The Autobiography of Gucci Mane, written by the rapper himself, is one of the most successful books ever released by an artist. It tells his story perfectly but still, he's got more to say.

Every day, Gucci Mane floods the timeline with motivational sayings. If ever you're in need of a quick pick-me-up, his page is the place to go. Somewhere along his journey to greatness, the Atlanta legend decided to share his tricks, commencing the writing process on another new book. Now, he has announced the release date for his next literary work.

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"My new book 'THE GUCCI MANE GUIDE TO GREATNESS' is now avail for pre-order on AMAZON," wrote Guwop on Twitter. With pre-orders now live, the official release date for The Gucci Mane Guide to Greatness has been announced for October 13, 2020.

The New York Times bestselling author and multi-platinum recording artist will be giving fans an eye into his success over the years. His new book is described as such: "An unprecedented look at Gucci Mane’s secrets to success, health, wealth, and self-improvement."

If you've read his first autobiography, you can rest assured that this will be just as entertaining and interesting to read. Are you pre-ordering it now or waiting until the fall to cop?

There’s absolutely no way that Jada Pinkett Smith is pushing 50. The eternally-youthful actress has clearly been keeping up with her fitness routine in quarantine, as she shared a clip of herself and her daughter, Willow, hitting the books on Thursday, but not in the conventional way. In the video, the mother-daughter used heavy books as weights while performing a gruelling core workout, completely in sync one another as they did crunches. During the workout, Jada had her chiseled abs on full display as she put in the work to keep her six pack toned.

“A lil mother/daughter Mother’s Day prep,” Jada captioned the post. The Smith ladies received a ton of love on the post, with celebs like Kelly Rowland and Chloe x Halle commenting how impressed they are. “GOALS!!!!!” Kelly wrote, accompanied by some heart-eye emojis. Jada replied with, “all we need now is some of your workout gear.” Chloe x Halle also praised Jada and Willow, commenting a series of heart eye emojis followed by “y’all are so bomb.” Keep up the good work, ladies!

In an effort to continue his world domination, 50 Cent has released a memoir-ish book, Hustle Harder, Hustle Smarter. The media mogul shares stories of his rise to fame and his ability to go from running the streets to owning multiple businesses, having a successful rap career, and elevating a media company that has produced a number of hit shows. Also inside of Hustle Harder, Hustle Smarter, Fif speaks on his days with G-Unit—specifically, Lloyd Banks and Tony Yayo’s inability to reach the same levels of success that he was able to attain.

“I always felt that if I had maybe done a better job teaching Banks and Yayo how to evolve and change their habits, they each would be in better places right now,” 50 Cent shares in his book. He felt that as the leader of G-Unit, he should have been a better guide. “While I was out hustling (I actually hustled with his father), Banks was more content staying on his porch and watching the world from there. Banks wanted things to come to him, as opposed to going out and getting them for himself. That’s not me trying to assassinate his character—the guy has ‘Lazy Lloyd‘ tattooed on his arm. He literally wears his laziness on his sleeve.”

Fif went on to say that he did try to get Lloyd Banks to adapt to the changing times, especially as social media advanced, but it didn’t work. “To me, one answer was to change how he interacted with the culture,” the rapper reportedly wrote. “That’s why years ago I told Banks to film a video of his life and post it on YouTube. Introduce people to his lifestyle. Let the camera follow him around for a while and see how he moves. Maybe something he says or does will create a spark, go viral, and then he’ll have some heat around him again.”

When that didn’t work, 50 Cent attempted to get Banks to be more active on Instagram, especially because he could be “a little awkward in person.” Banks wasn’t having it. It was then that Fif decided he didn’t want to invest in Banks anymore. “Age isn’t about what year you were born—it’s about how you approach the year you’re in right now. If you’re open to new experiences, willing to take chances, and curious about new topics, you’re young. Period.”

Tony Yayo, on the other hand, was allegedly still caught in operating by the code of the streets. “If I got into a disagreement with another artist, Yayo’s reaction was ‘Let’s just bang ’em,’ because that would have been his response back in the neighborhood. If we got $100,000 for a series of club appearances, Yayo wasn’t thinking about putting it in the bank. His first thought would be ‘Hey, this could get us three and a half kilos of cocaine. Let’s flip those, and we’ll be sitting on some real money.'”

