Perhaps this book would appeal more to younger readers in their teens or maybe twenties (YA).

I was intrigued by the concept and approve of the many and mixed mini bios of inspiring women....and enjoyed some of the quotations enough to make a note of them.

That said, I wasn't particularly impressed with the workbook sections and some aspects of style did also rather put me off. For example: 'babes' really doesn't work for me, I think there are much better terms that would engender more respect for these women.....I mean Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a 'babe'? Also the whole 'pink for girls' thing could really do with dying a death in my opinion. So while it's ok, it could really be a lot better.

I had a different impression of this book when I picked it up from when I finished it. I was expecting more of a book about defining yourself as a badass, but the book is more focused on the empowering women around the reader and what the reader can learn from them. It's not a bad tactic, it takes a more "Rejected Princesses" focus than I was expecting, but I think it's a good book for younger women who are maybe looking for some role model.s.

The diversity is impressive in that more books don't have such a diverse cast of role models. It feels better.

My only complaint is that the term "babes" when used in the book, feels... off? It doesn't feel feminist or empowering and when juxtaposed with the source materials - kind of cheapens the feel of the overall concept.

A great book. With the centenary of the suffragette movement this felt very topical. I loved learning about the females who have made an impact in history. Being an ebook meant that you could not do the activities I enjoyed reading it regardless.

A bit too rah-rah for my taste and a lot of work.fds

The Badass Babe Workbook includes creative exercises, drawing activities, empowering stories, and fuel for your personal revolution that have been inspired by over 100 trailblazing women. The great thing about these workbooks is that you can go in any order. From front to back or jump around to each activity that you most feel like doing that day. In between activities there are quotes and information on other badass babes, so you always know that you are in good company!

I received a free e-copy of this book in order to write this review, I was not otherwise compensated.

I like the idea of connecting success stories with a workbook, readers get to actually think, write and brainstorm after reading, instead of only knowing a new story but not knowing how to reflect the lessons from the stories to themselves. The graphics and page design are also very nice, they make the whole book a lot enjoyable. The only part that I think can be improved is the cover. The color and font don't really match the page design of the book well.
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Overall: 3/5
Cover: 3/5
Writing: 5/5
Creativity: 5/5
Page Design: 4.5/5
Graphics: 5/5

Thank you to the publisher and Net Galley for the opportunity to read and review Badass Babe Workbook.

I received an ebook edition, so I'm unable to say anything about the paper or what it would be like to work on.

I really liked the look of the book. Lots of adorable illustrations of the Badass Babes featured in the book. The mini biographies are just long enough to remind you why these women are "Badass Babes" and enouvh to make me want to learn more about the few I don't know as much about.

I would have marked it 5 stars, but I found the workbook bit underwhelming. More of an afterthought. I wasn't interested in that part enough to do them in a sketchbook. Some might enjoy it, but I have seen much better creative workbook stuff.

All in all, I would recommend this to all the ladies of course, but I think it would make an especially good gift for tweens and teens.

BADASS BABE WORKBOOK is a collection of prompts to inspire creativity in those wanting to further explore their "badass self". Throughout the prompts are collections of stories and quotes of trailblazing women who've come and gone before for added inspiration. Definitely a creative collection.

This was a beautifully illustrated collection of stories about lesser-known woman in history that helped pave the way for acceptance. I was consumed with joy as I read each woman's tale of fearlessness and have a new-found appreciation for all of the opportunities I'm currently given. I just wish some of these snippets had gone into more detail!

This workbook was incredibly inspirational and it is my new life goal to make it on a similar list of badass woman! I especially liked the message that it doesn't matter if you're an artist, an athlete, a doctor, or part of the church - there is always a place for you and improvements to make.

The included activities started out very thoughtful and I honestly can't wait to add them to my bullet journal spreads. However, as the book went on the prompts seemed to be repetitive and less useful. I think the drawing tips were a great addition but seemed a little out of place.

My absolute favorite part of this book was the illustration style. I especially enjoyed that every woman was presented in different shades of the same color, eliminating judgement.

I think this could be a very useful workbook to some people and is a very important collection of motivational stories to have on your shelf!

I am just not the self help workbook type of person. That being said, I think this book could be a great help for many women. It includes bio snips of great woman, some famous like Ada Lovelace and many less known. It also contains great quotes and exercises to make yourself a better bad ass babe. Most are writing/journaling and art prompts, and some are not. It’s not a bad book at all, just not my thing.

I found this to be very thought provoking, informative, and empowering. The creative exercises are a nice bonus but in no way required to benefit from this book. It was a perfect read for Women's History month!

**Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC! All opinions are my own.**

This book was completely badass!😍 I LOVED learning more about all the different badass babes of history and felt empowered to set free my own inner badass! Definitely worth the read!

Inspiring. Learned about a bunch of strong women and was empowered by the rhetoric within!

I enjoy fun guided journals before bed every night and this one is inspiring and empowering. Love the page with Kathleen Hanna.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for a free ebook copy.

I want to thank NetGalley for updating this one, now I actually get to review it!!!

Every, and I mean, every woman needs this workbook. It is full of wonderful things to think about, and sometimes they aren't happy things. All of us women have stories to share, art to create, and people to love.

I am still working my way through this. I love all the little spinets of badass babes, women who are writers, artists, activists. Women who will inspire you to make your own creations. And get the physical book if you can, it really is a workbook!

I requested this book via NetGalley,because the name and content seemed unique in the description. I was lucky to have the request approved and It turned out that I was right about it on both counts.This book uses the usually semi-derogatory term babes and turns it around to spear a whole different thought trend.

The book contains snippets of information on various women (majority concentrated in the North American sphere,considering the limits of having it fit into a single book, with a few achievements from elsewhere) who have or are excelling in their chosen fields. Then each of it is further used to try and inspire an artistic reaction. The 'workbook' section has interesting ideas and suggestions that can be used to fuel drawing/painting or writing. Overall a good book to have on the shelf.

Art therapy, taken to another level. This is an amazing book for feminist inspiration combined with art. It encourages people to draw, be creative and express themselves without fear of failure. It works through a series of therapy chapters, with stories of woman across humanity who are true leaders in their field, and using them as inspiration to seek the power within yourself.

I found the biographies of inspirational women, well, truly inspirational. The exercises were fun, challenging and brought out my creative side, and made me recognise that although I love drawing and art, I don't do it because I fear failure - that my creations won't be good enough.

This is a book that delivers on everything it promises to be.

My takeaway from this preview has been singular and simple: I need to buy this book in print. A second takeaway has just manifested: I need to buy multiple copies and give them to my friends. A lot of these books exist in the market today and it's fantastic. They are filling needs - somewhat desperate needs. What I liked about this book in particular is the focus on diverse individuals - women, female-identifying, and gender nonconforming. Really fantastic selection of highlighted women include women of color - both racially and ethnically - wide ranging. Also, I love the idea of asking women to describe and define their own versions of femininity, challenging social norms and what they/we have grown up defining ourselves against. Really special. Highly recommended.

You had me at Badass Babe.

I expected this to be part journal, part self help book. And while that's mostly what it is, it also includes loads of information about strong women in history. Women in sports, women in science. Activists, inventors, just badass women in general.

And sprinkled in is plenty to keep your mind active, your soul calmed, and your spirit cleansed. From self care to self expression, there's loads to see and do here. This would make an excellent 2018 self care journal.