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Moment of Lift Books, created by Melinda French Gates in partnership with Flatiron Books, is an imprint dedicated to publishing original nonfiction by visionaries working to unlock a more equal world for women and girls.
We Are Called to Rise
by Jina Krause-Vilmar
In We Are Called to Rise: The Power of Refugee Women, Jina Krause-Vilmar brings her decades of expertise in refugee and immigrant economic inclusion to inspire readers to recognize and embrace the economic potential of refugee women and break the invisible barriers that constrain their power.
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Photo by Michael Hanson. Melinda French Gates speaks with David Moinina Sengeh, author of Radical Inclusion, in Seattle, Washington.
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Dear Black Girls
by A’ja Wilson
From two-time WNBA MVP and Olympic gold medalist A’ja Wilson comes Dear Black Girls: How to Be True to You, an inspirational collection about what it means to grow up as a Black girl in America.
The Worlds I See
by Dr. Fei-Fei Li
A fascinating origin story of artificial intelligence told by one of its earliest pioneers, Dr. Fei-Fei Li, The Worlds I See explores not only the extraordinary power of this life-changing technology, but the need to use it responsibly.
Meet the Authors
David Moinina Sengeh
Available NowLearn MoreRadical Inclusion: Seven Steps To Help You Create A More Just Workplace, Home, and World offers a step-by-step guide for anyone wanting to play a role in making the world a more inclusive place.
A’ja Wilson
Available NowLearn MoreA’ja Wilson is a two-time WNBA MVP and Olympic gold medalist. A’ja’s book, Dear Black Girls: How to Be True to You, is an inspirational collection about what it means to grow up as a Black girl in America.
Dr. Fei-Fei Li
Now In PaperbackLearn MoreFei-Fei Li is a computer science professor at Stanford and a leading thinker in the field of artificial intelligence. The Worlds I See explores Dr. Li’s fascinating life story, the critical role she played in the development of modern AI, and her ongoing efforts to make it a more human-centered pursuit.
Jina Krause-Vilmar
Coming September 2026Learn MoreJina Krause-Vilmar is the executive director of the Family and Workers Fund, a philanthropic coalition advancing inclusive economic growth and reducing poverty. Her new book will explore the long-untapped potential of women’s economic power.
Joanne N. Smith
Coming 2026Joanne N. Smith is the founder and CEO of Girls for Gender Equity. Her new book celebrates the joy, power, and experiences of Black girls and gender-expansive youth while challenging us to create better conditions for young people to thrive.
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About Moment of Lift Books
Moment of Lift Books, created by Melinda French Gates in partnership with Flatiron Books, publishes original nonfiction by visionaries who are working to unlock a more equal world for women and girls.
