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Remembering Dolly Parton, “The Book Lady”

The literacy program now gives more than 3 million children free books each month and was Parton’s proudest philanthropic effort.

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The country music legend’s Imagination Library gives free books to more than 3 million children around the world every month.

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Dolly Parton wanted to be remembered as a 'book lady'. Look back at her literary legacy.

Dolly Parton was an avid reader and dedicated over 30 years to giving children free books. Here's how the literary world will remember her.

·New York, United States
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Dolly Parton was ‘The Book Lady,’ reaching millions with Imagination Library

In 1995, Dolly Parton created the Imagination Library to inspire children in her hometown in tribute to her father. Now it's an international program.

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Remembering Dolly Parton, “The Book Lady”

The country music legend’s Imagination Library gives free books to more than 3 million children around the world every month.

·New York, United States
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Town & Country broke the news in New York, United States on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
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