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“We give scholarships to high school kids and a new library of books to every preschool child in the county where I was born. I didn't have books at home so I did all my reading at school. I love books and I believe that helping kids to read gives them a great start in life.”

Quote by Dolly Parton

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Dolly Parton is an American country singer-songwriter, actress, and businesswoman. Born on January 19, 1946, in Tennessee, she is renowned for her distinctive voice and creative talent. She has written and performed numerous classic country music hits, including 'Jolene' and 'I Will Always Love You'. Dolly Parton has achieved great success not only in music but also in film and television, winning multiple awards. more

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