Taylor Swift
THE NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER
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Pub Date Jun 11 2024 | Archive Date Jun 3 2024
Quarto Publishing Group – Frances Lincoln Children's Books | Frances Lincoln Children's Books
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Description
*#1 Sunday Times bestseller*
Learn about the glittering story of Taylor Swift! The talented singer-songwriter who dreamed of sharing her talent with the world.
The perfect gift for every Swiftie in your life, young and old, this powerful book features captivating illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with photos of the star and a detailed profile of her life.
Little Taylor grew up on her family’s Christmas tree farm in Pennsylvania. Her life changed at six years old when she attended her first concert. Dancing and singing in the crowd as country musician LeAnn Rimes performed, Taylor fell in love with country music. Some of the kids at school didn’t understand, but Taylor managed to shake it off.
She took her first steps towards stardom by recording a demo of cover songs and sending it to record labels in Nashville, the home of country music. Yet while she enjoyed singing others’ songs, she knew all too well that she needed to express herself in her own words. When she began writing her own lyrics and melodies, her talent for putting feelings into words shone through.
After signing with a record label, she started working on her first album: Taylor Swift. It became very popular, very quickly. Soon, she had earned a number one single on the country music charts.
Next, she released her second album, a country-pop record named Fearless, it was a hit, and suddenly everyone knew her name. She won a Grammy and started to write more pop music for her albums—all the while keeping storytelling at the center of her work. Several albums and sell-out world tours followed. Despite the obstacles in her way, Taylor has always stood up for what she believes in and always believed in herself!
Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.
This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardcover and paperback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9780711295094 |
| PRICE | $15.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 32 |
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Average rating from 475 members
Featured Reviews
Abe C, Reviewer
I like this series of quick, easy to read, do you know about this person? books. I know who Taylor Swift is but I know very little about her (true!). So, this was a fun, short introduction. Didn't know she was named after James Taylor. Strange fact. I enjoy these tasty treats of a series.
Taylor Swift is a staple in our home and this book highlights so well what we love about her!! She is kind and tenacious and I do love that my daughters will grow up looking up to her.
Shannon T, Librarian
This book, as is the other books in this series, was a joy to read. Learning about one of the biggest pop stars and cultural icons in an informative and beautifully illustrated book was fantastic. With lots of facts and information, the reader is taken from Taylor's humble beginnings in Pennsylvania to her taking the stage as one of the biggest stars in the world. A beautiful life story that will captivate fans of Taylor Swift, and encourage new ones, and also foster a love of non fiction in children. With a timeline of events and photos at the end of the book, this would make a wonderful bed time read or assist children in school projects.
Reviewer 453301
This was such a cute book, telling the story of how Taylor first discovered her love of country music, to becoming a country musician, and then who she is now. It was full of beautiful illustrations while also ensuring diversity in the background characters. It was a cute, wholesome book that I would recommend to any Taylor fan!
Reviewer 464262
Beautiful book, so we'll written and a great portrayal of Taylor Swift to give little ones a great insight into her life and how she is successful!
As a mother and a teacher, I love books like this one. Taylor Swift by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara is a great biography for our young readers. I like how it also talked about difficult things for Taylor, like people making fun of her boots and being criticized no matter what she did. I liked that it showed that she didn't give up and realized that it only mattered what she thought of herself. This book is great for any Taylor Swift fan but what I really like about these books is that my swifty fans who are reluctant readers have a book with high interest to read. My daughter who loves Taylow Swift but doesn't like to read actually was interested in reading this book! That's a win for me! This book will hook any fan and I like the message in it as well ,especially as a mother of girls. I like the timeline at the end of the book with real pictures. I will be purchasing this book for my own kids as well as for my second grade classroom.
Thank you NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group for voluntarily letting me read this book and give an honest review. This book will be published on June 10, 2024.
Thank you NetGalley for the ARC. This was adorable. My nephew and I both loved it I will definitely be paying a hard copy when it comes out.
Christine L, Educator
Another great book in this series, this time about pop icon, Taylor Swift! These books are so cute in terms of illustrations, and put the biography in such an easy format for kids. So cute!
I received my copy from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
I love Little People Big Dream books - and was excited to see this one! My girls are young and very into Taylor Swift. We purchased the Little Golden Books Taylor Swift but the illustration and ease of the story in this Little People Big Dreams Book is more elevated. I mean the illustration is just adorable and my girls really enjoyed it. I will be purchasing the physical version once released.
