Join a magical community where stories inspired by Disney will transport you to enchanting places around the world—all from the comfort of your home.
Whether you’re an avid reader, a Disney enthusiast, or someone who simply loves the idea of “traveling” through books, you’re in the right place. Each quarter, we’ll explore a new book that sparks the imagination, immerses us in adventure, and helps us see the world in a new light.
What to Expect:
- Community Connection: Engage with fellow members who share your love for Disney, travel, and books.
- Magical Reads: Our selections, picked with your involvement, will include books inspired by Disney themes, locations, and beloved stories.
- Virtual Adventures: Discussion prompts, fun facts, and insights to enhance your reading experience.
What We’re Reading
The Queens of Animation: The Untold Story of the Women Who Transformed the World of Disney and Made Cinematic History
By: Nathalia Holt
From Snow White to Moana, from Pinocchio to Frozen, the animated films of Walt Disney Studios have moved and entertained millions. But few fans know that behind these groundbreaking features was an incredibly influential group of women who fought for respect in an often ruthless male-dominated industry and who have slipped under the radar for decades.
In The Queens of Animation, bestselling author Nathalia Holt tells their dramatic stories for the first time, showing how these women infiltrated the boys’ club of Disney’s story and animation departments and used early technologies to create the rich artwork and unforgettable narratives that have become part of the American canon. As the influence of Walt Disney Studios grew — and while battling sexism, domestic abuse, and workplace intimidation — these women also fought to transform the way female characters are depicted to young audiences.
With gripping storytelling, and based on extensive interviews and exclusive access to archival and personal documents, The Queens of Animation reveals the vital contributions these women made to Disney’s Golden Age and their continued impact on animated filmmaking, culminating in the record-shattering Frozen, Disney’s first female-directed full-length feature film.
Join the Conversation
Each quarter we’ll discuss our current read in a lively video chat.
Upcoming Book Club Meeting: December 9 at 7 PM EST
For the link to the video chat and email reminders, click below.