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<b>'Hip Hip is not History, it's Our story. Brilliant book'</b><br/><b>Craig Charles</b><br/><br/> In this landmark book, <i>Hip-Hop Is History</i>, Grammy- and Academy Award-winning filmmaker and <i>NYT</i> bestselling author, Questlove, skilfully traces the creative and cultural forces that made and shaped hip-hop, highlighting both the forgotten but influential gems and the undeniable chart-topping hits-and weaves it all together with the stories no one else knows. It is at once an intimate, sharply observed story of a cultural revolution and a sweeping, grand theory of the evolution of the great artistic movement of our time. And Questlove, of course, approaches it with not only the encyclopaedic fluency and passion of an obsessive fan but also the expertise and originality of an innovative participant.<br/><br/> Hip-hop is history, and also <i>his </i>history.

<b>'Almost as miraculous as the songs it exists to celebrate.' PETE PAPHIDES<br/>'The only ABBA book that the world will ever need.' TONY PARSONS<br/>'Writing perfection on musical perfection: book heaven.' CAITLIN MORAN</b><br/><b><br/>Through exclusive interviews and over a decade of deep research, renowned music journalist Jan Gradvall explores the secrets to ABBA's success.</b><br/><br/>More than half a century after their songs were recorded, ABBA still make people the world over dance and sing their hearts out. After interviewing the four members for an article in 2013 - at which time the band had not been interviewed for over thirty years - Jan Gradvall was granted unique access to them for the next decade. In <i>The Book of ABBA</i>, the band share their thoughts and opinions more openly than ever before, while Jan reveals the context in which their sound developed - and shows how the story of ABBA is also the story of Sweden and the globalisation of pop culture.<br/><br/>From their chart-topping ABBA <i>Voyage</i> - their first album in forty years - to the two-million-ticket-selling concert-experience of the same name, it is undeniable that, in the history of pop culture and music, there has never been a group like ABBA. With remarkable intimacy, Gradvall's book brings readers closer than ever to one of the world's most notoriously private music icons.

Dive into the literary world of Taylor Swift like never before. Between the pages of this interactive journal you will meet iconic characters of classic literature, soak up the magic of folklore and fairytales, delve into the imagery of tortured poets, and so much more. Welcome to Taylor's cosy library and lose yourself in the pages of ancient and modern literary classics. The journal is organised into ten themes, from the unreliable narrator of The Great Gatsby, the feminism of The Bell Jar, coming-of-age struggles of To Kill a Mockingbird or the social commentary of The Crucible. Discover the influence of Wuthering Heights running through songs like Enchanted and ivy, or the inspiration of The Picture of Dorian Gray in mirrorball and Anti-Hero. Deep dive into each topic with prompts, questions and invitations to create, doodle and dream, making this a private diary just for you Discover visual easter eggs with the Music Video Muse, which explains the visual storytelling behind Taylor's music videos Write your own lyrics or start a book club! With all your bookish knowledge, you too can be a songwriter or continue your literary journey. If you haven't read the books, no problem! SwiftNotes are provided for every literary work to give you a crash course. With a gorgeous ribbon and every page filled with beautiful illustrations, this will be a journal to treasure and return to time and again.

<strong>THE ULTIMATE CELEBRATION OF THE MIDWEST PRINCESS</strong> <br/><br/>From hometown Missouri girl to the Midwest Princess and global FEMININOMENON we stan today, Chappell Roan is on an extraordinary journey. <br/><br/>Dive into the stories, fun facts and defining moments that shot this shining star into orbit. Packed with dazzling inspiration and empowering wisdom, this book is your guide to living boldly, flourishing fearlessly and thriving no matter what life throws your way. <br/><br/><strong>Whether you're a long-time fan or just discovering Chappell's magic, celebrating her punk attitude, iconic fashion and of course, her musical genius, with this essential companion</strong>.

<b>The incredible first memoir by System Of A Down frontman Serj Tankian</b><br/><br/>With nearly 40 million record sales, three albums topping the Billboard charts, a Grammy win and a legion of fans, System Of A Down are one of the biggest metal bands on the planet. At their core has always been Serj Tankian, whose journey from the streets of Beirut to rock superstardom is as remarkable and unlikely as you'll get.<br/><br/>By dint of luck, circumstance, struggle, and more than a little talent, Serj has had the chance to live an extraordinary life. In <i>Down With the System</i>, he retraces this remarkable and unlikely journey, and explores what it's taught him - about music, about art, about activism, and about himself. From teaming up with Tom Morello to push social justice causes on unsuspecting metalheads, arguing with LAPD officers over the best way to quell his rioting fans, and traveling with Anthony Bourdain through Armenia one meal at a time, <i>Down With the System</i> is an immigrant's tale, an activist's awakening, and rock memoir unlike any other.