Here are some featured library items and resources for you to explore!
Fiction Written by Women
Poetry Written by Women
Filmmaking Books Written by Women
Self-Help Books Written by Women
Music Books Written by Women
Comics and Graphic Novels Written / Drawn by Women
Biographies on Women
Fiction Written by Women
Filmmaking Books Written by Women
Comics and Graphic Novels Written / Drawn by Women
Animation Books Written by Women
Other Books Written by Women
Directed by Women
Written by Women
Women's History
Interviews with Women in Hollywood
Susan Rogers, Audio Engineer
Susan Rogers is a key figure at the crossroads of music, science, and technology. Her research focuses on auditory memory, how we perceive music, and the effects of musical training on listening skills. This study is vital for understanding sound processing in today's audio-rich environment. Before her scientific career, Rogers spent 20 years in the music industry, breaking through gender barriers as a record producer and engineer. She worked with notable artists like Prince from 1983 to 1988, contributing to many iconic tracks and collaborating with individuals across various genres. Now, as the director of the Berklee Music Perception and Cognition Laboratory, Rogers researches how people perceive music and sounds. Her studies show that people with musical training often have better auditory skills, highlighting the importance of music education for enhancing cognitive functions in both children and adults.
[bio written by L. Golden Jr., Library Student Worker]
Patrice Rushen, Producer / Music Director
Patrice Rushen is a talented musician and composer known for her work in jazz, pop, and R&B. She became popular in the 70s and 80s and is famous for her song “Forget Me Nots,” which many artists have covered and sampled. Rushen has been nominated for four Grammy Awards and has written music for films and TV shows. She has also made history as the first female musical director for significant award shows like the Grammy Awards and the Emmy Awards. Rushen is regarded as one of the best jazz pianists in the world and has performed with many notable artists, including Stevie Wonder, Herbie Hancock, and Prince.
[bio written by L. Golden Jr., Library Student Worker]
Rachel Morrison, Cinematographer / Director
Rachel Morrison is an American cinematographer and director. For her work on Mudbound, Morrison became the first woman to be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Cinematography. She has twice worked with director Ryan Coogler, as cinematographer on the films Fruitvale Station and Black Panther.
Song Exploder is a podcast where musicians take apart their songs, and piece by piece, tell the story of how they were made. Each episode is produced and edited by host and creator Hrishikesh Hirway in Los Angeles. Using the isolated, individual tracks from a recording, Hrishikesh asks artists to delve into the specific decisions that went into creating their work. Hrishikesh edits the interviews, removing his side of the conversation and condensing the story to be tightly focused on how the artists brought their songs to life. Guests include Fleetwood Mac, Billie Eilish, U2, Metallica, Solange, Lorde, Yo-Yo Ma, The Roots, Bon Iver, and more.
Through an intersectional feminist perspective, hosts Anney and Samantha dive into science, history, and culture to make sense of the everyday and unpack the stories that brought us to where we are today. This podcast aims to better understand the challenges facing women and marginalized folks all over the world and highlights the tools we can use to tackle them head on.
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