Books
Reshona Landfair, a woman whose testimony contributed to the conviction of R. Kelly, is releasing a memoir recounting her experience with the disgraced singer. Landfair was known as “Jane Doe” and was the 14-year-old victim in the child pornography video that led to his sex-trafficking and abuse convictions. Her memoir, Who’s Watching Shorty?, recounts her […]
Rapper 2 Chainz is bringing his story to life in a new memoir. On Sept. 4, Black Privilege Publishing announced that the Grammy-award-winning rapper will be releasing his “most close and personal work”, entitled The Voice in Your Head Is God, in March 2026. In the book, 2 Chainz, who’s real name is Tauheed Epps, […]
In a new excerpt from his upcoming memoir, Kid Cudi reveals he nearly died from a cocaine overdose in 2010.
In a quick chat before hitting the stage at the Brooklyn Paramount or her 'Matriach' book tour, we spoke to Ms. Tina Knowles about her heritage, the bold choices she made to ensure her family’s success and the songs she would sing from her daughter's catalog.
Explore the journey of Tashera Simmons as she shares her personal transformation in her memoir, Dying to Self.
Terrell “Ralo” Davis, the Atlanta rapper known for his gritty lyrics and unfiltered storytelling, is unveiling his most personal narrative yet in his new memoir, CHOSEN. Rising to fame with his 2015 breakout single “Can’t Lie” featuring Future, Ralo built a career on authenticity—his music reflecting the realities of street life, ambition, and survival. But behind the […]
Renowned director, musician, and author Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson has revealed exciting details about his innovative upcoming book, Hip-Hop Is History, which is set to debut on June 11th through his AUWA Books label. Teaming up with co-author Ben Greenman, Questlove presents a thoughtful and personal exploration of hip-hop’s transformation over the last fifty years. In […]
Baldwin & Co., a Black-owned bookstore at the center of a dispute with Essence Fest organizers, said a lawsuit from the media company has been dismissed following a court order and cease and desist letter.
Jay “Jeezy” Jenkins is getting ready to deliver a new book, Adversity for Sale: You Gotta Believe. The book will capture the motivating essence of his albums and detail what he has learned throughout his journey in […]