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Books in Hip-hop Artists series

  • Travis Scott: Lo-Fi Hip-Hop Creator

    Jill C. Wheeler

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Dec. 15, 2019)
    This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Travis Scott. Readers learn about Scott's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and sidebars, the book also explores Scott's over-the-top tours and live shows and his relationship with Kylie Jenner. Features include a timeline, glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
  • Post Malone: Rapper, Singer, and Songwriter

    Marcia Amidon Lusted

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Dec. 15, 2019)
    This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Post Malone. Readers learn about Post's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and sidebars, the book also explores Post's genre-crossing musical style and controversies surrounding his career. Features include a timeline, glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
  • Future: Rap Rising Star

    Melissa Higgins

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Dec. 15, 2017)
    This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Future. Readers learn about Future's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and thought-provoking sidebars, the book brings to life Future's prolific work ethic, unique musical style, and upcoming projects. Features include a timeline, glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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  • Childish Gambino: Multifaceted Artist

    Laura K. Murray

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Dec. 15, 2019)
    This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Childish Gambino, the musical alter ego of Donald Glover. Readers learn about Glover's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and sidebars, the book also explores Glover's superstar career in television and film and the social commentary embedded in his art. Features include a timeline, glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
  • Tyler, the Creator: Alternative Hip-hop Producer

    Marie Jaskulka

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Dec. 15, 2019)
    This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Tyler, the Creator. Readers learn about Tyler's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and sidebars, the book also explores Tyler's work with Odd Future, his colorful and innovative style, and his ventures into fashion and television. Features include a timeline, glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
  • Chance the Rapper: Independent Innovator

    Diane Bailey

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Jan. 26, 2018)
    This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Chance the Rapper. Readers learn about Chance's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and thought-provoking sidebars, the book brings to life Chance's faith, fatherhood, activism, and Chicago pride. Features include a timeline, glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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  • Kendrick Lamar: Rap Titan

    Sarah Aswell

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Jan. 26, 2018)
    Highlights the life and accomplishments of Kendrick Lamar. Learn about Lamar's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and thought-provoking sidebars, the book brings to life Lamar's protest music, musical influences, and social justice work. Features include a timeline, glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
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  • J. Cole: Chart-Topping Rapper

    Alicia Klepeis

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Jan. 26, 2018)
    This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of J. Cole. Readers learn about J. Cole's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and sidebars, the book explores J. Cole's academic drive, relationship with his mom, and charity work. Features include a timeline, glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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  • Kanye West: Music Industry Influencer

    Alicia Klepeis

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Jan. 26, 2018)
    This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Kanye West. Readers learn about West's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and sidebars, the book explores West's relationship with his mom, his striking self-confidence, and groundbreaking music videos. Features include a timeline, glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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  • Drake: Hip-Hop Superstar

    Alexis Burling

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Jan. 26, 2018)
    This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Drake. Readers learn about Drake's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and sidebars, the book brings to life Drake's acting career, relationship with Rihanna, and love for hometown Toronto. Features include a timeline, glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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  • A$ap Rocky: Master Collaborator

    Judy Dodge Cummings

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Dec. 15, 2019)
    This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of A$AP Rocky. Readers learn about Rocky's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and thought-provoking sidebars, the book also explores Rocky's collaborative work with the A$AP Mob and other artists, his iconic fashion, and his commitment to musical experimentation. Features include a timeline, glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
  • Cardi B: Groundbreaking Rap Powerhouse

    Audrey Deangelis

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Dec. 15, 2019)
    This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Cardi B. Readers learn about Cardi's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and sidebars, the book also explores Cardi's social media success, her iconic fashion, and her social and political activism. Features include a timeline, glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.