Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to Continue Book Deliveries
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library has confirmed it will continue to send free books to children, even in the absence of Dolly Parton. A spokesperson for the Dollywood Company stated this continuation applies to eligible children.

Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, August 25, 2026 —
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library has announced its commitment to continuing its free book program for children, irrespective of the presence of its founder, Dolly Parton. The initiative, which aims to foster early literacy by delivering age-appropriate books to registered children, will maintain its operations.
A spokesperson for the Dollywood Company confirmed that the program’s continuation is in place for all eligible children. The Imagination Library has been a significant effort in promoting reading among young children across numerous communities.
The program’s ongoing support ensures that the delivery of free books will proceed as planned. Eligibility for the program is determined based on specific criteria, which are managed within the communities that partner with the Imagination Library.
Further details regarding the operational structure and specific reach of the program in the absence of direct involvement from Dolly Parton were not immediately available. However, the confirmation from the Dollywood Company underscores the established framework of the Imagination Library, designed for sustained impact.
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