For the library that has How To Rap, adding How To Rap 2 is a natural and worthwhile purchase. How To Rap 2 is a technical manual for the aspiring rapper. Author Paul Edwards details out rhythm and vocal techniques as well as rhyming techniques. Precise examples from real rappers clarify what can’t be explained in words or reinforce what is said. Interwoven into every page are items of advice, information, and inspiration from rappers around the world. The rapper just looking for ideas and “how-tos” will gloss over these parts and the reader who can’t get enough of the world of rap will soak in each idea. For the lay person who knows nothing of rap, the words of wisdom from specific artists will get ignored but they could make their way through Edwards technical explanations, much like one does with most college textbooks — it’s that technical. As said, if How To Rap is checked out by patrons already, this will be a further lesson in the art of rap to enjoy. High school audiences and above.