Florence Given

Florence Given is a British author, illustrator, and feminist activist whose bestselling books and bold social media presence have made her one of the most prominent young feminist voices in the UK. Based in London and originally from Plymouth, Given studied at the London College of Fashion and built a massive following through her colourful, provocative feminist illustrations before publishing her first book. Women Don't Owe You Pretty (2020) was a publishing phenomenon — a feminist manifesto that challenged patriarchal narratives around beauty, relationships, and self-worth, and became a Sunday Times bestseller. Its direct, unapologetic tone resonated powerfully with young women navigating modern dating culture, social media, and identity. Girlcrush (2022), her debut novel, is a dark, seductive retelling of Jekyll and Hyde through a feminist lens. It follows Eartha, a young bisexual woman navigating viral fame on a social media app, exploring the gap between online personas and private selves as the distance between the two becomes dangerous. The novel was a number one Sunday Times bestseller. Given is also an award-winning podcaster and continues to create illustrations and content that challenge conventions around gender, sexuality, and self-expression. Her work is bold, visually striking, and deliberately provocative. Her strength is accessibility — she takes complex feminist ideas and presents them in language and imagery that connect with a young, digitally native audience without diluting the message. The audiobook editions of Given's books are energetic and engaging. Her books and audiobooks are perfect for readers who want feminist writing that is direct, modern, and unapologetically bold.