An anthology of 113 original poems inspired by Taylor Swift songs, from a powerhouse group of contemporary poets – including Diane Seuss, Amanda Lovelace, Hollie McNish, Richard Siken, Ilya Kaminsky, Joy Harjo, Lang Leav, Paul Muldoon, Maggie Smith, Jane Hirshfield and Yusef Komunyakaa.
With a record-breaking four Grammy awards for Album of the Year, Taylor Swift’s lyrics have been heard by millions around the world – clever, authentic, and elegantly written, to her fans these songs are a kind of modern poetry.
In Invisible Strings, poet, professor and dedicated Swiftie Kristie Frederick-Daugherty has brought together 113 new poems, each inspired by a particular Taylor Swift song.
Taking a cue from Taylor’s love of clues and puzzles, test your knowledge of every era – from Fearless to folklore, Reputation to The Tortured Poets Department, vault tracks included – to match each poem to the song it is a response to.
For Swifties, this is a creative and affectionate reimagining of their favourite writer’s culture-defining discography – with a chance to see these songs in a brand new way.
For poetry lovers, this one-of-a-kind anthology is an unparalleled collection of new work from some of the most lauded and exciting voices in contemporary poetry.
✨ READERS LOVE INVISIBLE STRINGS ✨
‘If you like Taylor Swift easter eggs, this is the book for you… beautiful, thought-provoking and so much fun!’
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‘If you’re a fan of Swift’s music, you’ll find yourself enchanted by this collection… a one-of-a-kind experience’
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Poetry meets pop brilliance… a must-read for Swifties and poetry enthusiasts alike’
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Moving and thoughtful and incredibly fun’
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
With a record-breaking four Grammy awards for Album of the Year, Taylor Swift’s lyrics have been heard by millions around the world – clever, authentic, and elegantly written, to her fans these songs are a kind of modern poetry.
In Invisible Strings, poet, professor and dedicated Swiftie Kristie Frederick-Daugherty has brought together 113 new poems, each inspired by a particular Taylor Swift song.
Taking a cue from Taylor’s love of clues and puzzles, test your knowledge of every era – from Fearless to folklore, Reputation to The Tortured Poets Department, vault tracks included – to match each poem to the song it is a response to.
For Swifties, this is a creative and affectionate reimagining of their favourite writer’s culture-defining discography – with a chance to see these songs in a brand new way.
For poetry lovers, this one-of-a-kind anthology is an unparalleled collection of new work from some of the most lauded and exciting voices in contemporary poetry.
✨ READERS LOVE INVISIBLE STRINGS ✨
‘If you like Taylor Swift easter eggs, this is the book for you… beautiful, thought-provoking and so much fun!’
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘If you’re a fan of Swift’s music, you’ll find yourself enchanted by this collection… a one-of-a-kind experience’
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Poetry meets pop brilliance… a must-read for Swifties and poetry enthusiasts alike’
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Moving and thoughtful and incredibly fun’
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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