Queen Latifah writes children's book to inculcate self-respect in kids - Hindustan Times (New Delhi, India)

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New York, Oct 29 -- Hip-hop legend and Oscar nominated actress Queen Latifah is probably best known to millions as the memorable Mama Morton in the blockbuster film Chicago.

And now, the rapper-turned-actress can also add 'children's book author' to her list of accomplishments, as she has written a book 'Queen of the Scene' that is meant to teach kids about self-respect.

The protagonist of the book is a brassy and ambitious young girl who dominates any sport or game she tackles from hoops to hopscotch.

'Really, the book is all about having a state of mind that makes you feel you can do anything,' The New York Daily News quoted Latifah, as saying.

'I wrote it for all the shy kids out there who are on the verge of trying something new but are afraid. It's for any kid who wants to be somebody ... whether they want to read a poem to the class or try out for the talent show or the lacrosse team,' the 36-year-old added.

Born Dana Owens to a police officer and a high school art teacher in Newark, Latifah takes confidence building seriously. Eariler she also wrote a book 'Ladies First: Revelations of a Strong Woman' (1999) to promote higher self-esteem in women.

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