# Gangster Colouring Books Colour in Gangstas By Cowbag | Published 2007-03-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colour-in-gangstas References: [thesun](http://www.thesun.co.uk/article/0,,2-2007110657,00.html) & [amazon](http://www.amazon.com/Gangsta-Coloring-Book-Anthony-Morano/dp/0867196041/ref=pd_sim_b_3/103-6207290-8728617?tag=trenhunt0f-20) Whilst some argue these are in very bad taste, you can’t deny there is something unique about these coloring books. Only selling in TopShop for £6, they aren't exactly targeting children. But of course, the British media love to get hot under the collar about minor issues--it saves them writing about the major ones. In short, gangster coloring books are controversial. All the fuss means they are set to become collectors' items and it's only a matter of time before you can sell these for 10 times their original cost on [EBay](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sherwin-williams). UPDATE: Don't say I didn’t tell you… Topshop has pulled The Gangsta Rap Coloring Book from the shelves of its flagship [Oxford Street](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-mens-formal) store in the UK, after the book generated numerous complaints. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Controversial Coloring Books:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the adult coloring book industry by targeting niche markets with unique and controversial themes. - **Collectible Coloring Books:** Potential for disruptive innovation in the collectibles market by creating limited-edition coloring books that generate hype and can be traded for high prices. - **Retail Reaction to Controversy:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the retail industry by considering consumer complaints and adjusting product offerings to align with societal sensitivities. ### Where This Applies - **Adult Coloring Book Industry:** Innovative coloring book publishers can push boundaries and appeal to mature audiences with controversial themes, disrupting the traditional perception of coloring books. - **Collectibles Market:** Diverse range of collectible items, including limited-edition coloring books with unique themes, can disrupt the collectibles market and attract enthusiasts and investors. - **Retail Industry:** Retailers can embrace controversy and adapt their product offerings based on consumer feedback, creating disruption in the consumer goods market and staying ahead of social trends. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Book-Themed Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/booksy.md) - [Show-Inspired Coloring Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-the-dragon-1.md) - [Custom Coloring Creators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorjoy.md) - [Comic Book Coloring Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-by-me-manga-artist-set.md) - [Limited-Edition True Crime Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/serial-killer-shop.md) - [Playful Cookie-Coloring Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cookiecoloring-kit.md) - [Color-Changing Hot Chocolate Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorful-hot-chocolate.md) - [Viral Criminal Merchandise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-can-fix-him.md) - [AI Kids Coloring Pages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/SPLAT-1.md)