That wasn’t how Fif wanted to do business, and ultimately, things began to fall apart. He also added that the things he’d written about were all issues that he’d spoken with his cohorts about, so he isn’t saying anything they haven’t already heard.

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It didn’t take long for Becoming, a memoir by Michelle Obama, to become a best-seller. The 2018 inspiring autobiography was an instant success, and later, the former First Lady embarked on a 34-city tour to promote her latest venture. She gave speeches, held conferences, chatted with fans, and motivated others not to be hindered by obstacles that come their way. During the lengthy run, there was a film crew by her side, and now, Netflix has announced Becoming, the documentary.

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The film version of Becoming will show just what happened behind the scenes of Michelle’s tour. Academy Award-nominated, Bronx native Nadia Hallgren is the director behind the documentary and has worked on projects like Fahrenheit 9/11, When We Rise: Michelle Obama’s Mission to Educate Girls Around the World, The Hunting Ground, Trouble the Water, and Motherland.

“Those months I spent traveling — meeting and connecting with people in cities across the globe — drove home the idea that what we share in common is deep and real and can’t be messed with. In groups large and small, young and old, unique and united, we came together and shared stories, filling those spaces with our joys, worries, and dreams. We processed the past and imagined a better future. In talking about the idea of ‘becoming,’ many of us dared to say our hopes out loud,” said Michelle Obama, according to Deadline.

“Even in hard times, maybe especially in hard times, our stories help cement our values and strengthen our connections. Sharing them shows us the way forward. I love and miss you all.” Becoming is set to premiere on Netflix on May 6. Check out the trailer for Becoming below.

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Chelsea Handler has a penchant for posing naked, for whatever reason. This isn’t the first time the comedian has bared it all for the Gram and undoubtedly it will not be last. However, it has gone viral.

Many of us are looking for new activities to keep us busy and keep our mind occupied during the quarantine, and Chelsea is here to help with that. It was a strategic decision to pose nude (as it often is when it comes to Chelsea), in order to promote her new bi-monthly book club, and it definitely worked, seeing as the amount of attention the IG post is getting today. “Do you like to have fun in the tub with learning?,” Chelsea asks on the IG post “I do. I will be sharing #GetLitWithChelsea recommendations bi monthly if you care to read some of my picks and keep your brain from turning into a pancake during quarantine.” 

The books in question that she’s promoting currently are Untamed by Glennon Doyle, Untethered Soul by Michael Allen Singer and Diplomacy by Henry Kissinger. 

Will you be joining Chelsea’s book club? If you swipe past the naked photo, you’ll see short clips of Handler reviewing the books in question. Check it out, in all of Chelsea’s naked glory, below.

The infamous sex tape involving Kim Kardashian and Ray J continues to haunt the reality star. Back in 2007, Vivid Entertainment released the sex tape that starred Kim and her then-boyfriend, and over the years, Kris Jenner has been pegged with accusations that she sold out her daughter for fame. However, Vivid’s founder has admitted that the company paid upwards of $5 million to Kim for her racy footage. Over the last 13 years, there have been plenty of jokes made at Kim Kardashian and Ray J’s expense. Now, the Keeping Up With the Kardashians mogul is attempting to halt the distribution of a novel that bears a similar resemblance to her true life experiences.

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According to Page Six, a “family confidant” and former tabloid editor named Kevin Dickson has penned a novel titled Post Famous. The main character is reportedly a character named Zia Zandrian who not only is described as looking like Kim, but also receives $5 million for selling off her sex tape. Dickson had a close working relationship with the Kardashian family as he is described as once being the middleman between the famous crew and In Touch magazine.

The report states that “strong-arm tactics” are being used to keep Dickson from publishing his latest book. He reportedly was close to inking a deal with a publisher when his agent received “a sudden and unexpected ‘polite pass.'” Page Six writes that the publisher was allegedly told that if they even thought about putting out Post Famous they would face a heap of legal trouble. It’s no skin off of Dickson’s teeth, as it’s also reported that he’s shopping the novel to two other publishing houses and may even have a “TV adaption” in the works.

