In The Queen of My Self, Donna Henes proposes a completely original paradigm— that of the midlife Queen, a woman in her prime who has achieved wisdom, mastery, and self-esteem— that reflects more accurately the realities and needs of women today. Henes draws on history, mythology, and literature, her own life experience, as well as stories from women in many different societies, situations and stations to provide upbeat, practical, and ceremonial inspiration for all women who want to enjoy the fruits of an influential, passionate, and powerful maturity.

“Finally, an archetype of midlife power and maturity that I can relate to— The Queen. Thank you Donna for providing this much-needed missing piece of women’s wisdom.”

—Christiane Northrup, M.D. Author of Women’s Bodies, Women’s Wisdom and The Wisdom of Menopause

There is a difference between being selfish and being who you are. When you are strong and stand firm in this knowledge you can be both generous and loving and also know when to back off and take care of yourself. I believe women have twisted themselves into knots to be who they think should be and act in ways that is not true to their being. Donna describes her journey to Queendom in vivid and poignant detail offering along the way guideposts that we can all recognize. This is not a how-to-book but a declaration of a new archetype that will empower women all over the planet. My niece wanted to know how to become a Queen after reading Donna’s article in last month’s issue. I told her I would lend her my copy of Donna’s. This book is geared toward women entering midlife but I think this is a valuable book for Queens in the making. Buy it for your friends, daughters and the women you love.