Everything I Need to Know I Learned from Dolly Parton: Country Wisdom for Life's Little Challenges

by Media Lab Books

Throughout her life, Dolly Parton has been seen as a beacon of guts, straight-talk, kindness and grit, beginning her life in poverty and growing to become one of the most resonant, prolific and long-lived icons of the modern era.

In this new book, Dolly’s personal code of conduct is transformed into practical guidance for readers who want to know how she would handle many of the real-life challenges they themselves are facing.

Calling upon Dolly’s personal examples, quotes, song titles and lyrics, and famous film scenes that were meaningful to her, as well as personal anecdotes provided by her co-stars, friends, family members, and peers, Everything I Need to Know I Learned from Dolly Parton provides insights into how to handle dozens of challenges, from managing heartbreak and succeeding at work, to raising children and responding to inequality.

Dozens of quotes, insights and full-color photos provide a glimpse into how Dolly has lived her life and how her approach can help readers overcome anything thrown at them.

Genres: Nonfiction

176 pages, Hardcover

Published November 3, 2020

Reviews

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book about Dolly, quotes, tons of pictures. Quick little feel good read. Love the hot pink and black cover. I'll be keeping it for display in my office. ❤️👑

[Ximena Gonzalez · Rating 5 out of 5]

cheesy? sure it is. particularly great advice? actually yeah! definitely cliche but can’t hurt to hear it all again going into the new year

also anything dolly will get 5 stars from me

the pictures are wonderful in this!!! i want them on my wall!

[Artemis Crescent · Rating 4 out of 5]

'Everything I Need to Know I Learned from Dolly Parton: Country Wisdom for Life's Little Challenges' - exactly what it says on the tin.

It is like a short biography of Dolly, interspersed with details about her singing and acting roles, and with her song lyrics, inspirational quotes, and words of wisdom. Its photos, taken over the decades, are sublime and divine.

Positive, uplifting, heartfelt and inspirational, and even sad and bittersweet at times - the more challenging times of Dolly's career and life (up to 2020, and oh boy would it be needed then) - 'Everything I Need to Know I Learned from Dolly Parton' (aka 'What Would Dolly Do?') is an honest, personal, raw, grounded, and hopeful look into the Queen of Country Music's life, and a treasure for any Dolly fan.

It is like a pocket book you can read in a day, and take with you anywhere, to look at if you feel you are in need of a pick-me-up. And a cup of ambition. A cup of freedom and love.



"I love that I've been able to make a living at something I love to do."


"If your actions create a legacy that inspires others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, then you are an excellent leader."


"Don't get so busy making a living that you forget how to make a life."



For more on Dolly:


'Pocket Dolly Wisdom: Witty Quotes and Wise Words from Dolly Parton'

'Dolly Parton: Ultimate Fan Edition: Little Golden Book Biography'

'My Little Golden Book About Dolly Parton'


Final Score: 4/5

[Kasc · Rating 4 out of 5]

This little book is a fine addition to any coffee table. It is filled with pictures, quotes and little insights into Dolly's colourful life. Certainly this is not something to read front to cover, but to browse every now and again as a charming pick-me-up. Plus, it looks pretty with its sturdy cover that is adorned with a little pink glitter quite befitting its object.

[VIC MC · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love me a novel about Dolly Parton and this one though not written by her had a lot of great details in regard to her life and I enjoyed learning more about her. The details, the photographs, the quotes—I ate the whole book up from page one to the very last page. The author was able to span her life from childhood to early stardom to her acting career and even to current work that she is still accomplishing to this day. Another phenomenal Dolly Parton book for my collection!

[Kelly Hobgood · Rating 5 out of 5]

So ok, this is not a novel, not even a “real book”. But I needed a break from some heavy reading (Shuggie Bain, Love Is A Mother). This was just the light-hearted break I needed in my reading! Dolly, an American icon! Now back to the drama…

[Kristin Green · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is so weird but so delightful! No idea who authored this book about Dolly Parton’s lyrics and lines from movies. They reached for the sky when trying to find a “lesson” to be learned. I really enjoyed the photographs and little snippets of her life. She’s certainly an American treasure.

[Megan Close Zavala · Rating 2 out of 5]

I didn’t necessarily have high expectations for this book, but it was rather underwhelming. There was very little new information about Dolly Parton, and it didn’t feel like the author had done much research at all. Always fun to hear Dolly’s perspective on things, though!

[Simone Cox · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dolly is a legend and an inspiration. Loved this book!

[Mary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love it!!!

[Teresa · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a great little book, especially for Dolly fans. It contains a lot of wisdom and the photos are wonderful.

[Mandi Hidalgo · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book. From life lessons and tidbits about Dolly's life to the great photos of the Queen of Country, it was thoroughly enjoyable.

[Ireland · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love the pictures from throughout Dolly’s career and the quotes from a variety of her songs and movies.

[Jennifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is Dolly Paton in a nutshell. Great photos, quotes, and life lessons.

[Juju Rodriguez · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars