This incredible photographic celebration of inspirational female
skaters from all over the globe will appeal to skate fans of every
age.
In ever-increasing numbers, girls and women are gathering at skate parks
and competing in skateboarding events on nearly every continent. In
stunning photographs of remarkable female skaters in action, this book
celebrates the incredible range of styles, ethnicities, and ages that
make up a rapidly growing community.
Skate Like a Girl features professional skaters, pioneers and
newcomers, skate photographers and filmmakers, downhill skateboarders,
longboarders, and gold medalists. You'll meet skaters who are moms,
models, artists, and engineers. What they all have in common is that
skating is their way of life. Hailing from all over the world, each
woman is profiled in her own words of wisdom about going after her
dreams, falling hard, and getting right back up. Filled with empowering
images and inspiring words, this book will encourage girls and women of
every age to get on a board and shred!