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A new book celebrating pioneering women in hip hop has been published.
The Motherlode: 100+ Women Who Made Hip-Hop, penned by Brooklyn-based writer Clover Hope and Illustrated by Rachelle Baker, is an illustrated highlight reel of more than 100 women in rap and hip hop who have helped shape the genre and eschewed gender norms in the process.
The book, which is available from the 4th February via Abrams Books, features pioneers like Roxanne Shanté, game changers such as Lauryn Hill and Missy Elliott, and modern artists at the forefront of the game: Nicki Minaj, Cardi B, and Lizzo. They are characters, caricatures, lyricists, at times both feminine and explicit, The Motherlode s blurb reads, This book profiles each of these women, their musical and career breakthroughs, and the ways in which they each helped change the culture of rap.
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As previously noted, I’ve been really excited about the Young Adult books coming out in 2021 because I love the way authors are using their platforms to educate young readers on important topics while still remaining in an accessible genre.
The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks, Young Readers Edition is releasing on February 2, and I am looking forward to seeing how Parks’ story is explored through a different lens.
Black women are featuring heavily in our fictional releases, as well:
Wings of Ebony, the debut release from fantasy writer J. Elle, came out on January 26 and explores activism in