Women of Myth

Uncover the fascinating and complex women from mythology and folklore with this collection of stories profiling powerful goddesses, mighty queens, and legendary creatures.

Get inspired with 50 fascinating stories of powerful female figures from mythologies around the world. From heroines and deities to leaders and mythical creatures, this collection explores figures of myth who can inspire modern readers with their ability to shape our culture with the stories of their power, wisdom, compassion, and cunning.

Featured characters include:
-Atalanta: Greek heroine and huntress who killed the Caledonia Boar and joined the Argonauts
-Sky-Woman: The first woman in Iroquois myth who fell through a hole in the sky and into our world
-Pele: Hawaiian volcano goddess
-Clídna: Queen of the Banshees in Irish legend
-La Llorona: A ghostly woman in Mexican folklore who wanders the waterfront

Celebrate these game-changing, attention-worthy female characters with this collection of engaging tales.

Jenny Williamson is an award-winning poet, writer, storyteller, podcaster, and freelance copywriter. Crafting haunting narratives and hard-hitting copy, she is a born researcher who breathes fresh life into ancient mythology and cultures while making the stories she tells accessible for modern audiences. She is the cohost and cocreator of the Ancient History Fangirl podcast which explores true stories and tall tales of the ancient world.

Genn McMenemy is an award-winning freelance marketer, writer, and podcaster. After spending over a decade working in the UK publishing industry, she now works for herself as a freelance marketer, focusing on author management and small business growth. She is a dedicated researcher who loves to blend mythology and cultural history to bring ancient stories to life. She is the cohost and cocreator of the Ancient History Fangirl podcast which explores true stories and tall tales of the ancient world.