Why Dolly Parton’s Book Program Matters to Black Children

A free book in the hands of a child can be much more than a bedtime story—it can be a doorway to imagination, confidence and possibility. Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library has become a powerful literacy initiative, and its impact carries particular meaning for Black children who can benefit from greater access to books featuring diverse voices and experiences. ESSENCE explores why the program matters and how something as simple as putting a book in a child’s hands can help shape a lifelong relationship with reading. Read more here!