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Books Written by Rapper Method Man Clifford “Method Man” Smith is well known as a core member of the Wu-Tang Clan, one of the most influential Rap/Hip-Hop collectives of all time. With his charisma, lyricism, and distinctive flow, Method Man has left a lasting mark on both music and pop culture. Far from his success as an MC and actor, Method Man has also made his mark in the literary world with his 2008 self titled graphic novel. Fellow Wu-Tang members Raekwon, U-God, GZA, Ghostface Killah, and RZA are also authors. How many books has Method Man written? 1. (so far at the time of this post). Here’s a look at the books written by Method Man: 1. Method Man (2008) Publisher: Grand Central Publishing Release Date: November 12, 2008 Illustrator: James Reitano Page Length: 110 pages ISBN: 9780446699730 Published by Grand Central Publishing, Method Man is a graphic novel that brings the rapper’s larger-than-life persona to the page. Blending Rap/Hip-Hop culture, martial arts themes, and comic-book action, the story follows a hero named “Method Man” who fights evil forces while struggling with his own inner demons. The book features stunning artwork and an adventurous storyline that ties together myth, street grit, and spiritual undertones. It’s a creative extension of Method Man’s Wu-Tang roots, where philosophy and fantasy collide. What’s Inside Method Man’s Method Man book?: • A graphic novel inspired by Method Man’s artistic persona • Themes of heroism, redemption, and spiritual warfare • Comic-style illustrations filled with action and symbolism • Influences from martial arts, mythology, and hip-hop culture • A blend of fantasy and street realism Method Man is more known for his music and acting career, but his jump into the world of graphic novels highlights his versatility as an artist. The Method Man comic represents his ability to merge Rap/Hip-Hop culture with visual storytelling, creating something fresh and imaginative. His contribution to hip-hop literature may be small in number, but it’s big in creativity which is proof that Method Man’s artistry knows no bounds. Want to read more Hip-Hop books like any of these titles? Check our full collection at HipHopBooks.com for the greatest books in Rap/Hip-Hop. A book every Rap/Hip-Hop fan should have in their library is the Rap Dictionary. You can read our ultimate list of rappers who have written books/books written by rappers here. Have suggestions or feedback for this article or anything regarding HipHopBooks.com? Holla at us! Email yo@hiphopbooks.com. Thank you!

