After decades writing songs inspired by literature, Kate Bush can now finally call herself an author in her own right as she prepares to publish her first book of lyrics.

The book, which is called How to Be Invisible and is published by Faber, will be released in December and feature selected lyrics from the pop star's 40 year career.

The introduction to the book is written by Cloud Atlas author David Mitchell, who said in a statement: "For millions around the world Kate is way more than another singer-songwriter: she is a creator of musical companions that travel with you through life.

One paradox about her is that while her lyrics are avowedly idiosyncratic, those same lyrics evoke emotions and sensations that feel universal.”

Faber have previously published books of lyrics for other prominent British songwriters, such as Van Morrison, Jarvis Cocker and Ian Curtis, but Bush, 60, will be the first female artist to have such a book published by the house.