Tina A, Reviewer
I was so excited to see Taylor Swift as the new subject of Little People, Big Dreams. The book is a delightful little snippet of a biography, perfect for her youngest fans. The artwork is adorable and charming, much like the young TSwift was at the time. The messaging was on point: work hard, follow your dreams, never give up, and above all be kind. This book is the perfect addition to any Swifties' library, regardless of their age.
Both my daughter and I were delighted to see Taylor Swift was the next star of Little People, Big Dreams. This is a house full of TS fans so it was great to preview this book and we're looking forward to adding it to our bookshelves upon publication.
Beautifully illustrated, the book tells the story of how Taylor found her path into the music business and onto to global stardom whilst remaining true to herself and being thankful and grateful to her fanbase. Taylor Swift's story is an especially inspiring one and her determination, kindness and talent is wonderfully celebrated in this book. This book would be a gorgeous gift for a young fan. It's really lovely.
This book is darling! I love the bite size biography for younger fans. The inclusivity shown in the artwork is amazing as well. It will be so good for kids who love Taylor to be able to see themselves in this book.
Reviewer 1214796
My daughter collects “Little People Big Dreams” books and she was so excited to have early access to her favorite popstar, Taylor Swift. The artwork was awesome, and the story was inspiring. We can’t wait to buy the physical book when it comes out to add to our collection!
This was the cutest book about my daughter’s favorite singer! Even though she’s two the whole time she kept saying that’s Taylor momma! I think little girls all over will love this book!
This is a fun book to introduce children to Taylor Swift! I loved the story and illustrations! Everything is so pretty and whimsical throughout the book. I also enjoyed the inclusion of the timeline at the end of the book! This book be loved by anyone who loves Taylor Swift!
Hilary F, Reviewer
Adorable! Perfect for little Swifties! Loved the message of following your wildest dreams while also still being a kind person. I would definitely buy this for my friends with little girls. So sweet!
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5/5
I am a Swiftie. I’ve been a Swiftie since I was 15 when Taylor released her debut album in October of 2016. I’m roughly the same age as Taylor. So watching her through the years and literally growing up with her and her music has been something I feel very grateful for.
This little people big dreams book is so darn cute! And very informative. I really enjoyed it a lot. I would definitely purchase this book for a friend’s child and even myself. This is the perfect addition to a collector’s collection!
Reviewer 1006330
I love this book series and this is a great addition to the collection. Moving and sweet it is the perfect book for kids and Swifties alike!
Many thanks to the author, publisher and Netgalley for providing this ARC in exchange for an unbiased review.
This is iconic! PSA if you’re a swiftie… you may get teary, this is so stinky cute. Buying for all my nephews and nieces!
Reviewer 800812
Taylor Swift
by: Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
Quarto Publishing Group - Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Pub Date: June 11, 2024
This inspiring children's biography of Taylor Swift is part of the Little People, BIG DREAMS series, which features people whose childhood dreams led them to achieve incredible things. The book begins with a narrative of Taylor's life, alongside incredible illustrations by Borghild Fallberg. It then moves to a detailed, chronological timeline of her life from 2007 to 2023, accompanied by photographs.
The book is sure to delight children of all ages and children at heart, and encourage them to follow their dreams. Taylor's talent and use of language in her songwriting skills surely leave a positive impression on me.
I received an advance reader's copy from Net Galley and Quarto Publishing Group - Frances Lincoln Children's Books. My review is my own.
My daughter, who is 8, is a big Taylor Swift fan and loved this book! The story is inspiring and the illustrations were captivating and beautifully done. We had a great time reading it together!
Elizabeth B, Reviewer
I downloaded this to read with my 6 year old daughter who really likes Taylor’s music. We read the book together and both learned some things about Taylor’s life. This book makes Taylor’s life relatable and emphasizes what a kind, caring person she is. This is an excellent book to read with any young Swiftie.
Another great Little People, Big Dreams title.
This is aimed a younger children so mainly focus's on simple facts such as how Taylor likes to be kind and caring. The pictures are lovely and I feel capture the essence of Taylor really well. Although this is a bit on the younger side for my 11 and 8 year olds as 'fans' they loved reading this book (although they can find out much more about her online) as it focuses more on her as a person than a pop star!
A great book for younger children and all Swiftie's!
Educator 1302448
These books are so fun! I loved learning about Taylor Swift’s journey and I loved the artwork! 5 stars
Hannah D, Reviewer
Such a sweet and tender look at this amazing woman’s music career and life! Perfect for kids of all ages. I know Taylor crazed kiddos in my life will love it! the pictures were engaging and matched the information.
