The man behind The King may soon grace book covers.

An authorized biography of Colonel Tom Parker, the former carnival barker who helped guide Elvis Presley to stardom, is in the works by his widow, Loanne Parker."We plan to detail the true story behind the incredible relationship between the colonel and Elvis," she said Monday in Las Vegas.

Parker said the book would be the only authorized biography approved by the estate and will include access to her husband's massive collection of photos, memorabilia and records.

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