Best Books For Hip-Hop Feminists
The 8 Books Every Hip-Hop Feminist Should Read
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"God Save the Queens: The Essential History of Women in Hip-Hop" by Kathy Iandoli ($16)
If you're looking for an overview of women's presence in hip-hop, look no further than this read. "God Save the Queens" explores early hip-hop pioneers like Cindy Campbell, Debbie D, and Roxanne Shanté, who paved the way for stars like MC Lyte, Queen Latifah, and Salt-N-Pepa. Following the evolution of women's first contributions to hip-hop all the way to the rise of present-day stars, it explores issues like objectification, sexuality, finances, and more and also interrogates how women in hip-hop have had to balance competitiveness with female solidarity. Ultimately, it pays tribute to the women who made hip-hop what it is today.