2014 Books to boost self-esteem

Here is my by no means exhaustive but interesting list of books that helped boost my own self-esteem in 2014, with explanations. Enjoy, and post some of your own if you're so inclined. Also included are some I'm looking forward to in 2015! 1. WONDER, by R. J. Pelacio. Such an amazing book. I read it for my middle schooler's Oregon Battle of the Books list and was affected enough to think about it for days afterward. Just a lyrical read. "Summary: I won't describe what I look like. Whatever you're thinking, it's probably worse."

2. TANGERINE, by Edward Bloor. A similar OBOB read, but about a kid in a Florida suburb who ends up playing soccer and finding himself. Great read.

3. YES PLEASE, by Amy Poehler, and BOSSY PANTS, by Tina Fey. Yes, they are comedian's memoirs. but so powerful in that these are women who fight for what they want: a seat at the table of all funny greats. Both of their stories are not just amusing, but inspirational. And did I say funny as hell? So funny.

4. This one is a read-in-progress, and I have some issues with it, but LEAN IN: WOMEN< WORK AND THE WILL TO LEAD intrigues me. I'm not sure I agree with the author Sheryl Sandburg on every thing but it's a lot to think about. 5. OUTRAGEOUS ACTS AND EVERYDAY REBELLIONS, by Gloria Steinem. Again a read-in-progress, but these essays are provocative and make me want to shake up my daily thoughts and actions.