Empowering Young Readers

Nurturing Literacy in Madison County

A 501(c)3 designed exclusily to benefit children in Madison County.

Free Books for Every Child

Encouraging Shared Reading Moments

Building Lifelong skills

What is Better With Books?

Better with Books is the local affiliate for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library (DPIL) of Madison County. With the support of local individuals and community sponsors, Better with Books partners with The Dollywood Foundation to mail free monthly books to children ages 0 to 5 in Madison County.

Why should I support Better With Books?

Better with Books is designed to get books in the homes of every child in Madison County and promote shared book-reading early in every child’s life. Research shows reading to children beginning in early infancy can have lasting effects on their language and literacy, boosting vocabulary and foundational reading skills years later when they enter kindergarten.


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“You can never get enough books into the hands of enough children.”

-Dolly Parton

Join Us in Spreading the Joy of Reading!

Help us provide books to every child in Madison County and foster a love for reading from an early age. Your

What is Better with Books?

Better with Books is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing books to children in Madison County, promoting early reading and literacy.

How can I get involved?

You can get involved by volunteering, donating books, or contributing financially to support our mission of enhancing child literacy.

What age group do you serve?

We serve children from birth to age five, ensuring they receive age-appropriate books to foster a love for reading early on.

Are the books free for families?

Yes, all books provided through our program are free for families in Madison County, promoting equal access to literacy resources.

How often do children receive books?

Children enrolled in our program receive a new book each month until they turn five, encouraging consistent reading habits.

What is the enrollment process?

Enrollment is simple; families can sign up online or at local community events to start receiving free books for their children.