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n this collection of essays, women in the language industry reflect on the issues that are most important to them — whether that’s upending stereotypes, finding their true calling, or making room for motherhood. Some of the women consider the role that gender has played in their professional lives and multicultural experiences. Others emphasize the importance of lifting other women up through mentoring and leadership. By giving advice, sharing struggles, and imparting lessons learned, these inspiring stories of work and womanhood serve as a celebration of the remarkable ladies in the language field.