Monica is currently working on a 2nd official bio! posted by jseles (Monica-Seles.com webmaster) on 3/19/2008
In 1996, Monica Seles wrote her official biography : From Fear To Victory. 12 years later - and only a couple of weeks after announcing her retirement from the tennis pro tour - Monica Seles is working on a 2nd book. She will share her story and reveal how she found back balance, strength and happiness in her life.
According to the following article, which was posted by a trusted source, IMG, Penguin Group will publish the book in March 2009.
Monica Seles to Pen Memoir for Avery
Nine-Time Grand Slam Tennis Winner and Current Contestant on 'Dancing with the Stars' Story of Self Discovery and Triumph to Be Released in March 2009
NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - March 19, 2008) - Tennis icon Monica Seles has sold her memoir to Avery, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA). The untitled project is scheduled for publication in March 2009. The auction for world rights was conducted by Dana Beck at Bill Adler Books.
In this inspiring and revealing memoir, Seles will explore her remarkable journey of brilliant tennis, fame, tragedy, loss and self-discovery. After years of having every aspect of her training, diet and life dictated and scrutinized by others, Monica took control, deciding what she wanted from life and set out to obtain it. Cutting through the fog of sadness, fear and frustration that made Seles overweight and unhappy, today she looks and feels better than ever and has created a life in balance.
Seles said, "On February 14th, I officially retired from professional tennis, closing one chapter of my life. I'm now opening a new chapter where I hope to share how I found balance, strength and happiness in my life after a rollercoaster ride of exhilarating accomplishment and sometimes overwhelming tragedy. Avery is giving me the opportunity to put this journey in words, and I'm thrilled to be working with them."
Megan Newman, Publisher at Avery, said, "Avery is delighted to be publishing Monica Seles' book. Her remarkable, uplifting story is one that will resonate with readers -- those who were fans during her illustrious tennis career and those who will meet her for the first time. It is an honor to be working with such a talented athlete and promising author."
John Steele, Senior Vice President at IMG, who represents Seles in her non-tennis activities, added, "Since Monica won the French Open at age 16, she has been living in the public spotlight but she has never really discussed the struggles that went along with all the victories. It will be both a remarkable read and a motivating story of finding health and happiness."
About the Author
Earlier this year, Seles, 34, announced her retirement from professional tennis. Over her extraordinary career, she earned nine Grand Slam titles and won 53 singles and six doubles tournaments. She first became No. 1 in the world in March 1991. Seles was No. 1 for 178 weeks during the next two years -- the youngest No. 1 ever at the time -- until tragedy struck in April 1993, when she was stabbed in the back by a deranged fan during a match in Hamburg, Germany. She was not able to play again for more than two years. When she did return, she won even more hearts with her comeback win at the Canadian Open, and then reached the U.S. Open final the following month. Remarkably, she then won her ninth Grand Slam title at the Australian Open in January 1996. Seles joined the cast of the sixth season of ABC's hit "Dancing with the Stars" in 2008.
About Penguin Group (USA)
Penguin Group (USA) Inc. is the U.S. member of the internationally renowned Penguin Group. Penguin Group (USA) is one of the leading U.S. adult and children's trade book publishers, owning a wide range of imprints and trademarks, including Viking, G. P. Putnam's Sons, The Penguin Press, Riverhead Books, Dutton, Penguin Books, Berkley Books, Gotham Books, Portfolio, New American Library, Plume, Tarcher, Avery, Philomel, Grosset & Dunlap, Puffin, and Frederick Warne, among others. The Penguin Group (www.penguin.com) is part of Pearson plc, the international media company.
About IMG
IMG is the world's premier sports, entertainment and media enterprise.
Operating in 30 countries, IMG's diverse businesses include: consulting services; event ownership and management; fashion events and models representation; licensing; golf course design; and client representation in golf, tennis, broadcasting, speakers, European football, rugby, cricket, motor sports, coaching, Olympic sports and action sports. IMG Academies are the world's largest and most advanced multi-sport training and educational facilities, delivering world-class sports training experiences to more than 12,000 junior, collegiate, adult, and professional athletes each year.
