Dear Reader

Dive into the literary world of Taylor Swift like never before. Between the pages of this interactive journal, you will meet iconic characters of classic literature, soak up the magic of folklore and fairytales, delve into the imagery of tortured poets, and so much more.

• Organised by theme, enter the library of Taylor and become an expert in her canon, from the unreliable narrator of The Great Gatsby, the feminism of The Bell Jar or the social commentary of The Crucible
• If you haven't read the books, no problem! SwiftNotes give you a crash course of each literary work
• Deep dive into each topic with prompts, questions and invitations to create, doodle and dream, making this a private diary just for you
• Discover even more easter eggs with the Music Video Muse, which explains the visual storytelling behind Taylor's music videos
• With all your bookish knowledge, write your own lyrics, or even create your own Taylor Swift book club with friends

About the Author

Viktoria Capek is the Communications and Development Manager at The Venture Center, a non-profit in Arkansas where she drives communication, public relations, and content creation strategies, focusing on economic and entrepreneurial growth with an emphasis on inclusivity for women, people of color, and the LGBTQ+ community. Her career first took off in broadcast news in Little Rock, where Viktoria advanced to lead overnight-breaking news reporter and TV host, addressing issues like the gender wage gap and underrepresentation of QTBIPOC individuals in broadcasting. She holds a master’s degree in Arts Journalism from the University of Southern California and has received a National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Award.

Beyond her role at The Venture Center, Viktoria has managed media for the Athena Film Festival in New York City, a women's leadership-centric event and founded "Hairpins," a bi-monthly event for queer women in Arkansas. Through these initiatives, she continues to be a vital voice for change, creativity, and resilience in her community.