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    Who Was Dolly Parton?

    Part of Who Was?

    Author True Kelley, Who HQ
    Illustrated by Stephen Marchesi
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    $15.99 US
    Penguin Young Readers | Penguin Workshop
    5.69"W x 7.75"H x 0.45"D  
    On sale Nov 17, 2026 | 112 Pages | 9798217474189
    Grades 3-7
    Reading Level: Fountas & Pinnell U
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    Get to know Dolly Parton—the legendary country musician who touched the lives of millions with her voice, philanthropy, and kindness—in this biography for young readers that’s part of the #1 New York Times bestselling Who Was? series.

    Born in a little cabin in Tennessee, Dolly Parton always dreamed big. 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. She was also an actress, author, businesswoman, and philanthropist whose "Imagination Library" reading initiative has sent over 332 million books to children around the world. Dolly Parton was more than just the Queen of Country—she was a shining example of positivity, kindness, and faith that impacted millions of people.

    Complete with comprehensive, age-appropriate text and black-and-white illustrations throughout, this Who HQ biography of Dolly Parton is the perfect way for young readers to learn all about one of the most influential artists of our time in an accessible and memorable way.
    True Kelley is the author and illustrator of more than 100 children’s books, including Who Was Pablo Picasso?, Who Was Abigail Adams?, and Hazel Nutt, Mad Scientist, winner of the Golden Duck Award for Best Children's Illustrated Book. She lives in Warner, New Hampshire, with her husband, fellow writer Steven Lindblom. View titles by True Kelley
    Who HQ is your headquarters for history. The Who HQ team is always working to provide simple and clear answers to some of our biggest questions. From Who Was George Washington? to Who Is Michelle Obama?, and What Was the Battle of Gettysburg? to Where Is the Great Barrier Reef?, we strive to give you all the facts. Visit us at WhoHQ.com View titles by Who HQ
    Stephen Marchesi lives in Croton-on-Hudson, NY. View titles by Stephen Marchesi

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    Get to know Dolly Parton—the legendary country musician who touched the lives of millions with her voice, philanthropy, and kindness—in this biography for young readers that’s part of the #1 New York Times bestselling Who Was? series.

    Born in a little cabin in Tennessee, Dolly Parton always dreamed big. 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. She was also an actress, author, businesswoman, and philanthropist whose "Imagination Library" reading initiative has sent over 332 million books to children around the world. Dolly Parton was more than just the Queen of Country—she was a shining example of positivity, kindness, and faith that impacted millions of people.

    Complete with comprehensive, age-appropriate text and black-and-white illustrations throughout, this Who HQ biography of Dolly Parton is the perfect way for young readers to learn all about one of the most influential artists of our time in an accessible and memorable way.

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    True Kelley is the author and illustrator of more than 100 children’s books, including Who Was Pablo Picasso?, Who Was Abigail Adams?, and Hazel Nutt, Mad Scientist, winner of the Golden Duck Award for Best Children's Illustrated Book. She lives in Warner, New Hampshire, with her husband, fellow writer Steven Lindblom. View titles by True Kelley
    Who HQ is your headquarters for history. The Who HQ team is always working to provide simple and clear answers to some of our biggest questions. From Who Was George Washington? to Who Is Michelle Obama?, and What Was the Battle of Gettysburg? to Where Is the Great Barrier Reef?, we strive to give you all the facts. Visit us at WhoHQ.com View titles by Who HQ
    Stephen Marchesi lives in Croton-on-Hudson, NY. View titles by Stephen Marchesi

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