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How to Loiter In a Turf War A Novel by Coco Solid
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A genre-bending work of autobiographical fiction from one of Aotearoa’s fiercest and
most versatile artists
Like nothing you’ve read before, How to Loiter in a Turf War is a lucid, genrebending,
cinematic work of fiction from one of Aotearoa’s most versatile artists.
It’s a day in the life of three friends beefing with their own city, Tamaki Makaurau. With
gentrification closing in and racial tensions sweltering, the girls must cling to their
friendship like a life raft, determined not to let their neighbourhood drift out to sea.
Fast, ferociously brilliant, crack-up funny and unforgettably true.
‘This book paints a picture of the Auckland I grew up in — when waiting for the 025 to
town was a gamble, and the answer to the question ‘where are you from?’ was an
essay, not a sentence. Like everything she makes, Coco Solid imbues this book with
fierce intelligence, laser-sharp specificity and cosmic warmth.’ — Rose Matafeo
‘Sharp, funny and dope as hell, How to Loiter in a Turf War is another Coco Solid work
of genius. With her piercing prose and expansive worlds, Coco has long been a life-raft
for brown kids swimming against the whirlpools of urban realities, and this work is no
different. Painfully perceptive, familiar and hopeful.’ — Lana Lopesi
‘This is one of the most exciting books I’ve ever read. A celebration and a challenge and
an impressive work of art and intelligence.’ — Pip Adam
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