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𝕷𝖆 𝖓𝖊𝖙𝖆 𝖉𝖚𝖊𝖑𝖊 𝖕𝖊𝖗𝖔 𝖙𝖊 𝖑𝖆 𝖛𝖔𝖞 𝖆𝖛𝖊𝖓𝖙𝖆𝖗 𝖈𝖔𝖒𝖕𝖑𝖊𝖙𝖆, 𝖕𝖔𝖗𝖖𝖚𝖊 𝖆 𝖒𝖊𝖉𝖎𝖆𝖘 𝖕𝖆𝖗𝖆 𝖖𝖚𝖊 𝖒𝖊𝖏𝖔𝖗 𝖙𝖔𝖉𝖆 𝖕𝖆𝖗𝖆 𝖖𝖚𝖊 𝖑𝖆 𝖘𝖎𝖊𝖓𝖙𝖆𝖘 𝖗𝖊𝖕𝖑𝖊𝖙𝖆 𝖖𝖚𝖎𝖊𝖓 𝖉𝖎𝖏𝖔 𝖒𝖎𝖊𝖉𝖔? 𝖘𝖆𝖑𝖚𝖉𝖔𝖘 𝖆 𝖒𝖎𝖘 𝖍𝖆𝖙𝖊𝖗𝖘 𝖉𝖊 𝖚𝖓 𝖘𝖔𝖑𝖔 𝖉𝖊𝖉𝖔 𝖕𝖔𝖗𝖖𝖚𝖊 𝖆𝖘𝖎? 𝖕𝖔𝖗𝖖𝖚𝖊 𝖕𝖚𝖊𝖉𝖔 𝖕𝖔𝖗𝖖𝖚𝖊 𝖆𝖓𝖉𝖆𝖓 𝖈𝖔𝖓 𝖘𝖚 𝖕𝖎𝖓𝖈𝖍𝖊 𝖒𝖎𝖙𝖔𝖙𝖊 𝖍𝖆𝖇𝖑𝖆𝖓𝖉𝖔 𝖈𝖆𝖉𝖆 𝖒𝖆𝖒𝖆𝖉𝖆 𝖒𝖎𝖊𝖓𝖙𝖗𝖆𝖘 𝖈𝖔𝖒𝖊𝖓 𝖆𝖗𝖗𝖔𝖟 𝖈𝖔𝖓 𝖕𝖔𝖕𝖔𝖙𝖊 𝖕𝖊𝖗𝖔 𝖘𝖊𝖌𝖚𝖓 𝖒𝖚𝖞 𝖛𝖆𝖙𝖔𝖘 𝖓𝖔 𝖊𝖓𝖙𝖎𝖊𝖓𝖉𝖔 𝖈𝖔𝖒𝖔 𝖘𝖎 𝖑𝖊𝖘 𝖊𝖓𝖈𝖆𝖓𝖙𝖆 𝖊𝖑 𝖕𝖎𝖓𝖈𝖍𝖊 𝖌𝖆𝖗𝖗𝖔𝖙𝖊 𝖕𝖔𝖗 𝖊𝖑 𝖔𝖈𝖎𝖈𝖔 𝖞 𝖕𝖔𝖗 𝖆𝖙𝖗𝖆𝖘 𝖚𝖓𝖆 𝖉𝖔𝖇𝖑𝖊 𝖞 𝖙𝖔𝖉𝖆𝖛𝖎𝖆 𝖖𝖚𝖎𝖊𝖗𝖊𝖓 𝖒𝖆𝖘 𝖕𝖔𝖗𝖖𝖚𝖊 𝖏𝖚𝖊𝖌𝖆𝖓 𝖑𝖆 𝖕𝖆𝖗𝖙𝖊 𝖉𝖊 𝖘𝖊𝖗 𝖒𝖚𝖞 𝖒𝖚𝖏𝖊𝖗𝖎𝖊𝖌𝖔𝖘 𝖊𝖘𝖆 𝖓𝖔 𝖘𝖊 𝖑𝖆𝖘 𝖈𝖗𝖊𝖊 𝖓𝖎 𝖑𝖔𝖘 𝖕𝖎𝖓𝖈𝖍𝖊𝖘 𝖈𝖎𝖊𝖌𝖔𝖘 𝖞 𝖑𝖆 𝖓𝖊𝖙𝖆 𝖑𝖔 𝖖𝖚𝖊 𝖘𝖊 𝖛𝖊 𝖓𝖔 𝖘𝖊 𝖕𝖗𝖊𝖌𝖚𝖓𝖙𝖆 𝖞 𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖊𝖉𝖊𝖘 𝖘𝖔𝖓 𝖉𝖊𝖑 𝖔𝖙𝖗𝖔 𝖇𝖆𝖓𝖉𝖔 𝖆𝖚𝖓𝖖𝖚𝖊 𝖘𝖊 𝖈𝖗𝖊𝖆𝖓 𝖒𝖚𝖞 𝖘𝖆𝖈𝖆𝖑𝖊 𝖕𝖚𝖓𝖙𝖆, 𝖞 𝖓𝖔 𝖙𝖎𝖊𝖓𝖊 𝖓𝖆𝖉𝖆 𝖉𝖊 𝖒𝖆𝖑𝖔 𝖕𝖊𝖗𝖔 𝖍𝖆𝖇𝖑𝖊𝖓 𝖈𝖔𝖓 𝖑𝖆 𝖓𝖊𝖙𝖆,.. 𝖞 𝖊𝖘𝖙𝖔 𝖛𝖆 𝖕𝖆𝖗𝖆 𝖙𝖔𝖉𝖔𝖘 𝖑𝖔𝖘 𝖖𝖚𝖊 𝖍𝖆𝖈𝖊𝖓 𝖑𝖔 𝖒𝖎𝖘𝖒𝖔 𝖓𝖔 𝖊𝖓𝖌𝖆𝖓𝖊𝖓 𝖆 𝖑𝖆 𝖌𝖊𝖓𝖙𝖊 𝖏𝖚𝖌𝖆𝖓𝖉𝖔 𝖑𝖆 𝖕𝖆𝖗𝖙𝖊 𝖒𝖊𝖏𝖔𝖗 𝖍𝖆𝖇𝖑𝖊𝖓 𝖈𝖔𝖓 𝖑𝖆 𝖓𝖊𝖙𝖆 𝖉𝖊 𝖋𝖗𝖊𝖓𝖙𝖊 𝖞 𝖆𝖘𝖎 𝖊𝖑 𝖐𝖆𝖗𝖒𝖆 𝖓𝖔 𝖛𝖎𝖊𝖓𝖊 𝖆 𝖈𝖔𝖇𝖗𝖆𝖗𝖑𝖊𝖘 𝖓𝖎𝖓𝖌𝖚𝖓𝖆 𝖈𝖚𝖊𝖓𝖙𝖆 𝖕𝖊𝖓𝖉𝖎𝖊𝖓𝖙𝖊 𝖑𝖆 𝖓𝖊𝖙𝖆 𝖕𝖆𝖗𝖆 𝖇𝖎𝖊𝖓 𝖔 𝖕𝖆𝖗𝖆 𝖒𝖆𝖑 𝖚𝖓𝖔 𝖉𝖊𝖇𝖊 𝖘𝖊𝖗 𝖘𝖎𝖊𝖒𝖕𝖗𝖊 𝖗𝖊𝖆𝖑 𝖕𝖔𝖗𝖖𝖚𝖊 𝖉𝖊 𝖑𝖔 𝖈𝖔𝖓𝖙𝖗𝖆𝖗𝖎𝖔 𝖊𝖘𝖙𝖆 𝖛𝖎𝖛𝖎𝖊𝖓𝖉𝖔 𝖚𝖓𝖆 𝖒𝖊𝖓𝖙𝖎𝖗𝖆 𝖉𝖎𝖆𝖗𝖎𝖔 𝖉𝖎𝖌𝖆𝖓 𝖑𝖆 𝖓𝖊𝖙𝖆, 𝖕𝖔𝖗𝖖𝖚𝖊 𝖓𝖔 𝖊𝖘 𝖑𝖔 𝖒𝖎𝖘𝖒𝖔 𝖖𝖚𝖊 𝖑𝖊 𝖍𝖆𝖌𝖆 𝖊𝖑 𝖆𝖒𝖔𝖗 𝖆 𝖙𝖚 𝖒𝖚𝖏𝖊𝖗 𝖆 𝖖𝖚𝖊 𝖘𝖎𝖒𝖕𝖑𝖊𝖒𝖊𝖓𝖙𝖊 𝖘𝖊 𝖑𝖆 𝖒𝖊𝖙𝖆, 𝖆 𝖒𝖊𝖉𝖎𝖆𝖘 𝖈𝖔𝖒𝖔 𝖕𝖆𝖗𝖆 𝖖𝖚𝖊, 𝖒𝖊𝖏𝖔𝖗 𝖙𝖔𝖉𝖆 𝖈𝖔𝖒𝖕𝖑𝖊𝖙𝖆 𝖍𝖆𝖘𝖙𝖆 𝖆𝖉𝖊𝖓𝖙𝖗𝖔 𝖖𝖚𝖊 𝖑𝖆 𝖘𝖎𝖊𝖓𝖙𝖆 𝖗𝖊𝖕𝖑𝖊𝖙𝖆,. 𝖊𝖓 𝖈𝖔𝖒𝖕𝖆𝖗𝖆𝖈𝖎𝖔𝖓 𝖞𝖔 𝖙𝖊𝖓𝖌𝖔 𝖙𝖔𝖉𝖆 𝖚𝖓𝖆 𝖕𝖆𝖑𝖊𝖙𝖊𝖗𝖎𝖆 𝖞 𝖙𝖚 𝖘𝖔𝖑𝖔 𝖚𝖓𝖆 𝖕𝖆𝖑𝖊𝖙𝖆 𝕴'𝖒 𝖔𝖚𝖙..

