Faces of Rap Mothers Fathers Edition
Created by Candy Strother DeVore-Mitchell
Foreword by Music Mogul Jeffrey Collins
Ghostwritten by Donna L. Quesinberry (“Q”)
Published by DonnaInk Publications, L.L.C.
Faces of Rap Mothers Fathers Edition is a powerful anthology honoring the influential roles of fathers within the rap and hip-hop community. Through intimate narratives, personal reflections, and behind-the-scenes insights, this volume celebrates the men whose presence, perseverance, and passion have shaped both the music industry and their families.
From lyrical mentors to cultural anchors, these fathers represent the heartbeat of hip-hop’s legacy. Their stories—often untold—reveal the triumphs, struggles, and generational impact of fatherhood in a genre built on truth and resilience.
About the Author – Candy Strother DeVore-Mitchell is the founder and CEO of Faces of Rap Mothers Enterprise, a California corporation encompassing publishing, television, and music. As the visionary behind the Faces of Rap Mothers brand, Candy has created a platform that amplifies underrepresented voices in rap and hip-hop culture.
Inspired by her family’s deep ties to the civil rights movement and her own journey as a mother, Candy expanded the series to include fathers—recognizing their pivotal role in shaping artists, families, and communities. Her work spans literature, television (Faces of Rap Mothers Television Network on Roku), and music (Faces of Rap Mothers Music Group), with a mission rooted in empowerment, diversity, and legacy.
About the Foreword Contributor – Jeffrey Collins is a respected voice in the entertainment industry whose foreword brings depth and authenticity to this edition. His reflections honor the fathers featured in the book, offering heartfelt recognition of their contributions to music, family, and cultural evolution. His words set the tone for a volume that is both celebratory and introspective.
About the Ghostwriter – Donna L. Quesinberry is the Founder & President of DonnaInk Publications, L.L.C., a woman-owned independent publishing house. Known as “Q,” Donna is a seasoned ghostwriter, editor, and brand strategist who captures authors’ voices through collaborative dialogue and deep research. With over 25 published titles and 200+ editorial projects, Q’s work spans business books, poetry, academic texts, and cultural memoirs. Her developmental editing process includes full manuscript review—refining structure, layout, and narrative flow.
As ghostwriter for this edition, Donna brings clarity, compassion, and cultural fluency to each story.
She resides in the DC metro area with her adult son, “TBI Guy,” a TBI survivor and co-author of the TBI Guy series. Together, they share their home with two long-haired chihuahuas, Scuttle and Charlotte.
About the Publisher – DonnaInk Publications is a woman-owned indie press representing 30+ eclectic authors from nine countries across five continents. Known for delivering high-quality, genre-spanning works, DonnaInk supports both emerging and established voices through a full suite of services: author representation, editorial, ghostwriting, design, marketing, PR, and more.
With imprints like Beat Deep Books and Little Buggy Productions, DonnaInk is the official publisher of the Faces of Rap Mothers series and its companion volumes. The press is committed to legacy literature, cultural storytelling, and empowering authors to build lasting impact.
Embark on a journey through Faces of Rap Mothers Fathers Edition and discover the powerful influence of fatherhood in the rap and hip-hop community. These stories are more than memoir—they’re music, movement, and memory.
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