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Fans of the popular fantasy novel series Wings of Fire by Tui T. Sutherland are in for a major treat now that Warner Bros has tapped famed filmmaker Ava DuVernay to adapt the books into a television show.

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According to Deadline, DuVernay will work alongside Warner Bros Animation after they won a bidding war for rights to a WoF series that reportedly reached eight figures. Ava has already won the hearts of critics and viewers alike with her Netflix series When They See Us, which won tons of awards like “Best Limited Series” at the 25th Annual Critics’ Choice Awards back in January (seen above). Pair that small screen success with her ability to tackle the fantasy genre with ease — she directed the 2018 film A Wrinkle In Time perfectly — and you’ve got just the right person for the job. Sutherland will see that her work is translated properly by serving as executive producer, and the series will be produced under Ava’s ARRAY Filmworks company. Wings of Fire takes you into an advanced society where dragons talk, make tools and go to war in the fictional lands of Pantala and Pyrrhia. Hey, if Daniel Radcliffe won’t be returning to Harry Potter anytime soon, this may be the next big thing.

Any Wings of Fire fans out there? Let us know your thoughts on this news down below in the comments.

It’s no secret that the final season of HBO’s Game Of Thrones was not exactly met with favorable reviews. In fact, quite the opposite; the vitriol surrounding it was enough to send showrunners David Benioff and Dan Weiss into hiding. In response, many fans turned to George R.R. Martin for salvation, a solution that comes equipped with its own set of frustrations. For one, the last book in the series was published in 2011, in tandem with the show’s first season. It’s been nearly a decade now, and sixth installment Winds Of Winter is nowhere to be found — and yet hope still remains.

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Speaking with a German newspaper, Martin provided an interesting update on the future of his A Song Of Ice And Fire series. According to the translations of Page Six, Martin teased that “People know an ending — but not the ending.” A declaration that suggests his own vision will dete from that of Benioff and Weiss’ series, which found (SPOILERS) King Bran sitting atop the Iron Throne after Danaerys Targaryen’s murder at Jon Snow’s hands. 

Of course, you can bet it would be tempting for George to flip the script and further bamboozle his loyal readers, especially now that enough dust has settled since The Iron Throne first aired. Yet it’s reached the point where simply releasing the book would be bamboozlement in itself. Are you still invested in the epic fantasy saga? 

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Warner Bros. has officially announced that a massive Harry Potter-themed superstore will be making its way to New York in the near future. The retail store located next door to Manhattan’s Flatiron Building will span across a total of 20,000 square feet and will be the first-ever of its kind in the franchise’s history. 

The first-ever Harry Potter flagship store will feature three different floors where customers will be able to purchase the books written by J.K Rowling as well as personalized robes, wands, Bertie Bott’s Every Flavor Beans, the films, and a plethora of other memorabilia related to the fantasy franchise. According to Sarah Roots, the Senior Vice President of Worldwide Tours and Retail for Warner Bros, attendees will also be able to participate in virtual/interactive experiences and be presented with a multitude of different photo opportunities. 

According to the Wall Street Journal, store designers wanted to construct a giant dragon to sit outside of the store’s entrance for the store’s grand opening but community members and organizers voted to shut down what could have been an epic moment for the opening of the world’s first Harry Potter superstore. 

While there is no official opening date for the Harry Potter NYC flagship store, it has been revealed that the retail location will be open for business this summer. An address to the future store can be found below as well. 

Harry Potter Flagship Store
935 Broadway
New York, NY 10010  

 It's no secret that Nipsey Hussle was a well-read individual, frequently naming his favorite books in various interviews and weaving references to them throughout his lyrics. In the wake of his passing, an observant fan named Simran Kaleka took it upon herself to compile a list of Nipsey's favorite books, titles he revealed through various interviews. As expected, many of them are informative works of non-fiction, centering around topics like self-betterment, money management, cultural studies, and sociopolitical analysis. The list, originally posted on Twitter, was ultimately shared thousands of times leading to the rare sort of viral moment - the wholesome and informative kind. It became so well-circulated that several chapters of The Marathon Book Club opened up in honor of his legacy.