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If you are looking for a niche online book store that sells Rap/Hip Hop Books, you are reading this post on the right website. We created this online store via Shopify to be the biggest and niche web store for buying Hip Hop and Rap Books. HipHopBooks.com is a bookstore dedicated to Hip-Hop and Rap music books, we have iconic books like the Rap Dictionary, 100 Hip-Hop Facts (1973-2000), Rap Scores: A Hip‑Hop Gradebook, RHYMEBOOKs, and more. You can also find these books available for purchase on the DailyRapFacts store. HipHopBooks.com is created and ran by DailyRapFacts, the biggest independent publisher dedicated to Rap/Hip-Hop books. A book every Rap/Hip-Hop fan should have in their library is the Rap Dictionary.

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Books Written by Rapper Raekwon Corey Woods, aka Raekwon the Chef, is one of the founding members of the legendary Wu-Tang Clan and a lyrical architect behind some of hip-hop’s most celebrated verses. Known for his cinematic storytelling and vivid street imagery, Raekwon also brought that same sharp pen to the world of literature. His memoir dives deep into his life before fame, the rise of Wu-Tang Clan, and the personal trials and triumphs that shaped his journey. For fans of both Rap/Hip-Hop and storytelling, Raekwon’s book is an essential read. Fellow Wu-Tang members RZA, GZA, and U-God are also authors. How many books has Raekwon written? 1. (so far at the time of this post). Here’s a look at the books written by Raekwon: 1. From Staircase to Stage: The Story of Raekwon and the Wu-Tang Clan (2021) From Staircase to Stage: The Story of Raekwon and the Wu-Tang Clan Co-written with Anthony Bozza Publisher: Gallery Books (an imprint of Simon & Schuster) Release Date: November 30, 2021 Page Length: 320 pages ISBN: 9781982168728 In his debut memoir, Raekwon details his life from growing up in the crime-ridden streets of Staten Island to becoming a central figure in the Wu-Tang Clan, one of the most influential groups in music history. Written with Rolling Stone journalist Anthony Bozza, the book is brutally honest yet inspiring, shedding light on the struggles, sacrifices, and creative genius that fueled Raekwon’s rise. He takes readers inside the making of Only Built 4 Cuban Linx…, the Wu’s creative process, and the behind-the-scenes challenges of balancing fame, loyalty, and survival. What’s Inside Raekwon’s From Staircase to Stage: The Story of Raekwon and the Wu-Tang Clan book?: • Raekwon’s childhood in Staten Island and the struggles of poverty • The birth and rise of the Wu-Tang Clan • Behind-the-scenes stories of classic albums like Only Built 4 Cuban Linx… • Candid reflections on crime, survival, and success • Insights into brotherhood, loyalty, and the cost of fame Raekwon may only have one book to his name so far, but like his music, it stands as a powerful testament to his journey and legacy. With From Staircase to Stage, Raekwon proved that his storytelling abilities weren’t limited to the mic. His memoir paints the portrait of a man who survived hardship, created art that shifted culture, and left an indelible mark on Rap/Hip-Hop history. The book captures the same rawness and cinematic detail that made Raekwon a legend, offering fans and readers a deeper connection to the Chef himself. Want to read more Hip-Hop books like any of these titles? Check our full collection at HipHopBooks.com for the greatest books in Rap/Hip-Hop. A book every Rap/Hip-Hop fan should have in their library is the Rap Dictionary.

