Brene Brown books

Brene Brown is an American researcher, professor, and bestselling author known for her work on vulnerability, courage, and shame.

Dare to Lead Reading Order

Title Published Buy on Amazon
Dare to Lead 2018 Buy
Strong Ground 2025 Buy

Non-Fiction

Title Published Buy on Amazon
Women & Shame 2004 Buy
I Thought It Was Just Me 2007 Buy
Connections 2009 Buy
Men, Women, and Worthiness 2012 Buy
Daring Greatly 2012 Buy
The Power of Vulnerability 2013 Buy
The Gifts of Imperfect Parenting 2013 Buy
Rising Strong 2015 Buy
Present Over Perfect 2016 Buy
Love, Henri 2016 Buy
Rising Strong as a Spiritual Practice 2017 Buy
Braving the Wilderness 2017 Buy
The Gifts of Imperfection 2018 Buy
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People 2018 Buy
Atlas of the Heart 2021 Buy

Brene Brown is a research professor at the University of Houston who studies courage, vulnerability, shame, and empathy. Her 2010 TED talk, “The Power of Vulnerability,” brought her work to a wide audience, and she has since published multiple bestselling books on these subjects. Daring Greatly, Rising Strong, Braving the Wilderness, and Atlas of the Heart have all reached the New York Times bestseller list.

Brown’s writing translates academic research into accessible language for general readers. Her Dare to Lead series focuses specifically on leadership, while her broader non-fiction catalog addresses personal growth and emotional resilience. She has also produced podcasts, audiobook-specific content, and a Netflix special. Her work has had a significant influence on how people talk about vulnerability and shame in both personal and professional settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Brene Brown written?

Brene Brown has written seventeen books across two series.

What was Brene Brown's first book?

Brene Brown’s first book is Women & Shame, published in 2004.

What is Brene Brown's most popular book?

Daring Greatly (2012) is often considered Brene Brown’s most popular book. It explores how vulnerability is a source of strength rather than weakness, and it became a New York Times bestseller. Her TED talk on vulnerability has been viewed over 60 million times.

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