If you were fascinated by the vision of an all-female utopia and the social dynamics explored in Herland, you'll love Woman on the Edge of Time. Connie Ramos, the protagonist, is offered a glimpse into a future society that has abolished gender roles and reimagined family, work, and community. The novel invites you to compare and question the structures of our world through Connie's journey, much like the explorers in Gilman's story.

If you enjoyed the richly imagined and detailed society of Herland, you'll find The Dispossessed deeply satisfying. Le Guin crafts the planet Anarres as a thought-provoking anarchist utopia, exploring how its values shape everything from relationships to science. Like Gilman, Le Guin immerses you in a world that challenges norms and makes you question what a just society could look like.

If Herland's portrayal of strong, intelligent women redefining societal expectations resonated with you, The Power will grip you. Alderman's novel flips the gender dynamic as women worldwide develop the ability to produce electric shocks, upending the balance of power. Through characters like Roxy and Margot, you'll witness a sharp, compelling examination of gender, authority, and what happens when the world is remade by women.

If you found Herland's social critique and allegorical approach compelling, The Gate to Women's Country offers a powerful exploration of a post-apocalyptic matriarchal society. Tepper’s world is shaped by a deliberate moral vision, with women steering the remnants of civilization toward peace and sustainability. The story's secrets and choices provoke deep questions about violence, gender, and the costs of utopia.

If you liked the way Herland explored society’s foundations and sparked reflection on deep questions, Native Tongue will intrigue you. The novel centers on a future where women linguists secretly invent a language to subvert patriarchal oppression. Elgin’s narrative invites you to ponder how language shapes reality and how resistance can be built from the ground up.