Nov 202612
Book Festival of the MJCCA / Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
7:30 PM
The USA Today bestseller
She was only eleven-and-a-half inches tall, but she would change the world.
A cinematic look back at the early days of Mattel when Ruth Handler’s vision for a new kind of doll revolutionized the toy industry while empowering young girls. Beyond the creation of an iconic doll is a business caper filled with egos, scandals, and women breaking the glass ceiling.
A RuPaul’s Book Club PickIncludes Exclusive Vintage Barbie Photos

Stories by Renée Rosen
Remarkable women. Unforgettable moments in history.

The author behind the stories
Welcome and thanks for stopping by. As an author, I’m always drawn to underdogs, especially those ambitious women who defied the odds and made their mark on history. My goal is to bring these stories to you in such vivid detail that you feel transported to another time and place. I like to write scene to scene and engage all the senses to create an immersive reading experience. After you’ve turned the last page, my hope is that you’ve been entertained, surprised and even inspired by my leading ladies.
More about RenéeFrom authors & reviewers
Renée Rosen is my go-to for whip-smart heroines who love their work.
Kate Quinnon Park Avenue Summer
What a fresh and fun take on Barbie lore!
Shelby Van Pelton Let’s Call Her Barbie
Witty and beautifully imagined…Rosen delights with breezy dialogue and keen insights into the era. Historical fans will love this.
Publishers Weekly (starred review)on The Social Graces
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