Dream More: Books by and About Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton was a beloved singer, performer, philanthropist, and bestselling author whose unmistakable voice and boundless generosity touched generations. Across songs and stages, cookbooks and picture books, Dolly spent a lifetime sharing stories of where she came from while inspiring others to dream about where they might go. Celebrate her remarkable life, legacy, and enduring spirit with these books by and about Dolly Parton.
Kids’ Books by Dolly Parton | Adult Reads | Books About Dolly Parton
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Add to BookshelfCoat of Many Colors: 10th Anniversary Edition
by Dolly Parton
Inspired by Dolly Parton’s beloved song, this heartfelt picture book draws on her Smoky Mountains childhood to tell of a girl whose mother stitches a winter coat from colorful rags. Teased by classmates, she discovers that the love sewn into every stitch makes her richer than money ever could. This 10th anniversary edition features whimsical illustrations, a butter-yellow fabric cover, and a new foreword from Dolly.
Ages 3 – 7
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Dolly Parton’s Billy the Kid Makes It Big
by Dolly Parton and Erica S. Perl
French bulldog Billy the Kid has an ear for country music and big dreams of becoming a star, so he heads to Nashville to sing his heart out. But when bullies shake his confidence at the Battle of the Bow-wows, Billy turns to favorite songs, new friends, and a little help from Dolly Parton. Warm, funny, and music-filled, this picture book celebrates standing up to bullies, believing in yourself, and chasing your dreams.
Ages 4 – 7
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Dolly Parton’s Billy the Kid Comes Home for Christmas
by Dolly Parton and Erica S. Perl
When Billy and his band are booked to perform at Barkafeller Center on Christmas Day, Billy must choose between the spotlight and the people he loves most. Dolly Parton’s warm, funny holiday tale celebrates family, friendship, music, and the true meaning of Christmas.
Ages 4 – 7
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Dolly Parton’s Billy the Kid Dances His Heart Out
by Dolly Parton and Erica S. Perl
Billy the Kid has rocked stages across the country, but dancing in front of a crowd is another story. When his band lands a spot at Dolly Parton’s Doggy Dance Pawty, Billy signs up for lessons and meets the graceful Bella. With a big performance ahead, this playful picture book celebrates trying new things, building confidence, and putting your best paw forward.
Ages 4 – 7
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Behind the Seams
by Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton opens her legendary closet in this lavish celebration of a style all her own. Through candid stories and 450 full-color photographs, she traces her fashion journey from homemade clothes and the famed Coat of Many Colors to towering heels, wigs, stage costumes, film looks, and rhinestones galore. Drawing on her private costume archive, the book is a joyful tribute to individuality, beauty, and confidence.
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Star of the Show
by Dolly Parton
The final volume in Dolly Parton’s photographic trilogy celebrates her extraordinary life as a performer. Through personal stories, career-spanning memories, more than 500 full-color photographs, and treasures from her archive, Dolly revisits the stages and screen moments that made her a global icon, from her earliest family performances and Grand Ole Opry debut to world tours, film roles, and unforgettable live appearances.
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Dream More
by Dolly Parton
Inspired by her popular University of Tennessee commencement speech, Dolly Parton shares the personal philosophy that has guided her remarkable life and career. With honesty, humor, and stories from her Tennessee childhood through her years as an iconic performer and philanthropist, she explores four hopes for a fulfilling life: Dream more, Learn more, Care more, and Be more.
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Good Lookin’ Cookin’
by Dolly Parton and Rachel Parton George
Pull up a chair with Dolly Parton and her sister Rachel Parton George for a year of food, family, and fun. This inviting cookbook pairs more than 80 crowd-pleasing recipes with family stories, photographs, hosting tips, and twelve menus for holidays and special occasions. From country ham and biscuits to mac and cheese and strawberry shortcake, it brings the warmth and humor of the Parton kitchen to your table.
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Dolly Parton Ultimate Fan Edition Little Golden Book Biography
by Deborah Hopkinson
Celebrate Dolly Parton’s inspiring journey from rural Tennessee to country music legend, actress, philanthropist, and cultural icon. This deluxe Little Golden Book biography adds 22 pages of bonus fun, including Dolly facts and trivia, activities, a quiz, quotes, coloring pages, and stickers, all wrapped in a sparkly cover.
Ages 4 – 8
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I am Dolly Parton
by Brad Meltzer
This lively picture book biography follows Dolly from her humble Tennessee childhood to musical stardom while celebrating her dedication to literacy and children’s education. Charming illustrations and an uplifting message encourage young readers to dream big.
Ages 5 – 9
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Dazzlin’ Dolly
by Suzanne Slade
This spirited picture book biography follows young Dolly as she makes her own instruments, sings whenever she can, faces stage fright, and works toward the Grand Ole Opry — an inspiring celebration of creativity, courage, and perseverance.
Ages 7 – 10
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Who Is Dolly Parton?
by True Kelley and Who HQ
Dolly Parton always dreamed big, and she was right to! She wrote her first song at age five and became a country music star by the time she was in her early twenties. Of course, her success didn’t stop there. Dolly Parton is also an actress, author, businesswoman, and philanthropist whose Imagination Library reading initiative reaches children throughout the US, Canada, and the UK.
Ages 8 – 12
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DK Super Readers Level 4 Dolly Parton
by DK
This lively picture book biography follows Dolly from her humble Tennessee childhood to musical stardom while celebrating her dedication to literacy and children’s education. Charming illustrations and an uplifting message encourage young readers to dream big.
Ages 9 – 12
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