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Kathleen Perricone

Confirm your Beyhive superfan status with this gorgeously illustrated, all-encompassing guide to all things Beyoncé.

All hail the queen! From her first solo at St. John’s United Methodist Church to becoming a part of Destiny’s Child, shaping the R&B scene, and becoming a pop icon, Beyoncé has taken the world by storm. Gathering her incredible life story, music, and fan culture all in one place, Beyoncé Is Life is the reference you need. Did you know that Beyoncé was supposed to star in the movie A Star Is Born, instead of Lada Gaga? Or that she became the first female artist to have the No. 1 album (Dangerously in Love) and the No. 1 single (“Crazy in Love”) in the US and the UK at the same time? 

Get to know her musical family, her talented friends who have helped launch her career, her husband and children who are her inspiration, and the artists who have helped shape her vision. Beyoncé Is Life takes it a step further and sheds light on the deep and rich symbolism always present in her music and videos, along with many more Easter eggs and facts. 

A comprehensive guide, this book includes: 

 • A full discography, including commentary on cover art, muses, and the inside scoop on her exciting new venture, Cowboy Carter
 • A "Bey-tionary" (dictionary) of terminology, including definitions for terms Beyoncé has personally coined, from "put a ring on it" to "Becky with the good hair"
 • The A-Bey-Cs of Beyoncé, from her most impressive A cappella moments to the zodiac signs found in her music 
 • Symbols and Easter eggs throughout Beyoncé's music, from a crystal spider web to the Tiffany Diamond
 • How Jay-Z contributed to her modern sound
 • Bey's lasting impact on pop culture, feminism, economics, art, film, and music
 • Her collection of fine art that influences her music and videos
 • Bey's ongoing work to help education initiatives, disaster relief efforts, COVID-19 relief work, and Black-owned small business

So, grab your best glitter corset and let biographer Kathleen Perricone take you on a journey to everything you need to know to be part of the Beyhive!

The Modern Icons series takes you on a journey through the lives and legacies of cultural icons who have shaped our world, from fashion to music to media. With original illustrations and meticulously crafted prose, this series captivates and enlightens, offering a glimpse into the personalities whose unparalleled charm and authenticity have left an indelible mark on popular culture.

The series includes: Taylor Swift Is Life, Harry Styles Is Life, Rihanna Is Life, Zendaya Is Life, Lady Gaga Is Life, Adele Is Life, Timothee Chalamet Is Life, and Billie Eilish Is LIfe.

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Beyoncé Is Life: A Superfan’s Guide to All Things We Love about Beyoncé

Join the Harry Styles fandom culture with this gorgeously illustrated, all-encompassing fan book on everything there is to know and love about the modern icon that is Harry Styles.

From his first appearance on The X Factor and touring with One Direction to breaking out in a successful solo career, reimagining the men’s fashion world, and becoming a pop icon, Harry Styles has taken the world by storm. Gathering his incredible life story, music, and fan culture all in one place, Harry Styles Is Life is the one and only Harry Styles reference you need.

This treasure trove of essential Harry knowledge includes:

 • A full biography capturing his first audition on 
The X Factor • and life in one of the world's most famous boybands
 • The discography of each albums, including the inspiration behind the recordings, lyrical Easter eggs, and cover art 
 • A very Harry A to Z, covering Harryween, the Daylight unofficial music video, his relationships, and more
 • Other iconic moments of the flirty singer, from all of his tattoos to his mission of inclusion and acceptance

 

Both a tribute to our beloved Harry and a chic showpiece for any well-appointed bookshelf, Harry Styles Is Life is a must-have for every Styler, Harrie, or Directioner. 

The Modern Icons series takes you on a journey through the lives and legacies of cultural icons who have shaped our world, from fashion to music to media. With original illustrations and meticulously crafted prose, this series captivates and enlightens, offering a glimpse into the personalities whose unparalleled charm and authenticity have left an indelible mark on popular culture. 

The series includes: Taylor Swift Is Life, Beyonce Is Life, Rihanna Is Life, Zendaya Is Life, Lady Gaga Is Life, Adele Is Life, Timothee Chalamet Is Life, and Billie Eilish Is LIfe.

Harry Styles Is Life: A Superfan’s Guide to All Things We Love about Harry Styles

“Written by Kathleen Perricone, this is truly an inside look at Taylor Swift. From her songs to her clothes to her history and even, some fun things just for fans, this book is honestly one of the coolest ones I’ve read this year.”―Culturess

Celebrate your best Swiftie life with this gorgeously illustrated, all-encompassing fan book on everything there is to know and love about the modern icon that is Taylor Swift.

From her first vocal lessons at age nine, to learning the guitar at twelve, to becoming the most downloaded women on Spotify, and then breaking the internet with her Eras Tour, Taylor Swift has rocked the music scene and captured the hearts of fans across the globe. Gathering her incredible life story, music, and fan culture all in one place, Taylor Swift Is Life captures her epic achievements, brilliant lyrics, and her incredible ability to connect with her fans like no other musician before her. 

This treasure trove of essential Swiftie knowledge includes: 

 • A full biography capturing her early inspiration and first performances through her through her sensational 2023-2024 Eras Tour
 • A full discography of Taylor’s music, including the significance of each album personally and professionally, the meaning behind every Track 5, and all the hidden Easter eggs and symbolism behind the songs.
 • Swiftology, or Taylor A to Z, covering significant words, imagery, and people in Taylor’s life that every Swiftie should know, from arm poetry to maple lattes, and polaroids to Zoë Kravitz
 • Taylorscopes for every sign, to find out how your stars align with Swift’s music, and learn which Taylor song represents you 

Both a tribute to our beloved Tay and a chic showpiece for any well-appointed bookshelf, Taylor Swift Is Life is a must-have title for every true Swiftie. 

The Modern Icons series takes you on a journey through the lives and legacies of cultural icons who have shaped our world, from fashion to music to media. With original illustrations and meticulously crafted prose, this series captivates and enlightens, offering a glimpse into the personalities whose unparalleled charm and authenticity have left an indelible mark on popular culture.

The series includes: Beyoncé Is Life, Harry Styles Is Life, Rihanna Is Life, Zendaya Is Life, Lady Gaga Is Life, Adele Is Life, Timothee Chalamet Is Life, and Billie Eilish Is LIfe.

Taylor Swift Is Life: A Superfan’s Guide to All Things We Love about Taylor Swift

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