It’s only ONE WEEK until my new book THE NOWHERE GIRLS is out, and I’m celebrating by sharing THIS PLAYLIST of songs by kick-ass girl musicians that inspired me as a teen. The voices of these women helped shape me and helped me shape the brave girls in the book (especially Rosina, who I can’t wait for you to meet).
I hope you enjoy! It makes a great soundtrack for both jogging and smashing the patriarchy 😉
xoxo
Amy
THE NOWHERE GIRLS Kick-Ass Girls Rock playlist!
- axemen, by Heavens to Betsy
- Not a Pretty Girl, by Ani Difranco
- Untouchable Face, by Ani Difranco
- Happy and Bleeding, by PJ Harvey
- Sheela-Na-Gig, by PJ Harvey
- Good Things, by Sleater-Kinney
- Dig Me Out, by Sleater-Kinney
- Entire, by The Spinanes
- Rebel Girl, by Bikini Kill
- Fuck and Run, by Liz Phair
- Let’s Talk About Sex, by Salt-N-Pepa
- The Letter, by Kristin Hersh
- Ladykillers, by Lush
- More Rock More Talk, by The Butchies
- So, Goodbye, by The Butchies
- Lt Tour Theme, by Le Tigre
- Hot Topic, by Le Tigre
- Rock Star, by Hole
If you haven’t already, you can read an excerpt of THE NOWHERE GIRLS here.
Yep, it’s available for pre-order here and here and lots of other places.
Also…
#PubforPR is an incredible auction happening right now to raise money for the people of Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria. Make a bid on tons of great stuff like books, artwork, and consultations with agents and editors. Auction closes Thursday, October 5 at 10pm EST! (Or please donate directly to Unidos por Puerto Rico).
Please also consider donating HERE to help victims of the Las Vegas shooting.
And HERE to support Everytown for Gun Safety and their efforts to reduce gun violence in America.
“The Nowhere Girls” is such a powerful, emotional, provoking work of literature and I’m lucky I even exist in the same time and place where a novel this exceptional can be read and enjoyed. I cried five times while reading this and I’m truly impressed by the fact that this book was able to capture the diversity of a community affected by rape culture, not just with race and sexual orientation, but also with attitudes toward sex and political and religious leanings. I truly believe anyone reading this will be able to find a character who truly speaks to them, and I truly believe EVERYONE should read this book.
Thank you for everything you’ve accomplished Ms. Reed, and for creating one of the most impactful books I’ve read.