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Books Written by Rapper Common Lonnie Rashid Lynn Jr., aka Common, is one of Rap/Hip-Hop’s most thoughtful lyricists, blending poetry, soul, and social commentary into his music. He’s also a well known actor but his talents don’t end at the microphone or screen. Common has also carved a significant role as an author, using books as another medium to inspire, motivate, and tell his story across memoirs, self-help guides, illustrated books, and reflective essays. His books speak to identity, love, healing, creativity, and community. How many books has Common written? 6. (so far at the time of this post). Here’s a look at the books written by Common: 1. The Mirror and Me (2005) The Mirror and Me (2005) Co-written with Lorraine West Publisher: Hip Hop Schoolhouse Illustrator: Lorraine West Release Date: October 1, 2005 Page Length: 40 pages ISBN: 978-0976867401 Common’s debut book is a tender, introspective work. The Mirror and Me reads like a guided conversation about identity and self-perception. Common uses plainspoken and poetic language to invite readers, especially young adults, to look honestly at who they are, where they come from, and who they want to become. The tone is reflective and encouraging rather than didactic, and the book often reads like short meditations or prose-poems meant to prompt self-inquiry. What’s Inside Common’s The Mirror and Me book?: • Short, lyrical reflections on identity and image • Prompts for self-examination and journaling • Stories drawn from Common’s early life and observations • Affirmations and exercises to build self-esteem • A focus on inner value over outward validation 2. I Like You But I Love Me (2006) I Like You But I Love Me (2006) Co-written with Lorraine West Publisher: Hip Hop Schoolhouse Illustrator: Lorraine West Release Date: July 14, 2006 Page Length: 36 pages ISBN: 9780976867418 I Like You But I Love Me is a 2006 children's book by Common with illustrations by Lorraine West. The book tells the story of a young South African boy named Kare who learns the importance of self-love when he tries to change himself to gain a girl's affection. It’s a work of poetry that was nominated for an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Work - Children's in 2007. This book zeroes in on relationships and the essential work of loving oneself first. Common blends personal anecdotes with practical advice about boundaries, respect, and emotional honesty. The writing encourages readers to develop self-respect as the foundation for healthy partnerships, romantic, or otherwise, while acknowledging the real messiness of human connection. What’s Inside Common’s I Like You But I Love Me book?: • Guidance on setting healthy boundaries • Personal stories about love, heartbreak, and growth • Exercises to cultivate self-respect and self-awareness • Communication tips for honest relationships • Reflection prompts for healing and moving forward 3. One Day It’ll All Make Sense (2011) One Day It’ll All Make Sense (2011) Co-written with Adam Bradley Publisher: Atria Books Release Date: September 13, 2011 Page Length: 305 pages ISBN: 9781451625875 Co-written with journalist Adam Bradley, this memoir is a deeper, more expansive portrait of Common’s journey from Chicago to the global stage. Named after his 1997 album, the book traces his journey from Chicago’s South Side to becoming a Grammy- and Oscar-winning artist. It covers his coming-of-age, the decisions that shaped his music and activism, and the often complicated intersection of fame and personal responsibility. The memoir mixes vulnerability with wisdom, making it one of the most heartfelt autobiographies in Rap/Hip-Hop literature. What’s Inside Common’s One Day It’ll All Make Sense?: • Stories from Common’s Chicago upbringing and early career • Behind-the-scenes moments from the early days of his music and acting life • Reflections on faith, responsibility, and creative purpose • Honest accounts of relationships and parenthood • Stories about his mother’s influence and family life • Lessons on resilience, love and staying grounded 4. Let Love Have the Last Word: A Memoir (2019) Let Love Have the Last Word: A Memoir (2019) Publisher: Atria Books Release Date: May 7, 2019 Page Length: 224 pages ISBN: 9781501133152 In this book Common expands the conversation about love into a broader ethic for living. Mixing memoir, practical advice, and social commentary, he argues that love, understood as radical empathy and accountability, can be a force for personal healing and collective change. The book offers both intimate moments and calls to action, urging readers to make love their default operating principle. What’s Inside Common’s Let Love Have the Last Word book?: • Personal essays about vulnerability, forgiveness, and growth • Reflections on love as political and spiritual practice • Stories illustrating the power of compassion in action • Practical advice for cultivating healthier relationships • Calls to community-minded activism grounded in empathy 5. Bluebird Memories: A Journey Through Lyrics & Life Words + Music, Vol. 3 (Audiobook, 2020) Bluebird Memories: A Journey Through Lyrics; Life Words + Music, Vol. 3 (Audiobook, 2020) Co-written with Awoye Timpo and NSangou