EDITED BY JOHANNA McCLOY

“Both hilarious and moving. Their message is urgent—be you. Nothing is more important.” ~ Leslie Absher, Ms. Magazine

What does it mean to be fabulous? In this enthralling collection of essays, women from all walks of life explore what it takes to find our own true north, sharing personal stories of successes, mishaps, and often-hilarious surprises along the way.

Featuring tenacious mountain climbers, reluctant city drivers, unlikely CIA spies, shy TV anchors, heart-driven activists, uncertain brides-to-be, and many more, Dare to be Fabulous invites readers on an inspiring journey of self-discovery and self-acceptance. Prompts are included after each story to guide and encourage readers on the path to finding their own true north.

Consider the Dare to be Fabulous Journal Notebook as a writing companion for the prompts in the book. Together, they make a beautiful set.

“This book holds together the power women find when they are honest and courageous. Some of these stories moved me to tears, others made me believe in humanity again, many I could identify with. This book brought me tremendous joy and insight, and brought me back to believe in the human spirit.” ~ Julianna Margulies, multiple award-winning actor and author of Sunshine Girl: An Unexpected Life