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Why We Need More Cinderellas in a World of Mulans
The more I read fiction, the more I come across one type of female lead: the strong, independent girl who is a boss and doesn’t need a prince to save her. This is a common archetype in today’s fiction. But while we need stories of strong women who are just as capable of leading and conquering as men, my concern is that we are drifting away and forgetting that soft femininity is just as valuable. There are countless girls out there who need the reminder that not all women are the take-charge and outgoing type, and that is alright; in fact, it is admirable. The Rise of Strong, Female Leads…

