Rapper 50 Cent is writing a semi-autobiographical novel for teenagers about bullying, reports the New York Times.

5o Cent signed a deal with Razorbill publisher Ben Schrank to write and release a book called Playground. Playground will be a fictional retelling based on his childhood and will address the topic of teen bullying. The rapper said:

“I had a strong desire to write Playground because I wanted to explore how a kid becomes a bully. I drew on events from my own childhood and adolescence, but was excited to see the story take on its own life. This book would have been very helpful for me growing up and now that I have a teenage son, it is my goal that this will have a positive influence on all teenagers.”

The story is set to be released in January and will focus on a 13-year old schoolyard bully “who finds redemption as he faces what he’s done.”

What do you think of 50 Cent’s new endeavour? Will you be reading Playground?

Written by Michelle Wincott