We created this official list of notable books by notable rappers

This list of rappers aka authors are in alphabetical order. These are books officially written, published, and officially released by these rappers, not just books about them. The number of book titles are in order of publication.

This post will be updated quarterly. Last updated September 18th, 2025

50 Cent

Books Written By 50 Cent:

1. From Pieces to Weight: Once Upon a Time in Southside Queens (2005)

2. Derelict (2007)

3. Death Before Dishonor (2007)

4. The Ski Mask Way (2007)

5. Baby Brother (2007)

6. Harlem Heat (2007)

7. Blow (2007)

8. Heaven’s Fury (2007)

9. The Diamond District (2008)

10. The 50th Law (2009)

11. Playground (2011)

12. Formula 50: A 6-Week Workout and Nutrition Plan That Will Transform Your Life (2012)

13. Hustle Harder, Hustle Smarter (2020)

14. The Accomplice: A Novel (2024)

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Action Bronson

Books Written By Action Bronson:

1. F*ck, That’s Delicious: An Annotated Guide to Eating Well (2017)

2. Stoned Beyond Belief (2019)

3. F*ck It, I’ll Start Tomorrow: A True Story (2021)

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DJ Khaled

Books Written By DJ Khaled:

1. The Keys: A Memoir (2016)

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DMX

Books Written By DMX:

1. E.A.R.L.: The Autobiography of DMX (2003)

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Eminem

Books Written By Eminem:

1. Angry Blonde (2000)

2. The Way I Am (2008)

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Fat Joe

Books Written By Fat Joe:

1. The Book of Jose: A Memoir (2022)

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Gucci Mane

Books Written By Gucci Mane:

1. The Autobiography of Gucci Mane (2017)

2. The Gucci Mane Guide to Greatness (2020)

3. Episodes: The Diary of a Recovering Mad Man Gucci Mane (2025)

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Jay Z

Books Written By Jay-Z:

1. The Black Book (2003, Canceled)

2.  Decoded (2010)

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Lil Wayne

Books Written By Lil Wayne:

1. Gone ’Til November: A Journal of Rikers Island (2016)

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LL Cool J

Books Written By LL Cool J:

1. I Make My Own Rules (1997)

2. And the Winner Is… (2002, LIMITED)

3. LL Cool J's Platinum Workout: Sculpt Your Best Body Ever with Hollywood's Fittest Star (2007)

4. LL Cool J’s Platinum 360 Diet and Lifestyle: A Full-Circle Guide to Developing Your Mind, Body, and Soul (2010)

5. LL COOL J Presents The Streets Win: 50 Years of Hip-Hop Greatness (2023)

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Rick Ross

Books Written By Rick Ross:

1. Hurricanes: A Memoir (2019)

2. The Perfect Day to Boss Up: A Hustler’s Guide to Building Your Empire (2021)

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Russ

Books Written By Russ:

1. It's All in Your Head: Get Out of Your Way (2019)

2. It Was You All Along (2024

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RZA

Books Written By RZA:

1. The Wu-Tang Manual (2004)

2. The Tao of Wu (2009)

3. RZA Presents: Bobby Digital and the Pit of Snakes (2023)

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