The ultimate pick-me-up to save you from the nine-to-five heartbreak blues.

The Little Guide to Dolly Parton is your bible of devastating Dolly-isms. Yes, that’s right, the most iconic and acclaimed female country singer in the history of music is so inventive and brilliant with her clever wisecracks and sage advice that popular culture has crowned her with an -ism after her name. No one else is as worthy.

For more than five decades, Dolly has been laying down her own brand of whip-smart wit and wisdom to the world, with many quotes and quips becoming as famous as her lyrical genius, for which she has won too many song writing awards and honours to mention. Stacked to the rafters with more than 150 bite-size bon-mots, one-liners and ripostes – as well profound and sincere observations – The Little Guide to Dolly Parton is your new favourite life companion.

‘I never think of myself as a star because, as somebody once said, “A star is nothing but a big ball of gas” – and I don’t want to be that.’
Reflecting on stardom during an interview with Billboard, 2014.

‘I’m proud of my hillbilly, white trash background. To me that keeps you humble; that keeps you good. And it doesn’t matter how hard you try to outrun it – if that’s who you are, that’s who you are. It’ll show up once in a while.’
Discussing her background, during an interview with Southern Living, 2014.

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The Little Book of Prince is filled with quotations by one of the most innovative artists in history. A perfect companion for fans everywhere, this collection of bite-sized quips helps capture exactly what made him so special. Packed with words of wit and wisdom from Prince Rogers Nelson, you’ll find more than 170 amusing and inspiring sound bites inside.

‘Despite everything, no one can dictate who you are to other people.’
Prince.

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The Little Book of the Rolling Stones is a superb book of quotations by, and about, the greatest rock ‘n’ roll band in history. A perfect companion for Stones fans everywhere, this collection of bite-sized quips helps capture exactly what has made the band so legendary across more than 50 years in the spotlight. From insightful quotes by fellow artists, collaborators and friends, to words of wit and wisdom from Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Ronnie Wood and the rest of the band, you’ll find more than 170 amusing and inspiring soundbites inside.

‘You can’t always get what you want, but if you try sometimes, you might find, you get what you need.’
Mick Jagger, 1969.

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‘Just be yourself, there is no one better.’

From her girl squad to the Swifties to the world at large, Taylor’s the BFF of the pop music world. As the go-to shoulder to cry on and chronicler of heartbreak, she relates her personal life and experiences in a ‘dear diary’ style in her music, but the artist is even more popular than her hit songs. One of the most followed on social media, she is a defender of the underdog, open about her feminist and pro-choice views and frequently speaks up against sexism and LGBTQ discrimination.

This collection of Taylor’s relatable, inspiring and hugely optimistic quotes and lyrics reveals a caring, generous personality who is all about ‘the feels’ and following your dreams. Sparkling with positivity and feel-good vibes, Taylor is always there to give you the best advice and lift you up when you’re down – she’s your own personal cheerleader.

SAMPLE FACT:
Swift has so far won a whopping 11 Grammys, smashing several records for the most wins as artist and as female artist.

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