Since embarking on my journey into feminism during my time as an undergraduate, I’ve since enjoyed traversing through feminist texts that explore the full scope of gendered issues, whether in fiction or non-fiction books.
Admittedly, feminism can be intimidating to those who are eager to learn but perhaps aren’t sure where to begin. If this is you, luckily I’ve got you covered!
Here are eight gender-diverse novels that will thoroughly acquaint you with various feminist topics or help you build on any existing scholarship you may already possess:
Butler’s body of work shares themes of Afro-futurism, dystopia, and feminism. Octavia Butler’s 1987 novel Dawn is a thrilling sci-fi that explores constructs such as gender, race, and sexuality.
Because each chapter covers a different point of feminist discussion, and Kendall’s writing is efficient and approachable and therefore assessable, Hood Feminism is the perfect kind of book to use to embark on your feminist journey.