Arthur and the Forgetful Elephant

Maria Girón spent her childhood immersed in art. Since studying fine arts and illustration in Seville and Barcelona, she has illustrated ten children's books. In 2010, the Bologna Children’s Book Fair selected her work for a collective exhibition. She lives in Barcelona, Spain.

"A tale of memory and kindness infused with warmth and a splash of color...Powerful, playful, emotional, and so worth a place on the bookshelf."—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

"A young boy befriends an elderly elephant in this tender tale that works to make the experience of memory loss accessible to children…Starting with a muted palette of reds, grays, and greens, the story gains more color as the two new friends build a connection despite their differences, demonstrating that love and friendship are not things easily forgotten." —Foreword Reviews