Be More Taylor Swift: Fearless advice on following your dreams and finding your voice

by D.K. Publishing, Taylor Swift

What would Taylor do?

Songwriting genius, poised performer, warm-hearted friend—we’d all love to be a bit more like Taylor Swift. This brilliant guide will show you how.

Whether it is standing up for yourself and your friends, opening your heart to love, or refusing to let others write your reputation, these life lessons will help you shake off your troubles and become folklore for Swifties everywhere.

Containing advice on love, friendship, overcoming fears, being yourself, and finding creative inspiration, Be More Taylor Swift is the perfect gift for Taylor Swift fans.

Genres: Nonfiction, Self Help

64 pages, Hardcover

Published April 26, 2022

About the author

Dorling Kindersley (DK) is a British multinational publishing company specializing in illustrated reference books for adults and children in 62 languages. It is part of Penguin Random House, a consumer publishing company jointly owned by Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA and Pearson PLC. Bertelsmann owns 53% of the company and Pearson owns 47%.

Established in 1974, DK publishes a range of titles in genres including travel (including Eyewitness Travel Guides), arts and crafts, business, history, cooking, gaming, gardening, health and fitness, natural history, parenting, science and reference. They also publish books for children, toddlers and babies, covering such topics as history, the human body, animals and activities, as well as licensed properties such as LEGO, Disney and DeLiSo, licensor of the toy Sophie la Girafe. DK has offices in New York, London, Munich, New Delhi, Toronto and Melbourne.

Source: Wikipedia.

Reviews

[jayc · Rating 4 out of 5]

taylor swift is everything to me

[Nas · Rating 5 out of 5]

A cute, light book that packed with quotes, life lessons and advices on love, life, relationships and dreams—from Yours Truly, Taylor Swift.

This book is suitable for all walks of life and what’s great, you can finish it within one sitting wherever you are.

Every page serves an eye-pleasing look with beautiful illustrations and for surely, leave you pondering each and every quotes.

[anna⭐️ · Rating 4 out of 5]

my best friends gifted me this cute little book and i adore it <3 i just love taylor swift!

[Kyla Bockholt · Rating 3 out of 5]

Bought this at the pop museum in Seattle because Im a massive swiftie! it was fun to read lol

[Between The Pages (Gemma M) · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is not written by Taylor this is unofficial. But a brilliant little hardback book at just under 100 pages. An easy read full of life, relationship, friendship and career advice we can all learn from Taylor. Perfect for any little swift fans. Easy reading. Beautifully laid out and illustrated. A fab little book that could be educational and powerful for younger readers. A well deserved four stars from me.

[Court Schueller · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars.

I was gifted a few coffee table books last birthday/Christmas and this was one of them! Hadn’t read this one yet but if they’re going to sit out I need to read them all eventually! Not changing lives but super cute illustrations. More for life advice according to Taylor than learning something about her I didn’t already know. Loved the section about how being a good friend involves being an ally! And the explanation on why she phased out the 4th of July parties was cool. Can’t complain!

[alinne]

exact same thing as the other one honestly

[Samantha Hayes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really cute book with good advice 😊🥰

[Cherlynn | cherreading · Rating 3 out of 5]

"Created by Swifties for Swifties", this is a fun collection of quotes, advice and lessons all in very digestible form. I would say it's more fan service than practical guide, so it's definitely on the prejudiced side.

I enjoyed how the content, themes and colour palettes reference/pay homage to Taylor Swift's life, achievements and albums. My favourite segment would be the one about forgiving your mistakes and Good Girl Syndrome. So relatable and I'm sure many women will be able to resonate with it.

Overall, this is a light and quick read with some good messages.

[Arianne Padilla · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a cute little advice book written by fans for fans. I kept thinking it was like a little motivational PowerPoint as I went through it. I wouldn't agree with whoever called it "brilliant", but it would be a great coffee table book for any Swiftie. I liked the art and the quotes included. It can be read in one sitting.

[Sonia · Rating 3 out of 5]

Este año celebro mi 14 aniversario siendo una orgullosa swiftie. Durante este tiempo he podido presenciar no solo su desarrollo como artista, sino sus Ups and Downs, sus cambios "drásticos" de eras y en la música, los robos, las traiciones, el desamor, la amistad, el amor, la igualdad, los premios, ñas críticas y un largo etcétera.

Este libro, como bien dice, no es una biografía, es un libro por y para Swifties. Si tuviese que encontrarle un fallo es el mensaje "Sé como Taylor Swift", el cual cambiaría a "Aprende con Taylor Swift". Mis partes favoritas son aquellas que alientan a buscar tus motivaciones, lo que te hace feliz, a sentir, sufrir y luchar.

