her epic adventure

25 daring women who inspire a life less ordinary

WRITTEN BY JULIA DE LAURENTIIS JOHNSTON

ILLUSTRATED BY SALINI PERERA

Meet 25 extraordinary women whose remarkable adventures defied expectations and helped them achieve the unimaginable! Organized by the type of adventure (Sky, Peaks, Ice, Land and Water), this inspiring book describes the achievements of a diverse group of female adventurers from around the world, including women of color, Indigenous women, LGBTQ+ women and women with disabilities. Sidebars provide how-to tips (like how to survive an avalanche), fun facts and motivational quotes to inspire the next generation of adventurers.

• Best Books for Kids and Teens 2021, Canadian Children’s Book Centre

• “Empowering and encouraging, the well-researched profiles clearly show ‘what people – all people – are capable of.’” Quill & Quire, Starred Review

• “An unusually diverse gallery also valuable for calling attention to some less-renowned deeds and doers.” Kirkus Reviews

• “The unusual and diverse subjects covered here, as well as the sprinkling of geographical, historical, and other kinds of facts into the biographies, highly recommends this for public and school library shelves.” Booklist

• “... tales of adventure, travel and record-breaking feats will inspire and interest readers of all genders and ages.” CM Magazine