Though her father, Robert Lee Parton, couldn’t read or write, Dolly saw his wisdom and business savvy as a guiding light. Inspired by his struggles, she launched the Imagination Library—an incredible program that’s gifted over 100 million free children’s books worldwide, helping countless kids discover the joy of reading.

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