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Athletes’ underdog-turned-superstar journey often fare in movies, web-series or autobiographies. Many WNBA and NBA legends have joined this moment. Magic Johnson penned his autobiography, “Magic Johnson: My Life?, while Candace Parker shared her life journey through, ?Candace Parker: Unapologetic? documentary. This literal expression has been a strong way for players to connect with their fans on a more personal level.?

The star player of the Las Vegas Aces will also be joining this moment as she is all set to launch her book, ?Dear Black Girls”. The moment came at a time when the star is basking in the back-to-back championship glories.

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Alysha Clark is one of the key Aces known for her impressive skills and basketball prowess. She helped the Vegas team advance into the WNBA Finals and then secure the title. Recently, she made an appearance in an interview with Treasure Wilson on Come And Talk 2 Me?where Clark talked about the upcoming book by A?ja Wilson.

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During the conversation, Clark said, ?A?ja has a book that?s coming out in February, that you can pre-order, called ?Dear Black Girls? and her just telling her story, I think is amazing and it allows so many people to relate and it gives so many little young black girls and boys, somebody to relate to and look up to. Because she is doing everything so gracefully despite all the things thrown at her, despite what people are saying. She?s really the epitome of grace in that way because she?s so authentically herself. And so I think that is beautiful and amazing and I?m so happy for her. Mine is pre-ordered.?

Clark?s words showcase the deep bond between her and her captain. And she assures readers that the book promises to be a worthwhile read.

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Notably, the question stands, what is this book about?

A Glimpse of Dear Black Girls

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A’ja Wilson’s upcoming book is based on her personal life experiences, where she celebrates her struggles and triumphs as a black woman.

In her Instagram post, Wilson said, ?My life has been filled with ups and downs and I hope that by sharing these experiences and my journey with the world, girls just like me will feel more seen and heard and supported. I?m so grateful to my publisher for helping me make this dream of mine into a reality. Let?s go!?

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The champ’s promising words are enough for her fandom to celebrate her chronicle. And one of the ways is to do like Alysha Clark: pre-order it!