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Books I Own + Keep on My Shelf
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The physical books I own and keep on my shelves — a mix of fiction, nonfiction, and memoirs I reach for and return to.
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Fiction on My Shelf
 
Nonfiction on My Shelf
 
Memoirs on My Shelf

Fiction on My Shelf

The novels and stories I own — favorites and ones I keep coming back to.

 
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A modern classic I keep on my shelf — a coming-of-age story that’s raw, honest, and unforgettable.
The Perks of Being a Wallflower - Stephen Chbosky
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A Baldwin classic I keep on my shelf — powerful, lyrical, and deeply moving.
Go Tell It on the Mountain - James Baldwin
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Nonfiction on My Shelf

Nonfiction books I keep on hand — essays, music histories, and reflections on culture and creativity.

 
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One of my favorite essay collections — powerful reflections on music, culture, and being alive in America.
They Can't Kill Us Until They Kill Us - Hanif Abdurraqib
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A recent favorite from Hanif Abdurraqib — lyrical reflections on basketball, memory, and life.
There's Always This Year: Basketball & Ascension
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A deep dive into J Dilla’s genius and legacy — one of my favorite music biographies on the shelf.
Dilla Time - Dan Charnas
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One I keep on my shelf as a reminder that creativity is more about process and presence than perfection.
The Creative Act: A Way of Being - Rick Rubin
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Memoirs on My Shelf

Memoirs and autobiographies from artists, icons, and cultural voices — personal stories I want close by.

 
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Gucci’s life in his own words, a powerful look at struggle, success, and survival.
The Autobiography of Gucci Mane - Gucci Mane
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Michael Jackson’s only autobiography — a candid look at his life and career in his own words.
Moonwalk: A Memoir - Michael Jackson
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Prince’s unfinished memoir — part autobiography, part scrapbook, and a glimpse into his creative genius.
The Beautiful Ones - Prince
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A memoir in verse I keep on my shelf — lyrical, moving, and full of heart.
Brown Girl Dreaming - Jacqueline Woodson
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