Jack Rogers is the first newborn signed up to Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Program.

Jack Rogers, born on January 7, is the first newborn to be part of the program, in which he will receive a book every month until he turns five.

Mum Bianca Rogers said she was excited to receive the books in the coming years.

“I thought it was a good initiative. I have 1000 books at home already, but I don’t think you can have too many books,” Mrs Rogers said.

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The first book Jack has received from the program is a soft-touch book with patterns and textures.

Library children’s services officer Kelly Makepeace said the books were chosen by academics and early childhood teachers.

“They’re all very high-quality, age-appropriate and mainly Australian authors,” Ms Makepeace said.

“We do have a lot of Indigenous and multicultural books, as well.”

The official launch of the DPIL will be held at The Capitol Theatre on January 20; all proceeds will go to the program.

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