I am Billie Jean King

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What is I am Billie Jean King about?

Billie Jean King loved tennis from an early age and worked hard to become one of the world’s greatest players. But she soon noticed that women athletes were not treated fairly. Determined to challenge this injustice, Billie Jean fought for equal opportunities and recognition for women in sport. This lively biography follows her journey from enthusiastic young player to champion and campaigner, showing how her courage, determination and belief in equality helped change tennis and opened doors for future generations.

About the author

Brad Meltzer is an American author who writes exciting books for children and adults. He is best known for the Ordinary People Change the World series, including I Am Amelia Earhart and I Am Abraham Lincoln. Created with illustrator Chris Eliopoulos, these colourful books show how famous people were once children, too, and inspire readers to be brave and kind.