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Into the Taylor-Verse

Into the Taylor-Verse

Taylor Swift’s Songwriting Journey

Summary

Fearlessly jump and fall into the world of Taylor Swift with this illustrated appreciation of her music by Swiftian Theory co-founder Satu Hämeenaho-Fox.

This is the book for all Swifties of every era, and the perfect gift for the Taylor Swift fan in your life.

Get ready to deep dive into the story of Taylor’s life through her songwriting. Travel back to where it all began with her debut album Taylor Swift and journey through the eras, from the enchanting moments of Speak Now and 1989's red-heart sunglasses, to the cosy cardigan's of Folklore and bejewelled Midnights.

Including the musical influences and personal experiences that helped make Taylor the mastermind and icon she is, this book celebrates the inimitable talent of one of the world’s greatest songwriters, performers and cat lovers.

Covering her groundbreaking tours, fiercely loyal fans and inspiring position as a businesswoman, discover how Taylor uses her signature themes of girlhood, heartbreak and female friendship to master her craft, and how her genius for poignant lyrics and planting secret clues has developed her music into a whole universe for Swifties to explore.

Are you ready for it?

About the author

Satu Hämeenaho-Fox

Satu Hämeenaho-Fox is a Fearless-era Swiftie and author of books about culture. She has written books about many people whose artistry and/or clothes she likes, including Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, Zendaya and Lady Gaga. She has also written several children’s books on art and fashion history for New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art. She is the co-founder of the Swiftian Theory newsletter.
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