Enya's Attic Blog

Mary Wortley Montagu was an English aristocrat, adventurer and writer, and also the reason millions survived the smallpox epidemic that ravaged 18th century Britain. 

Getting a book recommendation is a gift in itself. And if the book is recommended by someone whose opinion you greatly admire - even better! Well, then you can thank me now. Because in this post, six incredible contemporary women writers suggest books  -also written by women - for you to read before the year's end.

Women have been refashioning the world for centuries. But it can be hard to find their stories or any details on their contributions and the changes they initiated.

The Ladies First collection in Enya’s Attic celebrates six women who changed the world in a variety of different spheres – writing, education, science, medicine, law and aviation. Six women, six stories. 

Valentine’s Day is all about celebrating love. And what better love to honor than the fierce bonds of friendship between women. Read on to enjoy some of themost iconic female friendships in history.

Celebrate women in Black History Month with these easy ways to engage and learn more about the women who have guided, inspired and continue to shape American history.

Recently, I’ve been thinking a lot about why women’s history matters. Why telling the whole story is not just about reconstructing a more accurate past, but about creating new narratives for the future. Want to know how to do it? Keep reading!

Marilyn Monroe is one of the most recognizable figures of 20th-century pop culture. And though it's rarely noted, she was often brave at a time when women's boldness was not applauded. Here are five ways Marilyn Monroe proved she was a power to be reckoned with and, by example, can teach us how to be bold.

2018 has been called the Year of the Woman. Women stepped up, spoke out and stood their ground. But how to keep the momentum going? One simple way for all of us is by committing small and sheroic acts of revolution that help us to align with and support women all over the world. Wondering how? Take a look.

Traditionally, Thanksgiving is a time to gather with loved ones, celebrate, and give thanks for what you have. But expressing gratitude every day is important for many women as a means of empowering them to move forward in life.

For that reason, we’ve rounded up 10 inspiring quotes from empowering women we love.

Queen Hatshepsut, Hildegard of Bingen, and Mary Anning are just some of the remarkable women in history who brought our world to us. Let's remember their contribution on the 50th anniversary of Earth Day.