Muy contenta de añadir este libro a mi biblioteca y sobre todo a mi colección Swiftie.

[MARTHA · Rating 5 out of 5]

When I realised I had the opportunity to have this book be my first book of 2024, I immediately added it to my to do list. This book is labelled as a book for swifties, by swifties, and I think that's absolutely perfect. It was a quick and fun read and I enjoyed every second, and wish that I could have 10 more other versions to read. I think it's a book every swiftie should read, and it genuinely does encourage you to "be more Taylor"; and as I'm going to be seeing Taylor live this year (screaming, crying, throwing up) I think the whole prospect of trying to be more Taylor is a great idea

[Amy · Rating 4 out of 5]

*3.75 ⭐ rounded up

When I tell you I speed read this book (which I had to ask my best friend to get me because I couldn't think of anything else I would manage to finish in less than a quarter of a day)

It's light and easy to read, not the best piece of literature ever but it serves it's purpose. I really wish it had way more quotes from Taylor's songs tho.

[Maja · Rating 4 out of 5]

From Swifties to Swifties. 💕 Lovely illustrations, and cute quotes. If you know a Swiftie, now you know what to get them. 👌🏻

[Makena Cagle · Rating 5 out of 5]

I LOVE THIS SWIFTIES NEED THIS!!🪩🫶🏼💐

[Delilah · Rating 4 out of 5]

taylor is very inspirational to all.

[ruby (taylor’s version) · Rating 3 out of 5]

i love taylor so much🫶🏻.

[Serena Wigglesworth-Littlewood · Rating 5 out of 5]

Be more Taylor , I couldn’t agree more.

[Ashley · Rating 1 out of 5]

the swifties are a different breed I swear

[Kim · Rating 1 out of 5]

Got this as a gift. Save your money.

[marie ⭐️ · Rating 5 out of 5]

“i wanna wear pink and tell you how i feel about politics and i don’t think that those things have to cancel each other out.” - TS

[kar &#x1065a; · Rating 5 out of 5]

this was so fucking cute oh my god

[Prisha · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book gives amazing advice on how to tackle difficult and new situations, moreover helps to make yourself a better and happy person. If you’re a swiftie, you’re definitely gonna love this

[Twila · Rating 4 out of 5]

22nd birthday present from the lovely Sophie, nice, short, read-in-one-sitting with a cup of coffee book.

[Aoife · Rating 4 out of 5]

This unofficial book of Taylor Swift gave all her advice on life, love, friendships, passion, values etc over the years. It was pretty decent too as it mentioned lyrics from folklore and evermore. For a causal Taylor Swift fan or a swiftie like me, it was a great quick read and I really enjoyed it. I loved the little illustrations too throughout the book. It really was a book that I think Taylor herself would appreciate.

Definitely would recommend it to anyone who even kind of likes Taylor and her much and isn’t a huge fan, because you will enjoy it.

[MK · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book contains tips on how to live a positive life and build good relationships based on Taylor's lifestyle and songs.
I liked the different approaches the Swifties took to Taylor's songs.

What resonated with me the most is that Taylor values "royalty."
She says that by remembering to be loyal to her fans, her musician stuff, and all the people around her, she will get good karma back.

Therefore, there are always many people around her.
This book takes about 15 minutes to read, so if you are a fan of Taylor's, you should definitely read it!

[Nayeli · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a cute little book, definitely a bit of a novelty item. I bought it as a gift for someone else but decided to read it before giving it away (shh), it’s short and you can read it in less than half an hour.

I’m not the biggest Taylor Swift fan but I understand why she’s an inspiration for many, and I can’t complain about a book that tries to get people to better themselves, it’s a bit like a self-help book in that way, a bit superficial with some topics but it works for what it is.

[Janis · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like to read a book before I give it to one of my grandkids, and I have to admit I really enjoyed this book. What a great role model for your girls. She is not only a successful musician, singer, and business woman, her fans who authored this book know her to be honest, hard working, extremely talented, and smart. the short essays offer sound advice to young girls.

[Aries Aster · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's a cute advice book that's targeted to fans of Taylor Swift who will buy anything of hers. It's good advice, but all stuff any adult should know. Get it for your preteen Swiftie, but nobody else, really.

[Emily · Rating 3 out of 5]

Disappointing. I thought this was written by T Swift, I didn't see the barely legible "unofficial" in the corner.

Overall though, the simple one page messages that relate to Taylor were fine. A little simple imo. Very easy read though