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5 Female Autobiographies You Should Put On Your “To Read” List

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Reading is one of my favorite hobbies. There is nothing better than sitting outside on a nice day with a good book. Recently, I have gotten into female biographies. I love reading about how different women perceive life, so I decided to make a list of some autobiographies that you should put on your 'to read' list.

"Yes Please" by Amy Poehler

In Poehler's hilarious book, she shares her story about growing up, struggling to start her career, and eventually becoming a successful comedian. She also talks about her cult classic show "Parks and Recreation."

"Bossypants" by Tina Fey

I have always loved Tina Fey. I think she is a brilliant writer. From "Mean Girls" to "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt," I think everything she writes is funny. This book proved no different. I LOVED it. Her stories growing up and times on set of SNL and 30 Rock were hilarious. And although the book made me laugh out loud, her thank-you to cast mates made me smile and her poem to her daughter made me cry.

"Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? (And Other Concerns)" by Mindy Kaling

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Kaling's book about wanting to be a writer with first-generation parents is so relatable you can't help but laugh. Because she was an actor (and writer) on "The Office," she also shares a lot about the beloved work place comedy.

"The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls

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This memoir of Walls' unconventional childhood is truly inspiring. Growing up, Jeannette moved from place to place with her siblings, her alcoholic father, and her aloof artistic mother. And even though they never lived in the most comfortable places, her parents gave her love and encouraged her to use her imagination. Her story shows that with hard work you can make it anywhere, despite where you come from.

"Becoming" by Michelle Obama

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I'm in the middle of reading this book now, but I love it so much I had to put it on the list. Michelle Obama is such an inspiring woman, and this book made my admiration for her grow even more. Born and raised in the South side of Chicago, Michelle Obama shares her story about how she didn't let her environment define who she was. She sought out the best education she could and eventually went to Harvard Law School.

All of these books use witty humor, personal anecdotes, and important life lessons to share each of their unique perspectives on life. But in the end, they all have the same message: hard-work and determination will get you anywhere.

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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