Our next SBC playlist features hip hop artists with literary allusions.

The Rib King, an intricately woven historical novel, centers around the black servants of a down-on-its heels upper-class white family in the early 20th century. Author Ladee Hubbard masterfully deconstructs painful African American stereotypes and offers a fresh and searing critique on race, class, privilege, ambition, exploitation, and the seeds of rage in America.

Enter here for a chance to win one of 25 advanced reader copies of The Rib King, courtesy of Amistad Press.

As someone who considers gift-giving to be her primary love language, I couldn't be more excited to head into the most loving time of year. Not only do we get to celebrate winter holidays like Christmas and Hanukkah, but also end-of-year birthdays and celebrations. This year we're sharing some of our favorite things to offer you gift ideas for the people you love. 

If you are looking for some songs to go with your October book club meeting, or want to expand your Halloween playlist beyond Monster Mash, we recommend starting with this.