My nieces and I are all Swifties, so being able to read this with them was so fun! The illustrations are so whimsical and charming. I was smiling pretty much the entire time while we were reading it, then we promptly cued up the playlist!
Yet another book in the Little People, BIG DREAMS series that stole my heart. This one is about Taylor Swift and the author captured Taylor’s life up to this point in a beautiful way. Both the story and the accompanying art is not only beautiful but also inspiring, showing kids all over the world once again that everything is possible even though there are hurdles in life that you need to overcome. I loved the artwork especially, which surprises with little details and adds beautifully to the story itself. I think every kid (and adult) can learn something from this, no matter if they’re a Swifty or not.
Thank you Quarto Publishing Group and Netgalley for providing me with this arc in exchange for an honest review.
As a huge Swiftie, it was an absolute honor to receive this book. As a lover of Little People, BIG DREAMS series, I have been waiting patiently for the day one of this is about Taylor. Like the other books in the series, it showcases people with extraordinary talent and courage, and show kids what they can do.
Stephanie W, Reviewer
My son is a fan of the little people, big dreams book and I'm a fan of Taylor Swift so this was an obvious choice for us to read together. We both enjoyed it. The illustrations and text are in the style of other books in this series.
Thank you to Netgalley, the publisher and Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara for providing me with an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This was a cute, short biography of Taylor Swift and her life so far. I loved all the drawings and thought it was a great read.
Casey E, Reviewer
I absolutely adored this little book, and would definitely buy it for my daughter (or myself)! I’m a huge Taylor Swift fan, and really appreciated the attention to detail in the illustrations (the Christmas stockings with her and her brother’s names, her three cats, her different outfits, the fact about who she was named after, etc.).
I only wish that there was even just one sentence about how she re-recorded her music to gain ownership over her own songs. There’s information on how she writes her own songs and how important that is, and there’s a note about The Eras Tour. But she was the first artist to re-record her music and that’s part of what not only made The Eras Tour such a big deal, it brought her fans together and made her a billionaire.
She also has a new album coming out in a few weeks, which may or may not be relevant to add.
Thank you! Can’t wait for pub day!
Reviewer 1385696
It's a great biography book for young children especially on someone that is current. Has amazing illustrations across every single page. Great book for a primary school library or for a music class.
Taylor Swift is a fantastic addition to the phenomenal Little People Big Dreams series. It's the book that all children will recognise such is their fame.
Everyone knows Taylor Swift due to her huge musical presence and worldwide dominance in the music scene. Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara tells Taylors' Life Story (so far) in a way that all young readers can understand and she uses positive, encouraging language.
Accompanied by detailed and realistic illustrations by Borghild Falberg, Taylor's achievements spring from the pages.
A book for all of the Swifties out there!
Lindsay W, Reviewer
Cute! I’ll read anything about Taylor! This would probably be a book I would buy for my nieces.
Thanks very much to Netgalley and Quarto Publishing Group – Frances Lincoln Children's Books for the chance to read this children’s book!
My young boys and I really enjoy the Little People, BIG DREAM book series. This one was about Taylor Swift and while I personally like the historical biography books more, this one was really cute and I actually learned a couple new things about Taylor Swift's early life. The illustration was colorful and adorable. This book would make the perfect gift for any Taylor Swift fan, whether child or adult.
Thank you NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group – Frances Lincoln Children's Books for providing me a digital review copy in exchange for my honest thoughts.
The illustrations in this book are fantastic!! The biographical information is both interesting and inspiring. I learned some new things I did not know about Taylor. I love how she persevered and pursued her dream despite the naysayers. After all, haters gonna hate, amirite??
I'd recommend this book, obviously, to any Swiftie. Also, it would be relevant to anyone who is curious about the music business in general, or anyone who loves a good underdog success story.
Thank you to Frances Lincoln Children's Books for providing a complimentary advance copy to me through NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
Taylor Swift by Marie Isabel Sanchez Vegara is a cute children’s biography about Taylor Swift.
The book is easy to read. I liked the way the author mentioned Swifties as the children that will really want this book will have. Connection to that. I love that they pointed out how caring and community minded Taylor Swift is, showing the reader not just the pop and country singer, but her heart and caring as well.
