Dream More: Celebrate the Dreamer in You

This is a book for everybody and anybody in whatever walk of life they are in, whatever their age and whatever they do or don't believe in. If you haven't got either the book Dream More, or the audio Book Dream More, then you should get them. I say that in total honesty. If you can't get both, and you have to choose, I would say get the Audio Book first. The content is drawn from an acclaimed commencment speech Dolly Parton gave at the University of Tennessee. She elaborates on that here and on the themes 'Dream more, Learn more, Care more, and Be more. But it is much more than that. It is not an autobiography, it is really her philosophy of life told and explained in a very clear, simple and inspiring way. Dolly Parton has a knack of saying something that is very deep in a way that is accessible to all. This is because it comes from her real, hard earned experience and it is very honest. The message is worth thousands of philosophy and psychology books combined. She brings it together in a way that seems so easy, but makes you think deeply and it stays with you. The added value here is that she is a gifted reader and story teller and her voice is perfect to take one through the chapters. What makes it even more special is the fact that she interjects the passages with acapella singing of some lines or verses of a number of her songs. In addition, we get Coat of Many Colours, just accompanied by her guitar, and the insipriational song Celebrate the Dreamer with music and backing singers. The aceppela verses include: The Sacrifice, The Seeker,Try,I want to be somebody, proud of who I am, In the good old days when times were bad, Better get to Living, Light of a Clear Blue Morning, Confidence, everybody shout it, I will Always Love You. So it's not just a good listen to an audio book, it is highly entertaining. By the way, every penny from her audio book as with her book goes into the Imagination Library,her foundation to help children's literacy.

A nice book to add to a collection of management/ life lesson books. She lays out some basic ideas that she's had running through her life and business. It's written in a style we have come to know as Dolly's- a little bit country, a little bit funny and a lot of smarts. I enjoyed the book, which was a quick read, but also enjoyed the quips at the end, a collection of funny things she's been known to say. This is not a gossip filled book nor is it particularly long winded or a biography. It touches on 4 basic areas and dedicates a chapter to each. It's rather straightforward, but the hope is that you will be inspired to be more, do more, dream more, learn more.

I purchased this book at Dollywood and somehow lost it. I had to get it again. Second time reading it and loving every page. Mrs. Parton is a real inspiration and the book is written in a way that we all can understand it. Without a doubt it's written from the heart and full of hope. Highly recommended to anyone looking to see live, love and career from a different perspective!

I loved this book. I could hear her voice reading it to me. She is definitely a REAL somebody. The book was short....an easy read. It told of the spiritual, compassionate side of a very public person....a lot that I didn't know. She has such a drive that even if she had not made a name for herself as an entertainer, I am sure we would all know of Dolly Parton anyway.

Anything she writes is something I want to read, and this book contains inspiration and valuable advice. But she has said that there was some pressure applied to her by others at her foundation. In an interview, she is quoted as saying that she was put on the spot by some members and was upset about that kind of tactic, but later convinced herself that she should go ahead anyway. If she had been allowed to decide for herself when, how and if she wanted write this book, it certainly would have been more fair to her and might have resulted in something even better.

Great book! I read in a few days. I loved it. It was a super easy read and full of great inspirations, quotes and so much more. This is a book I will read again! Dolly has allowed me to see her and life from a great perspective! Some people complained it was too short of a read but I found it was an easy read that kept me smiling. I def. recommend this book to readers of all ages. I'm a young reader in my 30's and I thought it was great! Enjoy!

I've been a fan of Dolly since I was a young child. My dad would watch the country/western tv shows on Sat nights and as our family had just one tv - you either watched with Dad on Sat night, or did something else to amuse yourself. I found this book of Dolly's to be full of good, down to earth, wisdom... it is inspiring and a book you can't put down once you start reading it. I'm sure I will read it again and again.

If you want to dream more, there’s nothing better than to start dreaming with the Dreamer in Chief, Dolly Parton. This is a beautiful, honest and powerful book that everybody should read. Dolly shares her inner strength and her bigger than life philosophy with tenderness and humor. I love you, Dolly!

I have seen Dolly live and she is a very humble person. The book explores her life, her beliefs and the many accomplishments through her life. She is truly an inspiration and this book is great at bringing that across, great read if you a fan of Dolly.

Le contenu du livre est à la hauteur du titre. Plein d'énergie et d'amour, de générosité. Un écrit sans fioritures et sans longueurs qui va à l'essentiel. Bravo Dolly Parton !

sehr witzig und spritzig. Dabei aber auch mit Tiefe. Ich mag Dolly Parton und ihre Musik. Dass sie auch gut erzählen kann, zeigt Dream more...

Everything Dolly touches turns to gold, and this book is no exception.

Can't give a full review here as this book was bought as a present (although I intend to borrow it to read at a later date!). I did, however, read a short sample before I purchased it and was well impressed with it. It was Dolly at her best - down-to-earth and telling it as it is. It promises to be a good read when I can get my hands on it!!