An 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. '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' Serena
Williams In 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. She 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. Hers 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. __________________________ 'Compelling... a brave and moving book a
must-read for tennis fans and a vivid slice of social history' Melanie Reid The Times 'A
terrific read' Constance Craig Smith Daily Mail '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 ... All In describes a life comprising one epic struggle after another
both on and off court' Fiona Sturges Guardian '[She] writes candidly about a career that
led the way for women's sports as we know them . . . thoughtful soul-searching' Tim Adams
Observer 'This is a fascinating energising inspirational book from a woman who continues
to set the standard for making a positive difference in the world' Clare Balding
