Monica Seles plans to publish her memoirs and has sold her autobiography to Avery, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA).

In this revealing memoir, the former world number one 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.

Now that Seles has overcome the struggles that made her overweight and unhappy, she wants to share her journey with the world.

"On February 14th, I officially retired from professional tennis, closing one chapter of my life," said the nine-times Grand Slam champion.

"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."

Monica Seles’ memoir is scheduled for publication in March 2009. (via On the Baseline)

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Monica Seles and partner Jonathan Roberts scored the lowest points on their first two performances on Dancing with the Stars and were hence eliminated from the show.

Even though the nine-time Grand Slam champion is not nearly good a dancer as she’s a tennis player, she was given a standing ovation by the judges and the studio audience.

Seles, who described herself as tone deaf, admitted that the involvement with the show enabled her to develop a new appreciation of dance. She also enjoyed the feminine costumes, hairdos and makeup.

"I never had to shimmy, shake my bootie on the tennis court in a gold sequin dress," said Seles. "But that was what was so great about being on the show."

"I've got an amazing partner in Jonathan. We had an absolute blast. On the tennis court I never had makeup or had my hair done. I never had a chance to go to my prom. I got to live out my fantasy." (via ABC News)

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For all of you who don't have ABC or who were simply not at home to watch Monica Seles hit the stage on Monday's Dancing with the Stars, here's how it looked.

The nine-time Grand Slam champion considers herself totally untalented for dancing, and even said she didn't know a tango from a mango, but she gave her best, and looked graceful in the show. Monica took this challenge very seriously, considering it her prom, because for her real prom she played the French Open final.

Tennis fans have all been excited to see Monica in Dancing With the Stars, as well as some of her colleagues. (via Down the Line)

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Sixth season of the popular TV show called Dancing with the Stars airs on ABC in just 28 hours and tennis fans are excited that former world No.1 and holder of nine Grand Slam singles titles Monica Seles is taking part in the program.

Monica Seles’ colleagues are excited just as her fans. If Lindsay Davenport has her way, she won't be playing Monday night at the Pacific Life Open. That's because Davenport wants to be home watching her friend Monica dance on ABC.

"I heard she's just doing so well, so I wish her all the luck," Davenport said.

"When people see her I think they'll be reminded of why they love her so much," Davenport added. "We'll be voting for her."

If you’re Seles’ fan, you don't want to miss the show. I will unfortunately have to, since I don’t have ABC. I suppose I’ll find it later on the internet.

See more pictures of Seles practicing.

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Monica Seles officially announced her retirement from professional tennis on Thursday. Even though she hasn’t played competitive matches for five years, the 34-year-old Seles considered a comeback two months ago, after witnessing Lindsay Davenport's successful return. However, Seles eventually decided not to follow Davenport's footsteps. Still, she announced that she will always be involved in tennis in one way or another.

During her successful career, Monica Seles won 53 singles and six doubles tournaments, earning nine Grand Slam titles along the way. She first became No.1 in the world in March 1991 and held the top ranking for 178 weeks over the next two years - the youngest No.1 ever at the time. Read more »

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