Reading Recs: Athlete Authors
Want to get your page count up during Women’s History Month? From inspirational biographies to self-help and more, we’ve got a whole list of reading recs just for you — all written by incredible women in sports.
Dear Black Girls: How to Be True to You
By: A’ja Wilson
Published: 2024
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We know two-time MVP A’ja Wilson is a star on the court — now she’s a star on the New York Times Best Sellers list, too. In her debut as an author, Wilson shares empowering stories and advice for other young black girls who are finding their way.
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Coming Home
Brittney Griner with Michelle Buford
Published: 2024
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Brittney Griner’s book doesn’t hit shelves until early May, but we have no doubt it should be on your TBR list. This memoir tells of Griner’s wrongful detainment in Russia for nearly ten months - and how family, love, and sheer determination brought her home.
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Dear Black Girls: How to Be True to You
By: A’ja Wilson
Published: 2024
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We know two-time MVP A’ja Wilson is a star on the court — now she’s a star on the New York Times Best Sellers list, too. In her debut as an author, Wilson shares empowering stories and advice for other young black girls who are finding their way.
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Coming Home
Brittney Griner with Michelle Buford
Published: 2024
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Brittney Griner’s book doesn’t hit shelves until early May, but we have no doubt it should be on your TBR list. This memoir tells of Griner’s wrongful detainment in Russia for nearly ten months - and how family, love, and sheer determination brought her home.
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Limitless: The Power of Hope and Resilience to Overcome Circumstance
By: Mallory Weggemann with Tiffany Yecke Brooks
Published: 2021
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After becoming paralyzed during a routine medical procedure, Mallory Weggemann became a paralympic swimming champion. Shortly after finding success in the pool, Weggemann suffered another injury that tested her determination and resolve. Weggemann shares her story and offers advice on how to overcome obstacles.
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All In: An Autobiography
By: Billie Jean King, Johnette Howard, Maryanne Vollers
Published: 2021
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Long live the King (Billie Jean, that is). In this intimate autobiography, King takes readers behind the curtain regarding her life both off and on the tennis court. King tackles nearly every subject imaginable, from her journey to self-acceptance to leadership and activism.
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Limitless: The Power of Hope and Resilience to Overcome Circumstance
By: Mallory Weggemann with Tiffany Yecke Brooks
Published: 2021
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After becoming paralyzed during a routine medical procedure, Mallory Weggemann became a paralympic swimming champion. Shortly after finding success in the pool, Weggemann suffered another injury that tested her determination and resolve. Weggemann shares her story and offers advice on how to overcome obstacles.
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All In: An Autobiography
By: Billie Jean King, Johnette Howard, Maryanne Vollers
Published: 2021
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Long live the King (Billie Jean, that is). In this intimate autobiography, King takes readers behind the curtain regarding her life both off and on the tennis court. King tackles nearly every subject imaginable, from her journey to self-acceptance to leadership and activism.
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One Life
By: Megan Rapinoe with Emma Brockes
Published in: 2020
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Go behind the scenes with one of the most talked-about athletes of our lifetime: Megan Rapinoe. Pinoe covers all the highs, lows, and in-betweens of the life that led her to the world’s biggest stage — and how she continued to use that platform to make her voice heard.
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Mud, Maul, Mascara
By: Catherine Spencer
Published: 2020
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Catherine Spencer was the captain of England’s women’s rugby team for three years, leading the squad to six Six Nations Cup victories, a European cup, and the World Cup final in her tenure — all while holding down a separate full-time job. A book for anyone who has ever had a dream, or self-doubt, or a yearning for a really good, mud-proof mascara.
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One Life
By: Megan Rapinoe with Emma Brockes
Published in: 2020
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Go behind the scenes with one of the most talked-about athletes of our lifetime: Megan Rapinoe. Pinoe covers all the highs, lows, and in-betweens of the life that led her to the world’s biggest stage — and how she continued to use that platform to make her voice heard.
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Mud, Maul, Mascara
By: Catherine Spencer
Published: 2020
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Catherine Spencer was the captain of England’s women’s rugby team for three years, leading the squad to six Six Nations Cup victories, a European cup, and the World Cup final in her tenure — all while holding down a separate full-time job. A book for anyone who has ever had a dream, or self-doubt, or a yearning for a really good, mud-proof mascara.
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Standing Tall: A Memoir of Tragedy and Triumph
By: C. Vivian Stringer
Published: 2008
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Legendary basketball coach C. Vivian Stringer shares her incredible journey of perseverance through personal turmoil and professional triumph in her autobiography. Coach Stringer’s life story is all about love — for the game, her players, and her family.
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A Kind of Grace: The Autobiography of the World's Greatest Female Athlete
By: Jackie Joyner-Kersee and Sonja Steptoe
Published: 1997
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Jackie Joyner-Kersee is one of the world's most successful athletes, dominating the women's decathlon for many years. In this book, the icon discusses how she overcame difficult early years to rise to the top.
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Standing Tall: A Memoir of Tragedy and Triumph
By: C. Vivian Stringer
Published: 2008
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Legendary basketball coach C. Vivian Stringer shares her incredible journey of perseverance through personal turmoil and professional triumph in her autobiography. Coach Stringer’s life story is all about love — for the game, her players, and her family.
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A Kind of Grace: The Autobiography of the World's Greatest Female Athlete
By: Jackie Joyner-Kersee and Sonja Steptoe
Published: 1997
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Jackie Joyner-Kersee is one of the world's most successful athletes, dominating the women's decathlon for many years. In this book, the icon discusses how she overcame difficult early years to rise to the top.
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