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Journalist and author of These Fevered Days, Curveball, The Mercury 13, and the forthcoming Ain’t Nobody’s Fool: The Life and Times of Dolly Parton. Essays and commentary in The Atlantic, NYT, and Paris Review.
Delighted to share an early excerpt from my audio book, AIN’T NOBODY’S FOOL, narrated by Hannah Church and available 12/30.
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October 30, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Delighted to share an early excerpt from my audio book, AIN’T NOBODY’S FOOL, narrated by Hannah Church and available 12/30.
on.soundcloud.com/HLJDGaKK76XN...
on.soundcloud.com/HLJDGaKK76XN...
Wanna know what I’m excited about? Sharing never-before-seen Dolly Parton photos in my new biography, AIN’T NOBODY’S FOOL. Here’s a sneak peek.
October 20, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Wanna know what I’m excited about? Sharing never-before-seen Dolly Parton photos in my new biography, AIN’T NOBODY’S FOOL. Here’s a sneak peek.
I chose the title of my new Dolly Parton biography from her first hit, Dumb Blonde. Remember the chorus? “This dumb blonde ain’t nobody’s fool.” Those three words said what I wanted to convey about Dolly’s strength, tenacity, and intelligence. “Ain’t Nobody’s Fool” in stores 12/30/25. Pre-order now!
September 17, 2025 at 9:06 PM
I chose the title of my new Dolly Parton biography from her first hit, Dumb Blonde. Remember the chorus? “This dumb blonde ain’t nobody’s fool.” Those three words said what I wanted to convey about Dolly’s strength, tenacity, and intelligence. “Ain’t Nobody’s Fool” in stores 12/30/25. Pre-order now!
Preorder AIN’T NOBODY’S FOOL (hardcover or ebook) @bn.com from 9/3 - 9/5 and get 25% off with code PREORDERS25. Note, this discount is available only to B&N members but free memberships are available - learn more @barnesandnoble.com/membership/
September 3, 2025 at 12:14 PM
Preorder AIN’T NOBODY’S FOOL (hardcover or ebook) @bn.com from 9/3 - 9/5 and get 25% off with code PREORDERS25. Note, this discount is available only to B&N members but free memberships are available - learn more @barnesandnoble.com/membership/
I have a new book coming out at the end of the year. AIN’T NOBODY’S FOOL: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF DOLLY PARTON is a deep dive into an American Original.
September 2, 2025 at 10:36 PM
I have a new book coming out at the end of the year. AIN’T NOBODY’S FOOL: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF DOLLY PARTON is a deep dive into an American Original.
One oversight in the article: Toni Stone was the first woman to play professional baseball in the Negro League. When Aaron moved from the Indianapolis Clowns to the majors, Stone replaced him. Toni now is recognized by the SF Giants with a street named for her outside the ballpark and a statue.
March 20, 2025 at 6:32 PM
One oversight in the article: Toni Stone was the first woman to play professional baseball in the Negro League. When Aaron moved from the Indianapolis Clowns to the majors, Stone replaced him. Toni now is recognized by the SF Giants with a street named for her outside the ballpark and a statue.