Children's TV Series From Livingston Resident Premieres

LIVINGSTON, NJ — Livingston resident and Maplewood native Barry Farber, an author and entrepreneur, has debuted the cartoon adaptation of his recent children's book. The book and show, "The Adventures of Little Billy," feature animal characters who exemplify traits that lead to success.

The show currently airs Saturday mornings at 9 a.m. on the HTTV network (Comcast 36 and Verizon 33) — but those who don't receive the channel can also watch it here.

Farber, who grew up in Maplewood and graduated from Livingston High School in 1977, has published 14 books. "Little Billy" is his first for children. His most well-known book, "Diamond in the Rough," was about the traits that make someone successful in business.

The new children's book, released in January, piggybacks on those themes by teaching kids the traits of success.

Farber has said he foresees five books in his series.

The cartoon show has some New Jersey actors doing the voices, including his middle son Jordan, 27, who lives in Hoboken.

Read more about Farber and his art and other projects: Tree Carvings And TV

Farber's website is here.

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