayers, spells, rituals, and exercises to empower women to embrace their primal, authentic selves. She invites you to use creative writing and art as a mediums to tap into your inner self.
The book is organized into five sections - book of earth, book of water, book of fire, book of air, book of ether - and each section has verses, rituals, and magic. It’s a witchy book that’s written to engender self-love and feminist empowerment, to embrace self-sovereignty over obedience, and to foster deep connection instead of repression.
By Sophie Bashford
This is an empowering feminine energy book to discover the inner goddess energies that lie within you through nine goddess archetypes. The multi-faceted experiences of life as a woman are influenced by goddess consciousness, and our hidden feminine energy longs to be seen, accepted, and valued.
The book will help you to understand the many ups and downs of your life, discover how goddesses can ignite your spiritual growth, learn how to work with each goddess for self-healing, and get in touch with a divine feminine support system. Sharing intuitively channeled messages, beautiful guided meditations and moving personal experiences, the author leads you into safe territories where your darkest inner fears can be healed and your deepest dreams awakened. This is a book every girl and woman should read.
By Sally Kempton
This book on feminine energy is a transformative exploration of the divine feminine through the lens of yoga philosophy. In this illuminating work, the author guides readers into the sacred realms of Hindu goddesses, known collectively as Shakti. Drawing from ancient scriptures and mythologies, we learn how to recognize and invite the following goddesses and their energies into our lives:
Kali - Bringer of strength, fierce love, and untamed freedom
Lakshmi - Confers prosperity and beauty
Saraswati - For clarity of communication and intuition
Radha - Who carries the divine energy of spiritual longing
Bhuvaneshvari - Who creates the space for sacred transformation
Parvati - To awaken creativity and the capacity to love
With a wealth of meditations, visualizations, mantras, teachings, and beautifully told stories, the book helps readers awaken power of these goddess energies in their own lives. This book will appeal to those interested in the intersection of yoga philosophy and the sacred feminine.
Have you read any of these divine feminine books? How did they impact you? Leave a comment below and let me know. I’d love to hear! I donate 10% of all proceeds made from this blog to charity. Find out more about the charity I am supporting here.
Hi, I’m Sumeeta
I’m a Texas native, avid traveler, and perpetual seeker. Here at Sumeeta Seeks, I share in-depth travel advice on spiritual destinations, insights on yoga and self-love, and uplifting interviews.
