Run Like a Girl: 50 Extraordinary and Inspiring Sportswomen

By Danielle Brown

Book Overview

Sports Book of the Year 2022 Winner

Run Like a Girl is a collection of fascinating biographical stories about 50 highly successful sportswomen, from the most decorated track athlete ever Allyson Felix to tennis legend Serena Williams and ground-breaking ballet dancer Misty Copeland. All over the world, there are female athletes breaking barriers, pushing limits and achieving amazing things, but where did their journeys begin? And what challenges did they have to overcome to get where they are today? As well as giving an insight into their influences, motivations and achievements, each story reminds us that failing can teach us just as much as winning; success isn't limited to the sports field; and 'running like a girl' can lead you all the way to the top.

Inspirational biographical stories from 50 of the world's top female athletes
Illustrated spreads bring each story to life, with panels providing facts and best achievements
Written by the co-author of Be Your Best Self (Button, 2019), shortlisted for the Telegraph Children's Sports Book of the Year 2020
For ages 7+

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1787081087
• ISBN13: 9781787081086
• Release Date: September 2021
• Publisher: Button Books
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.8" x 9.1"
• Age Range: 7 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 2 and higher