Book Recs for the folklore Girlies
About this episode
Brandi pairs each song from Taylor Swift's folklore with a matching book recommendation.
What if every song on Taylor Swift's folklore had the perfect book to match? This week, Brandi is hosting a solo episode where she pairs every track from folklore with a book recommendation that captures the song's atmosphere, themes, and emotional depth. From heartbreaking love stories to nostalgic coming-of-age tales, each recommendation is inspired by the world Taylor created on this iconic album. Whether you're a longtime Swiftie, a passionate reader, or just searching for your next great read, this episode has something for you. If you'd like to avoid spoilers for a particular book recommendation, use the timestamps below to skip ahead: 2:59 – the 16:11 – cardigan13:12 – the last great american dynasty16:41 – exile17:36 – my tears ricochet24:50 – mirrorball28:13 – seven32:17 – august35:55 – this is me trying40:01 – illicit affairs41:35 – invisible string45:00 – mad woman48:12 – epiphany51:20 – betty53:41 – peace56:15 – hoax Which folklore song would you pair with a book? Share your picks in the comments! Join the BYO book club on Patreon! Our July 2026 pick is Tropesick by Lauren Okie! Follow us on Instagram…
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