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The Adventures of Elliott Parks: Book 1, Elliott Wants A Puppy

by Maria Lisa Hartgrove; Illustrated by T.M. Hartgrove

24 pages; Saddle stitched; illustrated; catalogue #06-0225; ISBN 1-4120-8470-9; US$12.50, C$14.37, EUR10.27, £7.19

Elliott is a happy eight-year-old boy from a bi-racial family, which opens the door for many challenging experiences and opportunities to learn about himself and the world.

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Elliott is a happy eight-year-old boy from a bi-racial family, which opens the door for many challenging experiences and opportunities to learn about himself and the world. The authors wanted to make the first book in the series a light and fun learning experience, in order to introduce Elliott to the world.

The creators of the Elliott series teach their children that families come in all different shapes, sizes and colors and that families consist of many different dynamics that come down to one simple thing: love. Whether it be through adoption or biological, there is no difference. There is just love and family is family, no matter how it comes together or whom it includes.

In future installments Elliott will embark on many different adventures. Some will make you smile and some will make you cry, but all will make you realize that we all have a lot to learn and we can start learning right here from a cute little eight year old boy named Elliott. This is one adventure you won't want to miss. So come with us now as we share with you The Adventures of Elliott Parks.

We will also be introducing new characters such as Elliott's cousin Kim Lee and Vance and his best friend Dave and others. So keep an eye out for future books. You won't want to be left behind! We hope you'll come along with us as we share with you Elliott's life experiences. We will know you'll enjoy the journey.

Book 2, Welcome Kim Lee! is now available from Trafford.

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About the Author

Maria Lisa Hartgrove is a native of Boston, Massachusetts. She is the mother of three who enjoys writing. She created the character of Elliott from life experiences of her own children. Maria teaches us tolerance, love and understanding using humor and real-life experiences. Maria's goal is to one day make a "Camp Elliott," where every child can have an adventure of their own. Maria still resides in the New England area where she continues to raise her her three children with her husband and two dogs, Molly and Buttons.

Maria Lisa Hartgrove will be hosting the new radio show "Kids Books are Cool" beginning April 6th. If you have published your own kids book and would like the opportunity to have your book featured on the show, please visit the author's website for more information: www.elliottparks.com for further information.

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