If you’ve ever wondered how a girl named Taylor became the megastar Taylor Swift, here is a short book that takes her from her early days living on a Christmas tree farm to her Eras tour. The Little People, Big Dreams series offers up a picture book that tells in just 32 pages how a little girl fell in love with country music and learned how to make it her own.

Taylor Swift, named for James Taylor, grew up in a musical family. But it wasn’t until her parents took her to a country music concert as a child that she wanted to make music of her own. She didn’t have many friends at school, but she had music, and she had the drive to work hard. She started out recording herself singing other people’s songs, and she got some encouragement. But she realized that if she really wanted to made a difference, she would have to write her own songs.

Taylor took lessons in singing and acting and learned to play the guitar and piano. But more than that, she started to find her voice, and she started writing lyrics about her own thoughts and feelings. This is where she stared to find professional success, and she got a record deal, released her own albums, and started winning awards.

But part of Taylor’s success comes from the devotion of her fans. She makes room for them in her music, adding in hidden messages in her lyrics and music videos. But mostly, she is kind to them, stopping for photos and hugs, her smiles genuine as she shows off her trademark red lipstick. Taylor is also an inspiration, as she uses her voice to speak out against the bullies who try to insult her and speaks up for those may be struggling to find their own voices. She is a friend to young women and animals, she is a voice for women, and she is an inspiration to us all.

Taylor Swift is written by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, who brings the young life of the singer to life with very few words. And her words are illustrated with sweet, colorful illustrations from Borghild Fallberg. This small book packs a lot of information into a short volume, but it is filled with a lot of heart and motivation. This book would be perfect for young Swifties and those who are interested in music at a very young age.

Egalleys for Taylor Swift were provided by Frances Lincoln Children’s Books through Edelweiss, with many thanks.