IMG's media and entertainment operations include content production subsidiaries Darlow Smithson Productions and Tiger Aspect Productions. Globally, IMG produces and distributes more than 11,000 hours of sports, documentary, drama, comedy, entertainment, popular factual and children's content annually. IMG also represents the broadcast rights to many of the world's premier sporting events and has the world's largest sports archive with more than 250,000 hours of footage.
posted by Alotta on 5/8/2008 6:15:47 PM (PDT)
Is it true she is gay or bisexual? My bet is that she eats pussy b/c her face looks like a clitoris.
posted by MNordstrom on 4/21/2008 8:27:37 PM (PDT)
Monica I hope that you might be interested in visiting our beautiful valley. I am a mountain guide and would love to show you around.
My email address is MNordstrom@aol.com. I have references from my parish priest Fr. Tuozzolo
our mounta
posted by hajduk on 4/16/2008 12:38:43 AM (PDT)
Monika,bilo sta da si u zivotu radila za mene si bila broj 1.u svemu najbolja
posted by CC on 4/14/2008 5:05:22 PM (PDT)
Monica
Great to see you on Dancing with the Stars. I voted for you every chance I got. I am sorry you had to leave the show. I have always admired you. You are one of the tennis greats! Hope to see you soon-"Dancing" was good exposure for you. CC
posted by craigos on 4/9/2008 10:18:18 AM (PDT)
GoldyD911, what a pathetic human being you are. why would you join the fan club and post on this site in the first place?? you must have nothing positive in your life to focus on. Sad really.
posted by craigos on 4/9/2008 10:14:10 AM (PDT)
I think you did great Monica, You were truley what the show should be about. Stars with no dancing experience but giving it a go. So sad to see you go would have loved to see more. You are a truley great inspiration. All the best with the future xoxo
posted by Hashim on 4/7/2008 11:15:45 PM (PDT)
Shame on you GoldyD911.You are just jealous of her.After having robbed of so much success because of the stabbing incident,Monica definitely deserves her share of fun.
Monica did not dance great but she was not that bad either.
posted by GoldyD911 on 4/2/2008 11:06:05 AM (PDT)
Monica, I think it was appropriate for you to be voted off DWTS! The whole"I never went to my prom.." thing was pathetic. You seem very phony!
posted by Shirley Osborn on 4/1/2008 9:25:40 AM (PDT)
posted by fred Hollenbeck on 3/27/2008 8:26:35 PM (PDT)
Losing on "Dancing" is the 39346th worst thing that has ever happened to her. I'll hit with her any time, any place. Fred Hollenbeck fhollenbeck@curranlaw office.com 6085473733
posted by 10/6/03 on 3/26/2008 4:12:06 PM (PDT)
monica,i thought you were great on dancing with the stars.i watched you + i forgot all about the problems im going through with my divorce;i fell in love with the way you moved.dont let what others say knock you down.i wish you luck in everything.gk
posted by Andy on 3/26/2008 3:33:13 PM (PDT)
Monica,I thought you were wonderful on Dancing with the Stars.You have never looked better. I have been a huge fan for many years.Your class and elegance shined!You are a champion! I will be a fan for life! Andy
posted by Dancer on 3/26/2008 11:04:33 AM (PDT)
I loved you on DWTS (harsh judging aside); you are beautiful. I hope you keeping dancing; it's a wonderful expression of a person's feelings. I love tennis and dance. You've always been a favorite and I'd love to see you play again.
Barbara Adams
posted by mattheww on 3/26/2008 10:08:33 AM (PDT)
Dear Monica,
I am so sad to see you leave Dancing with the Stars!
My friends and I all thought you were GREAT!!!
Best wishes in the future, and I can't wait for you book!
Matthew Ward
posted by Gary on 3/25/2008 7:34:03 PM (PDT)
Hi Monica! It was a shame you were eliminated so early. The judges scored you too low! I've been a fan of your's since the Atlanta games, where I met you while working security(I got to escort you to the court!) You were the nicest celeb I met there.
posted by bella on 3/25/2008 6:13:15 PM (PDT)
I so admire you for competing on Dancing With The Stars. So many of the other contestants have dance and show business experience, but for you, it is a new challenge.
GoldyD911, you need to chill. What a mean spirited person.
posted by GoldyD911 on 3/22/2008 8:53:36 AM (PDT)
Dear Monica,
I think you're a gold digging old man chasing whore. Let's hope he can get it up. Word to the wise: wear sunscreen it should be your best friend, not rich old men. Good luck with your awkward dancing technique.
