Rebel Girl: My Life as a Feminist Punk by Kathleen Hanna

Kathleen Hanna, the iconic front woman of Bikini Kill and Le Tigre, offers a searing memoir in Rebel Girl. From a tumultuous childhood to formative college years and her emergence in the punk scene, Hanna recounts the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated world. Despite facing male violence and controversy, Hanna's determination fueled her journey.

She highlights the importance of relationships, from bandmates like Tobi Vail and Kathi Wilcox to friendships with Kurt Cobain and Kim Gordon. Through candid accounts of falling in love with Ad-Rock and battling Lyme disease, Hanna reveals the highs and lows of her life. She also delves into her musical growth with Le Tigre and The Julie Ruin.

Hanna's memoir sheds light on the Riot Grrrl movement, celebrating its grassroots origins while critiquing its exclusivity. With an uncut voice, she shares the hardest moments alongside the most joyful, demonstrating how they fuel her revolutionary art and music. Rebel Girl is a testament to Hanna's resilience and the transformative power of punk feminism. ❤️📚❤️