Because I Was a Girl

*Because I Was a Girl* is an inspiring collection of true stories by women and girls about the obstacles, challenges, and opportunities they've faced...because of their gender. Edited by #1 *New York Times*-bestselling author Melissa de la Cruz, the book is the perfect gift for girls of all ages.

The collection includes writings from an impressive array of girls and women who are trailblazers in their fields, including bestselling authors Victoria Aveyard, Libba Bray, and Margaret Stohl; Hollywood heavy-hitters like Stacey Snider and Quvenzhane Wallis; renowned chef Katie Button; aerospace and mechanical engineer Emily Calandrelli; and many more.

*Because I Was a Girl* features powerful stories from:

Elizabeth Acevedo

Katrina Adams

Victoria Aveyard

Brenda Bowen

Libba Bray

Katie Button

Emily Calandrelli

Christina Craemer

Willabell Davis

Melissa de la Cruz

Abby Falik

Joan Hanawi

Jane Hawley

Tina Hay...