The Extraordinary Life of Serena Williams

Yoto says: Jump into the action with one of the world's greatest tennis champions, Serena Williams, and allow her empowering story to inspire you to always go for gold! A shining addition to The Extraordinary Life series.

The story of a game-changing tennis champion.

Serena Williams began playing tennis when she was just a child and is now an Olympic champion who's won more Grand Slam singles titles than anyone else.

Throughout her life she's battled many things, from life-threatening illnesses and sports injuries, to sexism and racism in the tennis world.

Now she's an icon in sport, fashion and activism, an inspiration to every young person who has dared to dream big.

Extraordinary Lives is a bold, inclusive biography series shining a light on modern and historical figures. Entertaining, accessible and educational, they are the perfect introductions to these amazing people and their achievements.

Illustrated by Ashley Evans.