{"title":"Books by Billie Jean King","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"9780241988466","title":"All In","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn inspiring and intimate self-portrait of the champion of equality that encompasses her brilliant tennis career, unwavering activism, and an ongoing commitment to fairness and social justice.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e'A constant role model in my life, Billie Jean King is a leading example of integrity in the face of adversity. The book's powerfully honest and unapologetic candor is a reflection of King's brilliant mark on the world and the glass ceilings she shattered' \u003c\/b\u003eSerena Williams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this spirited account, Billie Jean King details her life's journey to find her true self. She recounts her groundbreaking tennis career -- six years as the top-ranked woman in the world, twenty Wimbledon championships, thirty-nine grand-slam titles, and her watershed defeat of Bobby Riggs in the famous \"Battle of the Sexes.\" She poignantly recalls the cultural backdrop of those years and the profound impact on her worldview from the women's movement, the assassinations and anti-war protests of the 1960s, the civil rights movement, and, eventually, the LGBTQ+ rights movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShe describes the myriad challenges she's hurdled -- entrenched sexism, an eating disorder, near financial ruin after being outed -- on her path to publicly and unequivocally acknowledging her sexual identity at the age of fifty-one. And she talks about how her life today remains one of indefatigable service. She offers insights and advice on leadership, business, activism, sports, politics, marriage equality, parenting, sexuality, and love. She shows how living honestly and openly has had a transformative effect on her relationships and happiness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHers is the story of a pathbreaking feminist, a world-class athlete, and an indomitable spirit whose impact has transcended even her spectacular achievements in sports.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Compelling... a brave and moving book, a must-read for tennis fans and a vivid slice of social history'\u003c\/b\u003e Melanie Reid, \u003ci\u003eThe Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e'A terrific read' \u003c\/b\u003eConstance Craig Smith, \u003ci\u003eDaily Mail\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e'A vivid and detailed account of her rise to sporting greatness and her struggles to attain equal treatment for women in a shockingly discriminatory sport\u003c\/b\u003e... All In describes a life comprising \u003cb\u003eone epic struggle after another\u003c\/b\u003e, both on and off court' Fiona Sturges, \u003ci\u003eGuardian\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e'[She] writes candidly about a career that led the way for women's sports as we know them . . . thoughtful, soul-searching'\u003c\/b\u003e Tim Adams, \u003ci\u003eObserver\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e'This is a fascinating, energising, inspirational book from a woman who continues to set the standard for making a positive difference in the world'\u003c\/b\u003e Clare Balding\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43201662615730,"sku":"9780241988466","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780241988466_bea30c1d-091b-4cc6-882e-3d508d6541a3.jpg?v=1786012209"},{"product_id":"9780241656211","title":"A Kids Book About Equality","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStart the conversation about inequality early, and empower kids to do something about it!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a kids book about equality. Equality is worth standing up for because each one of us matters, and when we are all included and represented equally, we all thrive.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book helps kids aged 5-9 to notice when things are unfair, ask why, and do something about it. Find out about gender inequality by one of the greatest tennis players in history, Billie Jean King, and her first hand experience with the topic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eA Kids Book About Equality \u003c\/i\u003efeatures: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- A large and bold, yet minimalist font design that allows kids freedom to imagine themselves in the words on the pages.\u003cbr\u003e- A friendly, approachable, and empowering, kid-appropriate tone throughout.\u003cbr\u003e- An incredible and diverse group of authors in the series who are experts or have first-hand experience of the topic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTackling important discourse together! \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe\u003ci\u003e A Kids Book About\u003c\/i\u003e series are best used when read together. Helping to kickstart challenging, empowering, and important conversations for kids and their grownups through beautiful and thought-provoking pages. The series supports an incredible and diverse group of authors, who are either experts in their field, or have first-hand experience on the topic. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Kids Co. is a new kind of media company enabling kids to explore big topics in a new and engaging way. With a growing series of books, podcasts and blogs, made to empower. 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The book arrives 53 years after King and eight other women players broke with the male tennis establishment and launched their own professional tour.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith this gorgeous, photographically forward, and deeply moving ode to women’s tennis, King and coauathor Cynthia Star will continue the remarkable story in which King has played such an integral role, shedding new light on barriers that were overcome and milestones that were achieved. Women’s tennis today has never been more popular across the globe and, as this book demonstrates, has never been more diverse and inclusive.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56301766279541,"sku":"9781524878023","price":49.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781524878023_3078f69b-d626-4a9b-9cf1-50ae8dc3d79c.jpg?v=1786022213"},{"product_id":"see-it-to-be-it","title":"See It To Be It","description":"\u003cb\u003eA National Education Association Read Across America selection\u003cbr\u003eA Bookshop Best New Kids book for August 2026\u003cbr\u003eIncluded in Literary Hub's 10 Great New Children's Books Out in August 2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTennis legend Billie Jean King profiles 11 of today’s pioneering athletes in women's sports in this inspiring nonfiction book written with noted journalist Liz Robbins and based on exclusive interviews that will empower athletes and sports fans ages 12 and up.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBillie Jean King made history in her 1973 \"Battle of the Sexes\" tennis match against Bobby Riggs. 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Based on exclusive interviews and featuring never-before-published photos, this electrifying book shares true stories that will energize young athletes and prove that legends aren’t just born, they’re made—both on and off the playing field.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAthletes profiled are Caitlin Clark (basketball), Diana Flores (flag football), Kendall Coyne Schofield (hockey), Midge Purce (soccer), Asjia O’Neal (volleyball), Kelsie Whitmore (baseball), Amit Elor (wrestling), McKenzie Coan (swimming), Nikki Hiltz (track), Chelsea Gray (basketball), and Naomi Osaka (tennis).","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57487866429813,"sku":"9781662681448","price":23.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781662681448.jpg?v=1786355089"}],"url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/collections\/author-billie-jean-king.oembed","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}