Dolly Parton's story is deeply rooted in Tennessee. She grew up as the fourth of 12 children in a one-room cabin on Locust Ridge and went on to write more than 3,000 songs, build Dollywood in the Smokies and put more than 250 millions books into children's hands through the Imagination Library.
Through it all, Tennessee remained close to her heart – a place she sang about throughout her career and never truly left behind, even as her life and career took her around the world.
Now, fans can honor Parton's extraordinary life with "Dolly: A Life of Many Colors," a 160-page commemorative hardcover from The Tennessean and the Knoxville News Sentinel. The exclusive collector's edition chronicles Parton's journey from her Appalachian roots to the Grand
Ole Opry stage, her biggest hits and movies and the creation of Dollywood, through compelling photographs with the stories behind them.

For those looking for a meaningful way to remember the country music legend and celebrate the legacy she leaves behind, here's how to pre-order "Dolly: A Life of Many Colors."
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Right now, you can pre-order "Dolly: A Life of Many Colors" for 10% off, bringing the price to $35.95 at the USA TODAY Co. Store.
What's inside 'Dolly: A Life of Many Colors' book?

- Dolly Parton's humble beginnings growing up in a one-room cabin in the Tennessee Smokies.
- Her journey from Appalachian roots to the Grand Ole Opry stage.
- Stories and photographs from her groundbreaking music career and biggest hits.
- A look at beloved films including "9 to 5" and "Steel Magnolias."
- The story behind Dollywood and its lasting impact on East Tennessee.
- Highlights from Parton's philanthropy, including her Imagination Library.
- Compelling photographs paired with stories from throughout her remarkable life and legacy.
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