Elliott Parks

"Happy Valentine's Day" ©
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"Elliott's Holiday Recipe for Love Around the World" ©
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"Elliott Parks & The Man With The Cart, A Thanksgiving Story" ©
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Wonderful New Series of Children's Books

"The Adventures Of Elliott Parks" is a wonderful new series of children's books created by Boston author Maria Lisa Hartgrove. The main character, "Elliott Parks" is an eight year old boy from a multi-racial family. "Elliott Parks" teaches us Love, Tolerance, Patience and Understanding as he takes us through his daily adventures of life. The first book in the series, "Elliott Wants A Puppy", teaches children about the responsibilities of pet owning. In the second book, "Elliott Welcomes His New Cousin KIM LEE", "Elliott" learns about adoption and how families come together in many different ways. Both books are available now. The third installment, "A Winter Coat For Kyle", teaches children about sharing and giving to those who are less fortunate and will be released soon.

This is a terrific series of learning books for beginning readers (grades K through 4). "Elliott Parks" teaches children using child friendly language and humor. The books are loaded with colorful, fun illustrations which encourage children to draw and express themselves artistically. The author, Maria Lisa Hartgrove, has been featured on Disney Radio Boston, WBZ's Jordan Rich Show (Boston), Disney Radio Florida, and has made a number of appearances throughout Greater Boston and New England, where she has read to children and delighted her audiences.

Maria is very passionate about this series and the lessons that she brings to children through "Elliott Parks". The series has been developing a following in the North Shore area of Boston, Ma., however, Maria is actively attempting to reach so many more. She is more than willing to do more interviews, readings, guest appearances etc. in order to bring "The Adventures Of Elliott Parks" to the world. Please feel free to explore "Elliott's" web site and help spread the word about this wonderful new series. The books are available through this web site as well as online at www.Amazon.com www.BarnesandNoble.com www.Target.com to name a few.

Thank you for your support.
Maria Lisa Hartgrove

Hello everyone! It's me..."Elliott"! I'm here with some of my friends. We want to say, hurray...spring is here...and that means summer is just around the corner. Boy...we have so much to tell you. First I want to say thank you for reading "The Adventures Of Elliott Parks®" series of books. That makes all of us so happy!

Now for the news! Our new book titles will be released very soon. We will be taping the third "Elliott" show within the next few weeks. Please check the calendar. Next, I want to tell you that my creator, Maria Lisa Hartgrove may be hosting her own radio show "Kids Books R' Cool". The show will be airing on Sunday afternoons on WNSH Radio AM 1570.

The times and dates etc will be posted on the calendar. We also have a new line of T-shirts out. They will be added to our product line very soon, along with lots of other "Elliott Gear®". I'm happy to say that we have a new children's cook book being developed and it will be jam packed with my favorite foods and some of my friends' favorites too. We're all really excited about that!

And now I'd like to introduce you to one of our newest characters in "The Adventures Of Elliott Parks®" series, "Midas"...he's
"Kate-Lynn's" new kitten! Oh What fun he can be. I guess you'll just have to stick around to see.

Well I'm going back to play with my friends now. So please keep reading!!! Don't forget to keep an eye on our calendar of events so that you'll know just where to find us. We hope to see you soon!

YOUR FRIEND
ELLIOTT PARKS
© written by Maria Lisa Hartgrove

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.