The eye-catching, attention-grabbing biographies in the Hip-Hop Artists series (6 new titles) pack in lots of information. Each book begins with a career-defining event and brief coverage of early influences before switching to detailed career recaps: dates when songs dropped, sales, awards, collaborations, media appearances, feuds, fans, public personas, and critical reception. In Nicki Minaj, readers learn that Minaj fought her way to the top by constantly evolving and surprising fans and critics alike, fearlessly broadcasting her opinions and taking up social causes. Full-page, color photos appear throughout each volume along with numerous sidebars that offer interesting background information. Back matter includes a time line, glossary, recommended resources, chapter notes, and fast facts. Current through 2021, these quick reads will spice up biography collections.