The illustrations were super cute. My issue is that this is marketed as a baby book and the written portion is definitely for an older audience. I liked that it was decided into fact and impact

If you love dolly Parton and want to share that with their kids

This was a super cute book! Everyone loves Dolly and all the kids should too!

Great format and visuals. Easy to read and follow along for our young readers!

Oh my gosh I ADORE this series! I want to buy every single one for my baby nephew! All of the art in them is so colourful and gorgeous! They contain far more information than I ever knew about the celeb as an adult! Super great book

Gorgeous story book about the life and works of incredible woman that is Dolly Parton.

A lovely book that got me singing along to her songs, learning about her passions and awards. Her amazing legacy in music, acting and philanthropy and truly breaking boundaries. An inspiration to us all!

This sweet and simple book is a great way to learn about Dolly Parton. Even if you don’t like country music (I don’t!), it’s easy to appreciate all the good things Dolly has done. Her story is easy to follow and paired with nice illustrations that make it even more enjoyable. It’s a great pick for kids or anyone who looks up to her.

Thanks to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for letting me read this lovely book—I definitely recommend it!

This was an informative, yet entertaining book about the acclaimed career of Dolly Parton. The illustrations were fun and colorful, which makes this the perfect book for little ones.

Thank you to NetGalley and Cider Mill Press for providing an e-ARC.

Super cute book! I loved the illustration style - it's really fun. The information was interesting, though with a book by "baby biographies", it seemed more for toddlers or a little older but as someone who reads pretty much any book with illustrations to a 1 year old, that's ok! Another quick critique I had was that I thought there was going to be maybe a "summary" or "wrap up" page at the end as it felt kind of abrupt with the last fact. Overall great book!!

This is such a cute idea, I absolutely loved learning about Dolly Parton and the illustrations are so cute! I’ll definitely be looking out for more books like this, so fun!!!

I love everything about this!! The colour choices and design is giving barbie vibes which is so fitting for Dolly. I have loved Dolly since I was a girl and I can imagine how excited I would be to see a book about her life when I was that age. I love that there are so many text-free pages because the illustrations are so unique and eye-catching.

My favourite thing about this book is that it doesn't only focus on Dolly's career, but also her humanitarian and social impact on modern America, and how she used her fame and status to improve the lives of women and children. Dolly was/is still an absolutely pioneer in the industry and this is a heartwarming ode to her.

Fun illustrations and a glowing overview of Dolly’s illustrious career. I do think that the title/series title was slightly misleading because the vocabulary in the book is fairly elevated, whereas it is marketed as a “baby biography.,” which I know now refers to the size of the book not the intended audience. That having been said, it was a fun and breezy read that will prove engaging to children.

As a toddler mom and music lover, I was excited to read this book about Dolly Parton. It’s packed with interesting facts about her career—many of which I didn’t know myself. For parents, it’s definitely informative.

However, I don’t think this book is suitable for toddlers. The writing is too complex, and there’s simply too much information for young children to process.
My 3-year-old isn’t interested in award nominations or the names of TV shows Dolly appeared on.
These details aren’t relatable or engaging for little ones.

I would have preferred a simpler writing style, with more focus on Dolly’s personal life and childhood, presented in a way that kids can connect with.

The artwork is adorable and brings the pages to life with bright, cheerful colors.

While targeting a young audience of readers, this colorful, informative book can be read and enjoyed by any age. There's a lot to like here. First, the illustrations are bright and charming as they show a sort of cartoon, or even coloring-bookish style Dolly throughout her career. I definitely liked the fact that her beloved butterflies are scattered throughout, giving children an extra thing to look for.

While this hardly covers new ground for long time fans, it's a well-done, nicely organized recap of the highlights. Nor does it focus strictly on her music. While that is certainly highlighted, it also mentions her many, many efforts throughout her career to help others. As a former teacher, I definitely loved the emphasis on the Imagination Library that has put books in the hands of millions who otherwise might not get that opportunity, not to mention her efforts to help lower the drop-out rate. Of course, you'll find the usual, all presented in a short, easily understood manner with lots of color (and butterflies). Song titles are often highlighted with background info and many of her awards are listed, too, as well as her film career. Each page/section is illustrated.

Bottom line, even for this long past "little one" reader status, I enjoyed this recap of the life and significance of the one and only Dolly Parton. Thanks for making this book available #CiderHillPress - #ApplesaucePress for those who are going to have the pleasure of discovering her and getting to know her for the first time. Hope they get to visit Dollywood some day for real.

Very informative book! Loved to read it and learned a lot of things I didn't know about Dolly Parton!

Thank you to NetGalley and Cider Mill Press for the ARC.

This biography is such a fun overview of Dolly Parton's life and contributions to music and culture. The illustrations are darling and the author chose the perfect snippets of Dolly's achievements to share. This book would be fun for any of Dolly's many fans!

As both an elementary school teacher and a mom to a child who loves biographies, I found this colorful book on Dolly Parton to be a fabulous introduction to one of the most iconic figures in music and culture. The book strikes a great balance—offering detailed information about Dolly’s life and career while keeping the text interesting and accessible for young readers. It’s perfect for kids who enjoy nonfiction or are curious about pop stars. This would make a wonderful gift or great addition to any child’s personal library or classroom collection.

This series is so well-presented! I abolustely ADORE the bright pink cover of Dolly Parton's edition! It's so pretty and beautiful! We learn quite a few things about where Dolly Parton's journey as a country music legend began, and all her wonderful contributions to world at large. The text is easy and simple to read and understand. Nichola Cowdery's illustrations are gorgeous! I really enjoy this series!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.

The pictures in this book were very cute. I enjoyed the illustrations. I also learned some things I did not know previously about Dolly Parton.

I love Dolly so reading this book was a no-brainer for me! Still, I learned quite a bit I didn't know before. I especially loved learning about her foundation to help lessen the drop out rate and was blown away from the decrease! The book is so pretty too, I just loved all the colors.

Read this to my son. Dolly is a major role model for me. My son is a member of her Imagination Library, so she’s very close to our hearts. It was lovely to read such a beautiful book together that gave more of her backstory and had lovely illustrations.

Who doesn't want to read about Dolly Parton? The Queen of Country has such an interesting life and is such a great role model. And the illustrations in this book are great!