How Not to Be a Superwoman: A Handbook for Women to Survive the Patriarchy

The book serves as a vital wake-up call against internalized misogyny and unrealistic gender expectations. It blends investigative reporting, sociological insights, and personal narratives to challenge how modern society normalizes the exploitation of women's labor both at home and in the workplace

Nilanjana Bhowmick is an award-winning journalist with over two decades of experience reporting on gender, development, and social issues. She has worked with the BBC, TIME magazine, and The Washington Post, and is also the author of the critically acclaimed bestseller Lies Our Mothers Told Us: The Indian Woman's Burden

• • How Not to Be a Superwoman exposes how the modern gospel of "having it all" is often a trap designed to uphold patriarchal convenience. Through stories of women who have walked away from the endless loop of trying to please everyone, the book encourages readers to discard societal validation, prioritize mental well-being, and redefine success on their own terms.