Parton Dolly

<p>'I hope that as you gaze upon my life in clothing, it will inspire you to develop, and celebrate, your own sense of style. I value my freedom to look like and be my own true self more than anything else, and I hope this book will also give you the confidence to look like and be the person you want to be. Whoever you are, be that! And enjoy your journey behind the seams' - <b>Dolly<br/><br/>A beautifully illustrated celebration of Dolly Parton's iconic sense of style through entertaining personal stories and 450 full-color photographs, including exclusive images from her private costume archive</b>.<br/><br/>In <i>Behind the Seams: My Life in Rhinestones,</i> global superstar Dolly Parton shares, for the first time, the full story behind her lifelong passion for fashion, including how she developed her own, distinctly Dolly style, which has defied convention and endeared her to fans around the world.<br/><br/>Featuring behind-the-scenes stories from Dolly Parton's life and career, and the largest reveal of her private costume archive, this gorgeously photographed book spotlights her most unforgettable looks from the 1960s to now. The sky-high heels, famous wigs, bold makeup, eye-catching stage clothes - she shares them all. Along the way, Parton discusses memorable outfits from her past, from the clothes her mother would sew out of feed sacks (including her "Coat of Many Colors") and the bold dresses and hairdos that shook up Nashville, to the bunny suit on the cover of <i>Playboy, </i>evening wear at Studio 54, costumes from her most famous film and TV roles, and the daring styles that continue to entertain and inspire today.<br/><br/>Filled with candor, humor, and lots and lots of rhinestones, <i>Behind the Seams: My Life in Rhinestones</i> is a shining tribute to one of the most beloved musicians in history, a treasured keepsake for anyone who loves Dolly Parton, and an indispensable guide to forging your own path to beauty and confidence.</p>

<p> As told by Dolly Parton in her own inimitable words, explore the songs that have defined her journey. Illustrated throughout with previously unpublished images from Dolly Parton's personal and business archives.</p><p>Mining over 60 years of songwriting, Dolly Parton highlights 150 of her songs and brings readers behind the lyrics.</p><p>- Packed with never-before-seen photographs and classic memorabilia </p><p>- Explores personal stories, candid insights, and myriad memories behind the songs Dolly Parton, Songteller: My Life in Lyrics reveals the stories and memories that have made Dolly a beloved icon across generations, genders, and social and international boundaries. Containing rare photos and memorabilia from Parton's archives, this book is a show-stopping must-have for every Dolly Parton fan. </p><p>- Learn the history behind classic Parton songs like "Jolene," "9 to 5," "I Will Always Love You," and more.</p><p>- The perfect gift for Dolly Parton fans (everyone loves Dolly!) as well as lovers of music history and country </p><p>Add it to the shelf with books like Coat of Many Colors by Dolly Parton, The Beatles Anthology by The Beatles, and Born to Run by Bruce Springsteen. </p>

<p>In Behind the Seams: My Life in Rhinestones, global superstar Dolly Parton shares, for the first time, the full story behind her lifelong passion for fashion, including how she developed her own, distinctly Dolly style, which has defied convention and endeared her to fans around the world.</p><p>Featuring behind-the-scenes stories from Dolly Partons life and career, and the largest reveal of her private costume archive, this gorgeously photographed book spotlights her most unforgettable looks from the 1960s to now. The sky-high heels, famous wigs, bold makeup, eye-catching stage clothesshe shares them all. Along the way, Parton discusses memorable outfits from her past, from the clothes her mother would sew out of feed sacks (including her Coat of Many Colors) and the bold dresses and hairdos that shook up Nashville, to the bunny suit on the cover of Playboy, evening wear at Studio 54, costumes from her most famous film and TV roles, and the daring styles that continue to entertain and inspire today.</p><p>Filled with candor, humor, and lots and lots of rhinestones, Behind the Seams: My Life in Rhinestones is a shining tribute to one of the most beloved musicians in history, a treasured keepsake for anyone who loves Dolly Parton, and an indispensable guide to forging your own path to beauty and confidence.</p><p></p><p>Dolly Parton is the most honored and revered female singer-songwriter of all time. She has garnered eleven Grammy Awards and 51 nominations, including the Lifetime Achievement Award. In 1999, Parton was inducted as a member of the coveted Country Music Hall of Fame. In 2020, she released the bestselling coffee table book Songteller: My Life in Lyrics. To date, Parton has donated over 200 million books to children around the world with her Imagination Library. With James Patterson, she co-authored the #1 New York Times bestseller Run Rose Run. In 2022, she was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Holly George-Warren is the awardwinning author of seventeen books. Her writing has appeared in the New York Times, Rolling Stone, Oprah Daily, and many other publications. Rebecca Seaver is the director of archive services for Dolly Parton. They have curated numerous museum exhibits for the music legend, most notably at Dollywood, the Grand Ole Opry, the Grammy Museum, and the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame.</p>

<p><b>You're invited to pull up a chair to a year of meals, friends, and fun with the Partons, </b><b>as Dolly and her sister (and favorite cook) Rachel share beloved, crowd-pleasing </b><b>recipes and family stories.</b><br/><br/><i>"Hey, good lookin'-what ya got cookin'?"</i><br/><br/>This is what Dolly Parton sings to her sister Rachel Parton George whenever she walks into her kitchen. It's what you do when a love for good music and good food runs in the family.<br/><br/>In <i>Good Lookin' Cookin'</i> Dolly and Rachel share tips for hosting events all year long, including twelve multi-course menus of cherished recipes for New Year's Day, Easter, Mother's Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and more. You'll learn how much butter or whipped cream goes into a "Dolly Dollop," what condiment is almost always on the table at Parton family meals, and what special dish Rachel makes at Dolly's request every year for her birthday. Recipes include American classics such as <b>Country Ham and Biscuits, Barbecue Spare Ribs, Family Favorite Meatloaf, Slaw of Many Colors,</b> <b>Watermelon Fruit Salad, Mac and Cheese</b>, and <b>Strawberry Shortcake.</b><br/><br/>Filled with more than 80 delicious dishes as well as photographs of Dolly and Rachel cooking and hosting all year long, <i>Good Lookin' Cookin'</i> is a treasured cookbook that will make you feel like part of the Parton family. With their trademark warmth and sisterly love, Dolly and Rachel remind you that cooking doesn't need to be serious-it should be fun! And always good lookin'!</p>