9780761151418Local rock critic, sometimes bass player, and all around lover of pretzel bread Jessica Hopper has just released her first book, “The Girls’ Guide to Rocking” through Workman Publishing.

More than a simple How-to, the book informs young ladies on picking out the right instrument, where to buy and not to buy said instrument, how to play music with friends and much much more. As a musician and, I assume, a lady herself, Ms. Hopper is more than aware of the ins and outs of the unique challenges girls face when starting a band, not to mention promoting, recording, and touring.

Don’t take it from me, take it from Joan Jett. About the book, Jett said, “For anyone looking to dive in, this book is a great place to start.” Pretty cool. Check out the infomercial as well. And ladies, start rocking:

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