Becoming Sheroes: Stories of Heartstrong Women

One of my friends in our ARMY fanbase, Titas of BTS, Tita Mars Atienza is co-author of a book that highlights the strength of women, young and young at heart. Their book, a collection of stories of women overcoming barriers had a book launch last March 16, 2024. What a timely month to release a book by women and of women. It was Women's Month and we carry on this celebration in April because it's National Literature Month.

Here is the press release of the book, Becoming Sheroes: Stories of Heartstrong Women.

Filipina Sheroes unfurls 15 empowering stories of women in new book

Inspiring Filipino women through different stories of hardships and triumph, the book launch of "Becoming Sheroes: Stories of Heartstrong Women" last Saturday, March 16, was an extraordinary celebration of women's spirit.

Filipina Sheroes, led by multi-awarded professional, author, and speaker Monica Maralit, successfully unveiled their book, featuring a collection of stories about the inner strength and determination of women to overcome challenges and become heroes in their own ways.

"I want to thank each one of our Sheroes who took the time to write the book and share their stories. I hope that their journey will be able to encourage readers, especially young women, to embrace their strengths and strive for their purpose as they navigate the complexities of life," said Maralit.

Co-authored by Maralit with 14 other exceptional Filipinas, showcases the possibilities arising from embracing one’s journey and recognizing the strength that comes from overcoming the challenges of life. Other Filipina Sheroes who were profiled in the book include Marissa Atienza, Karen Batungbacal, Rebecca Bustamante, Kristine Calleja, Ayhee Campos, Laurice Chiongbian, Mawi Fojas deOcampo, Nica Jones, Shawntel Nieto, Arizza Nocum, Paulynn Sicam, Unyx Sta. Ana, Stephanie Tumampos, and Sharon Vaswani.

During the event, Maralit also introduced the first batch of female youth scholars from the Victoria Heartstrong Organization who will be supported through the book’s proceeds. The Victoria Heartstrong Foundation is a nonprofit organization founded by Maralit, in honor of her mother and grandmother, aiming to empower teenage girls in underprivileged backgrounds through education.

"In the coming months, we will also be doing other programs for our scholars, specifically on health and wellness, and leadership. This program is not just about giving money but it’s about helping them build a sustainable way of life so that they can make the right choices for their future," she said.

"Becoming Sheroes: Stories of Heartstrong Women" is now available on Filipina Sheroes' official website, filipinasheroes.com, and e-commerce platforms Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Walmart. This is the link to the order form. 

I will be interviewing Tita Mars so wait for it in the blog.