David Elliott

David Elliott is the creator of the bestselling series On the Farm, In the Wild, In the Sea, On the Wing and the final book in the series In the Past in 2016. His book And Here’s to You! illustrated by Randy Cecil was a New York Times bestseller and his chapter books like Jeremy Cabbage and The Transmogrification of Roscoe Wizzle are hilarious and full of heart.

David’s draws upon his teaching and theatrical background to create K-6 author visits that engage and connect with children by showing them how easily they can craft a poem cooperatively, build a character, or choose the right words to take their creative writing to the next level. Asked back year after year, he always has something new to share! Especially new books!

As a poet, David loves sharing his novels in verse Bull and his latest Voices: The Final Hours of Joan of Arc with high school students in assembly-style presentations and writing workshops. David loves to share his passion for words with students!

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Availability and Honorariums

Please contact Carmen Oliver for rate information and availability for keynotes, workshops, and library & school visits.