DJ Khaled Inks Deal With Crown Archetype

By Maryann Yin 

The Keys Cover (GalleyCat)DJ Khaled has inked a book deal with the Penguin Random House’s Crown Publishing Group imprint, Crown Archetype. He has become well-known as a hip-hop recording artist who has worked with Kanye West, Jay Z, and Drake.

Khaled will collaborate with Mary H. K. Choi to write this book which will be called The Keys. Amanda Patten, a senior editor, will edit the manuscript. The publication date has been set for November 22.

Here’s more from the press release: “Written in the upbeat and positive tone for which he is known, THE KEYS will offer Khaled’s philosophy for success, featuring stories from his own life as he reveals all of the major keys. Khaled will also discuss the meaning behind some of his famous catchphrases, which have become part of the cultural lexicon despite their enigmatic nature, including ‘another one,’ ‘securing the bag,’ ‘special cloth alert,’ ‘bless up,’ and more. And throughout the book will be ‘Mogul Talk’ sidebars, featuring insight gleaned from famous friends.”