Global pop superstar Dua Lipa, 30, is once again proving her cultural influence extends far beyond the music charts. The “Levitating” and “One Kiss” singer has announced her November pick for the Service95 Book Club — The Handmaid’s Tale by acclaimed Canadian author Margaret Atwood.
The Grammy-winning artist, known for her passion for literature and advocacy of diverse storytelling, launched her Service95 book club to spotlight global authors and powerful narratives. Each month, Dua curates a book selection accompanied by author interviews, themed playlists, and interactive discussions designed to connect readers worldwide.
Dua Lipa’s Powerful November Pick
Announcing the choice on Monday via social media, Dua wrote:
“Margaret Atwood: iconic, heroic… prophetic? My Monthly Read for November is The Handmaid’s Tale, a book that terrified me when I read it in high school, but which I could at least mentally file under ‘dystopian fiction’. Today, I’m not so sure.”
She continued, explaining that Atwood’s chilling novel — originally published in 1985 — feels strikingly relevant today. “The story follows a woman trapped in the hellish world of Gilead, where the United States becomes a totalitarian theocracy and women lose all rights over their bodies,” she added.
Reflecting on Margaret Atwood’s Legacy
Dua also shared her admiration for Margaret Atwood’s new memoir, Book of Lives, saying it offers valuable context behind The Handmaid’s Tale.
“Margaret has said that she didn’t make any of it up,” Dua noted. “After re-reading The Handmaid’s Tale alongside her incredible new memoir, I understand what she means. The memoir gives fascinating context, showing the real historical events that inspired the novel — events that feel unsettlingly familiar to what’s happening across the world right now.”
A Blend of Music, Literature, and Social Awareness
Through Service95, Dua Lipa continues to inspire fans to engage with art and social commentary through reading. Her monthly picks, which have featured authors from around the globe, aim to bridge the gap between pop culture and literary activism — proving that the singer’s impact resonates far beyond the stage.
With The Handmaid’s Tale as November’s pick, Dua Lipa invites readers to reflect on themes of freedom, identity, and resistance, making this month’s choice both haunting and deeply relevant in today’s world.