Alex Scott

I was incredibly moved by Alex's story and her bravery is second to none

Steven Bartlett, entrepreneur and host of 'The Diary of a CEO

Such a powerful and raw story, honestly told

An inspirational read on the need for vulnerability in sport.

Suzy Wrack, journalist for The Guardian and author of 'A Woman's Game: The rise, fall, and rise again of women's football'

Painfully honest but also inspiring. Every young girl who loves her football should read it

How (Not) To Be Strong chronicles Alex Scott's journey from the East End to international football stardom and broadcasting mainstay with with candour and heart, revealing a vulnerable side to the driven athlete that the public seldom see

A searingly honest read, this book is an inspiring tale of succeeding against the odds

The inspirational instant Sunday Times Bestseller from the legendary Lioness

From the football cages of East London to broadcasting to millions, the engine powering Alex Scott's remarkable journey has always been her resilience. But thanks to a 'push-through mentality' the world has only ever seen the 'strong' side of Alex. Now, she is ready to lower the shield. 
 
In her candid memoir How (Not) to Be Strong, Alex shares the lessons that have shaped her, from finally confronting the legacy of a tumultuous childhood to tarnished truth behind the gleaming football trophies. 
 
With raw honesty, Alex shows how she's tackled life's challenges and that sometimes the strongest thing you can do is show your most vulnerable side to the world.

How (Not) To Be Strong

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An inspiration

I was incredibly moved by Alex's story and her bravery is second to none

An amazing read. What a book.

An inspiration

I was incredibly moved by Alex's story and her bravery is second to none

An amazing read. What a book.

An inspiration

I was incredibly moved by Alex's story and her bravery is second to none

An amazing read. What a book.

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