Epic Athletes: Serena Williams. Written by Dan Wetzel. Illustrations by Sloane Leong. Henry Holt and Company, 2019. Juvenile biography chapter book.Raised by parents in Compton, California, Serena and Venus Williams were groomed to be fabulous tennis players. Smart, strong, and athletic, the coaching by their father and the support of their family paid off and made their dreams come through. The hard work, neverending mental concentration, and focus on the game itself. and not the drama surrounding it, worked well to create champions. The book mentions the strong faith, the family loyalty, and does not shy away from the controversies that have often been part of Serena's world.
I confess to not knowing much about tennis. This well written book is the perfect introduction to one of its greatest stars. The chapters are introduced by graphic novel type illustrations that will appeal to some students. But, the narrative is fast paced and interesting. Those unfamiliar with the Williams' sisters may come away with new admiration for them, their talents, and their desire to help others.
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