What's happened
Tennis legend Serena Williams to release intimate memoir and inspirational work
Why it matters
The announcement of Serena Williams' two-book deal with Random House is significant as it marks her transition from professional tennis and offers fans an opportunity to gain insight into her personal and professional life.
What the papers say
The Independent and AP News both report on Serena Williams' two-book deal with Random House, providing consistent details about the content of the books and Williams' statement regarding the projects.
How we got here
Serena Williams announced her retirement from professional tennis shortly before the 2022 US Open and has not played since. This marks a new chapter in her career as she delves into writing.
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Serena Jameka Williams is an American professional tennis player and former world No. 1 in women's single tennis. She has won 23 Grand Slam singles titles, the most by any player in the Open Era, and the second-most of all time behind Margaret Court.