Dolly Parton's Billy the Kid Comes Home for Christmas

Dolly Parton's Billy the Kid Comes Home for Christmas
Author: Dolly Parton
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 21
Release: 2024-10-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0593887824

In this standalone sequel to instant New York Times Bestseller Dolly Parton's Billy the Kid Makes it Big, Dolly's favorite god-dog is back with a tale about the true meaning of Christmas. French bulldog Billy the Kid is one lucky pup. He has everything he could ever want: a place in Nashville, a great band, and even a cross-country tour. It's all totally tail-riffic...but he can't help but feel that something's missing. When Billy's band is scheduled to perform at Barkafeller Center on Christmas Day, he'll have to decide what matters most to him: fame or family? Written by Dolly Parton with Erica S. Perl and illustrated by MacKenzie Haley, this is a hilarious yet heartwarming picture book about the importance of family, friendship, and of course, paw-some music.

Coat of Many Colors

Coat of Many Colors
Author: Dolly Parton
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 18
Release: 2016-10-18
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0451533429

Dolly Parton lends the lyrics of her classic song "Coat of Many Colors" to this heartfelt picture book for young readers. Country music legend Dolly Parton's rural upbringing in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee provides the backdrop for this special picture book. Using lyrics from her classic song "Coat of Many Colors," the book tells the story of a young girl in need of a warm winter coat. When her mother sews her a coat made of rags, the girl is mocked by classmates for being poor. But Parton's trademark positivity carries through to the end as the girl realizes that her coat was made with love "in every stitch." Beautiful illustrations pair with Parton's poetic lyrics in this heartfelt picture book sure to speak to all young readers.

I Am a Rainbow

I Am a Rainbow
Author: Dolly Parton
Publisher: Putnam Juvenile
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2009
Genre: Children
ISBN: 9780399247330

Words and music describe different emotions in terms of color, as when everything is rosy when one feels joyful, then remind the reader that everyone experiences this same rainbow of emotions.

Dream More

Dream More
Author: Dolly Parton
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 76
Release: 2012-11-27
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 1101600195

The legendary Dolly Parton shares her heartfelt hopes and dreams for everyone. Expanding on the popular commencement speech Dolly Parton gave at the University of Tennessee, Dream More is a deeper and richer exploration of the personal philosophy she has forged over the course of her astonishing career as a singer, songwriter, performer, and philanthropist. Dolly elaborates on the four great hopes she wants us all to embrace: Dream more, Learn more, Care more, and Be more. She offers examples from her own life, from her childhood in the hills of eastern Tennessee to her life as the iconic performer she is today. From one of the legends of our time, Dream More is an honest, funny, and uplifting anthem for all who want to take charge of their lives and forge a future on their own terms.

Dolly Parton, Songteller

Dolly Parton, Songteller
Author: Dolly Parton
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 389
Release: 2020-11-17
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN: 1797208381

Dolly Parton, Songteller: My Life in Lyrics is a landmark celebration of the remarkable life and career of a country music and pop culture legend. As told by Dolly Parton in her own inimitable words, explore the songs that have defined her journey. Illustrated throughout with previously unpublished images from Dolly Parton's personal and business archives. Mining over 60 years of songwriting, Dolly Parton highlights 175 of her songs and brings readers behind the lyrics. • Packed with never-before-seen photographs and classic memorabilia • Explores personal stories, candid insights, and myriad memories behind the songs Dolly Parton, Songteller: My Life in Lyrics reveals the stories and memories that have made Dolly a beloved icon across generations, genders, and social and international boundaries. Containing rare photos and memorabilia from Parton's archives, this book is a show-stopping must-have for every Dolly Parton fan. • Learn the history behind classic Parton songs like "Jolene," "9 to 5," "I Will Always Love You," and more. • The perfect gift for Dolly Parton fans (everyone loves Dolly!) as well as lovers of music history and country Add it to the shelf with books like Coat of Many Colors by Dolly Parton, The Beatles Anthology by The Beatles, and Born to Run by Bruce Springsteen.

Run, Rose, Run

Run, Rose, Run
Author: James Patterson
Publisher: Little, Brown
Total Pages: 379
Release: 2022-03-07
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0759554374

From America’s most beloved superstar and #1 New York Times bestselling author James Patterson comes a thriller about a young singer-songwriter on the rise—and on the run—and determined to do whatever it takes to survive. Every song tells a story. She’s a star on the rise, singing about the hard life behind her. She’s also on the run. Find a future, lose a past. Nashville is where she’s come to claim her destiny. It’s also where the darkness she’s fled might find her. And destroy her. Run, Rose, Run is a novel glittering with danger and desire—a story that only America’s #1 beloved entertainer and its #1 bestselling author could have created.

When Carrot Met Cookie

When Carrot Met Cookie
Author: Erica S. Perl
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 33
Release: 2021-09-28
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0593226313

Can a vegetable and a dessert really be friends? Find out in this sweet story of solidarity! Cookie and Carrot are a true dynamic duo. Carrot teaches Cookie how to dip (in hummus), and Cookie teaches Carrot how to dunk (in milk). But when Cookie and Carrot's other pals make fun of their friendship, the two start to wonder if different food groups can ever really be friends. Packed with plenty of puns, this satisfying tale of acceptance and forgiveness will leave kids asking for more. Exciting, easy-to-read books are the stepping stone a young reader needs to bridge the gap between being a beginner and being fluent.

Aces Wild

Aces Wild
Author: Erica S. Perl
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2013
Genre: Dogs
ISBN: 0307931722

Eleven-year-old Zelly Fried's parents will not allow her to have a slumber party until she teaches her mischievous puppy, Ace, to behave. But with Grandpa Ace around nothing is ever simple.

Penny and Clover, Up and Over

Penny and Clover, Up and Over
Author: Erica S. Perl
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 19
Release: 2020-06-16
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1524793434

Learning to read doesn't need to be ruff with this rhyming tail about a pair of lovable pups, now with a fresh look! Penny is a small, frisky puppy. Clover is a big, careful canine. While Penny has no problem jumping over a log, Clover isn't so sure she can do it. Can Clover come up with the courage to take a leap of faith and follow her friend?

Dolly

Dolly
Author: Dolly Parton
Publisher: Harpercollins
Total Pages: 332
Release: 1995
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780061092367

The successful country singer reveals her life since leaving home at the age of eighteen to pursue a singing career, while discussing her personal philosophies, her marriage, her friendships, and her achievements