Nicki Minaj: Rapper & Fashion Star

This title examines the fascinating life of Nicki Minaj. Readers will learn about MinajÍs childhood, family, education, and rise to fame. Colorful graphics, oversize photos, and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-read, compelling text that explores MinajÍs early interest in music and talent in songwriting that led to her successful mixtapes and eventually the release of her albums Pink Friday and Pink FridayƒRoman Reloaded. MinajÍs music awards, work with charitable groups, and unique style are also described. Features include a table of contents, glossary, selected bibliography, Web links, source notes, and an index, plus a timeline and fun facts. Contemporary Lives is a series in Essential Library, an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.