Kathleen Hanna: My Life as a Feminist Punk

Kathleen Hanna, frontwoman of Bikini Kill and Le Tigre, takes center stage at the Miami Book Fair on Saturday, November 23, at The Pavilion (NE 2nd Ave. and NE 3rd St.), sharing insights from her memoir, Rebel Girl: My Life as a Feminist Punk. In conversation with author Ada Calhoun, Hanna reflects on her journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a punk icon whose feminist lyrics helped shape the Riot Grrrl movement. Attendees will hear about her musical influences, relationships with fellow artists and the challenges of being a trailblazing voice in punk music.

Kathleen Hanna is a renowned punk singer, writer and artist, best known as the frontwoman of the influential bands Bikini Kill and Le Tigre. A leading voice in the feminist punk movement, Hanna’s work has been celebrated for its raw energy and outspoken advocacy for women’s rights. Her memoir, Rebel Girl: My Life as a Feminist Punk, is a New York Times bestseller, offering a candid look at her life, from her tumultuous early years to her rise as a punk icon. Hanna’s influence continues to resonate through her music, activism and as a central figure in feminist discourse.