Njikam Publisher: Audible Originals Release Date: August 4, 2020 Listening Length: 1 hour 20 minutes ISBN: 9781982168728 A contemplative collection, Bluebird Memories: A Journey Through Lyrics & Life Words + Music, Vol. 3 is an Audible Original audiobook that blends short essays, poetic passages, and memory-driven vignettes. The audiobook leans into the emotional textures of memory; loss, joy, longing, and often connects those moments to music, place, and personal evolution. It’s written with a lyricist’s ear, where small details become entry points for larger meditations on life and art. What’s Inside Common’s Bluebird Memories book?: • Poetic essays and memory vignettes • Reflections on music, nostalgia, and place • Intimate glimpses into Common’s creative process • Meditations on love, loss, and personal growth • Short pieces meant for reading slowly and reflectively 6. And Then We Rise: A Guide to Loving and Taking Care of Self (2024) And Then We Rise: A Guide to Loving and Taking Care of Self (2024) Publisher: HarperOne Release Date: January 23, 2024 Page Length: 224 pages ISBN: 9780063215177 And Then We Rise: A Guide to Loving and Taking Care of Self is Common’s most recent book. This guide brings Common’s ongoing commitment to self-care and community into a focused manual. And Then We Rise combines mindfulness practices, journaling prompts, and candid reflections to help readers develop routines and mindsets that support emotional well-being. The book centers self-care not as selfishness but as a necessary foundation for sustained activism, creativity, and love. What’s Inside Common’s And Then We Rise: A Guide to Loving and Taking Care of Self book?: • Practical self-care routines and mindfulness exercises • Journaling prompts and reflective practices • Stories about the importance of rest, boundaries, and community • Tools for emotional regulation and rebuilding after setbacks • An invitation to see self-care as a political and creative practice Across memoir, motivational writing, illustrated lessons, and lyrical essays, Common’s books, just like his music and films, form a coherent body of work centered on love, integrity, and growth. He writes like he raps: thoughtfully, with moral clarity, and a deep sense of responsibility to his community. From children’s literature to memoirs to guides on love and self-awareness, Common has used the written word to connect with people of all ages. His writing, like his rhymes, encourages readers to grow, reflect, and believe in the power of love and self-expression. Common also wrote the afterword on The Anthology of Rap, alongside Chuck D. Want to read more Hip-Hop books like any of these titles? Check our full collection at HipHopBooks.com for the greatest books in Rap/Hip-Hop. A book every Rap/Hip-Hop fan should have in their library is the Rap Dictionary.

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Books Written by Rapper Rakim William Michael Griffin Jr., aka Rakim, is widely regarded as one of the greatest MCs of all time who forever changed the landscape of Rap/Hip-Hop with his complex rhymes, innovative flow, and spiritual depth. Known as the “God MC,” his influence goes far beyond music, he’s also an author, using the written word to share his philosophies on creativity, life, and the culture he helped shape. How many books has Rakim written? 1. (so far at the time of this post). Here’s a look at the books written by Rakim: 1. Sweat the Technique: Revelations on Creativity from the Lyrical Genius (2019) Publisher: Amistad (an imprint of HarperCollins) Release Date: September 15, 2020 Page Length: 272 pages ISBN: 9780062850249 In his debut book Sweat the Technique, Rakim delivers part memoir, part guide to artistry. The book takes readers through his upbringing in Long Island, the early days of Rap/Hip-Hop, and his groundbreaking partnership with Eric B. But more than just a life story, Rakim also provides insight into his creative process, breaking down how he constructs rhymes, finds inspiration, and approaches the art of MCing. For fans and aspiring artists alike, this book is both a behind-the-scenes look at Rakim’s journey and a masterclass in lyricism. What’s Inside Rakim’s Sweat the Technique: Revelations on Creativity from the Lyrical Genius book: • Stories from Rakim’s childhood and early career • Reflections on the creation of classic songs and albums • Insights into his spiritual beliefs and how they shaped his art • A breakdown of his rhyme techniques and writing process • Advice for artists on creativity, discipline, and authenticity Rakim has only authored one book. His only book, Sweat the Technique captures the essence of his artistry and cements his role as not only a pioneer of Rap/Hip-Hop but also a thinker and teacher. Just as his music influenced generations of MCs, his writing continues to inspire readers and creators who seek to understand the power of words, rhythm, and imagination. Rakim’s literary contribution, much like his music, is timeless. Want to read more Hip-Hop books like any of these titles? Check our full collection at HipHopBooks.com for the greatest books in Rap/Hip-Hop. A book every Rap/Hip-Hop fan should have in their library is the Rap Dictionary.

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