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Eric Morse is an author.

Eric Morse is a children’s author, parenting columnist, and culture, politics, and business writer.

Eric’s cultural-history children’s books are beloved by kids and adults alike. His debut book, What Is Punk?, was an Amazon best-seller and named by the Toronto Globe and Mail as one of its “Best Books of 2015.” The follow-up, What Is Hip-Hop? inspired a generation of young B-boys and B-girls to rock it 'til the break of dawn. (Sorry, parents.)

He is also the award-winning founder and editor-in-chief of Trampoline House online magazine. Trampoline House was an influential digital publication focused on independent music, emerging artists, and up and coming authors, which was named Best New Online Magazine by SXSW in 2004.

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WHAT IS PUNK?

What Is Punk? is a must-read pop-culture primer for children—an introduction to the punk revolution, recreated in vivid 3-D clay illustrations and told through rhyming couplets.

From London’s Clash and Sex Pistols to the Ramones’ NYC protopunk, from Iggy Pop to the Misfits, it depicts some seminal moments and iconic characters. It's a delightful read for kids and parents alike, illustrated in a unique visual style, What Is Punk? lays the groundwork for the next generation of little punks.

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WHAT IS HIP-HOP?

“In the beginning, there was a beat...” So begins What Is Hip-Hop?—a playful guided tour of one of the most revolutionary pop culture movements of the twentieth century. With rhyming verses and engaging 3-D clay illustrations, What Is Hip-Hop? is a fun and informative read for B-boys and B-girls of all ages.

In the follow-up to their acclaimed hit What Is Punk?, Eric Morse and Anny Yi reunite and join forces with Nelson George to celebrate the music that changed their lives and the voices that achieved iconic status along the way.

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Reviews, Interviews, and More Information

Eric's editorial writing spans the spectrum from cultural critique to business and lifestyle correspondent, to breaking news. A smattering is available here. A sprinkling can be found elsewhere. Maybe if you look hard enough, you'll find a pinch or a touch or even a taste where you least expect it.

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Eric Morse is an author.

Eric Morse is a children’s author, parenting columnist, and culture, politics, and business writer.

Eric’s cultural-history children’s books are beloved by kids and adults alike. His debut book, What Is Punk?, was an Amazon best-seller and named by the Toronto Globe and Mail as one of its “Best Books of 2015.” The follow-up, What Is Hip-Hop? inspired a generation of young B-boys and B-girls to rock it 'til the break of dawn. (Sorry, parents.)

He is also the award-winning founder and editor-in-chief of Trampoline House online magazine. Trampoline House was an influential digital publication focused on independent music, emerging artists, and up and coming authors, which was named Best New Online Magazine by SXSW in 2004.

WhatIsPunk-800×800

WHAT IS PUNK?

What Is Punk? is a must-read pop-culture primer for children—an introduction to the punk revolution, recreated in vivid 3-D clay illustrations and told through rhyming couplets.

From London’s Clash and Sex Pistols to the Ramones’ NYC protopunk, from Iggy Pop to the Misfits, it depicts some seminal moments and iconic characters. It's a delightful read for kids and parents alike, illustrated in a unique visual style, What Is Punk? lays the groundwork for the next generation of little punks.

Reviews Interviews and More Information
WhatIsHipHop_Active-800×800

WHAT IS HIP-HOP?

“In the beginning, there was a beat...” So begins What Is Hip-Hop?—a playful guided tour of one of the most revolutionary pop culture movements of the twentieth century. With rhyming verses and engaging 3-D clay illustrations, What Is Hip-Hop? is a fun and informative read for B-boys and B-girls of all ages.

In the follow-up to their acclaimed hit What Is Punk?, Eric Morse and Anny Yi reunite and join forces with Nelson George to celebrate the music that changed their lives and the voices that achieved iconic status along the way.

Reviews, Interviews, and More Information

Eric's editorial writing spans the spectrum from cultural critique to business and lifestyle correspondent, to breaking news. A smattering is available here. A sprinkling can be found elsewhere. Maybe if you look hard enough, you'll find a pinch or a touch or even a taste where you least expect it.