The illustrations are bright and fun
Nora M, Librarian
Who doesn’t love Taylor? This is an adorable, well-illustrated book that is sure to become beloved by Swifties and even parents who are looking to learn a bit more about Taylor. True to Taylor’s reputation, this did a beautiful job of illustrating empowerment and kindness. What a great example for young girls!
Thanks to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group- Frances Lincoln Children’s Books for allowing access to a digital ARC.
This is a cute, concise biography of Taylor Swift. It's perfect for her younger fans to read and learn about her journey. The illustrations are adorable. The writing is neat and easy for young readers to understand.
This book was super super cute and very well done! As a Taylor Swift fan I loved the way it described Taylor’s life and her passions. It defined a very kind, strong existence while keeping the language understandable for children, the target audience of this book.
Uma leitura adorável!! As ilustrações são incríveis e a história tem a simplicidade adequada a gerações mais novas.
A must read for young (or even older) fans of Taylor Swift. I absolutely adore the Little People, Big Dreams book series. Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for allowing me to read this arc before it hits the stores.
Emilie P, Reviewer
This was soooo cute!! I loved the illustrations and the story is so well written for all the little Swifties. I recommend it to all the Swifties and the people who want to find out more about this superstar
Thank you Netgalley and Quarto Publishing Group – Frances Lincoln Children's Books for the ARC
Wow what a beautifully illustrated book and such an inspiring story! Every swiftie mom will love adding this to their little's library!
Thanks to Netgalley and Quarto Publishing Group – Frances Lincoln Children's Books for the ARC
Chantelle M, Reviewer
Are you 'Ready for it?'
'Don't Blame Me' for how much I loved this books. There is incredibly beautiful artwork on every page, carefully capturing all the facets of Taylor's personality and quirks (including a few easter eggs of it's own) that will never go out of 'Style.' A 'Gorgeous' summary of Taylor achievements for younger readers so they don't feel like their 'On Their Own Kid.' I know 'All to Well' that Swifties everywhere will say, "I want this to be 'Mine'!" When it's over you'll ask "Is It Over Now?' and "Say Don't Go.'
A must read for all Taylor Swift fans but also a worth while read for those interested in how to achieve success doing the things that you love.
Omg, what a beautiful book. As a long-time fan of Taylor, I loved how this story took a little journey through her history, from her early days discovering music to seeing how she continued to pursue her dreams even after the ups and downs that come with her career. I've always believed that Taylor is an admirable person, and I love that children can learn her story from a very young age. (+) The illustrations were absolutely beautiful 💗
When I saw this book this morning, I immediately downloaded it, knowing that I’d see my favourite little Swiftie (my niece) today and we could read it together.
The first thing we both noticed was the beautiful illustrations. We agreed that of all the Little People, Big Dreams books we’ve read together, this one is the best illustrated.
We discovered why her parents gave her the name ‘Taylor’, why so many people like this singer and her lyrics, and why she has such a big following. Among other things, we also learned that Taylor will go down in history as the first artist to hold all top ten spots on the biggest U.S. music chart.
Taylor's kindness and dedication towards inclusion for all come across clearly in this story. My niece and I liked the reminder to be fearless in pursuit of our dreams.
This would make the perfect birthday gift for the little Swiftie in your life! It’s appropriately presented for elementary school children, incredibly engaging, and gives them insight into Taylor’s dreams and aspirations at each stage of her life. For the older elementary school-aged children, there’s a timeline that would be useful to accompany a project. My niece pointed out that it also shows the difficulties Taylor faced in her life and how she overcame them.
I was gifted this copy by Quarto Publishing Group, Frances Lincoln Children’s Books and NetGalley and was under no obligation to provide a review.
Reviewer 892273
Thank you to NetGalley and Publishers for an ARC of this book.
When I saw this book I actually squealed because I knew my daughter would love it. This book is so age appropriate for the younger elementary school aged Swifties. I love how it gives a concise time line of her biggest accomplishments, in terms easy enough for the little fans to understand. I also love how it shares her big milestones but also features the incredible things she does aside from her music. The pictures are so vibrant and beautiful.
Overall, I think Swifties of all ages will just adore this book. I know I can’t wait to add it to our bookshelf!
As a huge Taylor Swift fan, I couldn’t resist grabbing this one as a Read Now! I adored the super cute illustrations and the uplifting messages about finding your own voice and kindness being the most important thing to aspire to! I will definitely be buying a physical copy for my two-year old goddaughter who has others from this series on her pretty bookshelf and who I want to convert into a Swiftie as she grows up :D
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