Johnny Gruelle's "Raggedy Ann Stories" introduced the world to one of the most beloved of all children's characters, Raggedy Ann. Gruelle, born in Illinois in 1880, and was a children's author, political cartoonist, and illustrator. He had an artistic upbringing and was taught to draw by his father, the famed Hoosier painter Richard Gruelle. As an adult, Gruelle was inspired to create his most famous character, Raggedy Ann, by his daughter Marcella...

Raggedy Ann tales, written and drawn by Johnny Gruelle, have been entertaining children since 1918. Pook Press are working to republish these classic works in high quality, colour editions, using the original text and artwork so these works can delight another generation of children.

When my mother made Raggedy Ann for me, Bessie's mother made a rag doll for her, for we two always played together. Bessie's doll was given the name of Raggedy Andy, and one of the two dolls was named after the other, so that their names would sound alike. They had faces just alike, I do not remember just how Raggedy Andy was dressed, but I know he often wore dresses over his boy clothes when Bessie and I decided that he and Raggedy Ann should be...

When Marcella decides to visit her grandma, Raggedy Ann and Andy get to go along. That means they'll be flying in an airplane for the very first time! And they'll also get to explore the baggage hold area. Everybody's favorite rag dolls are sure to have the adventure of their lives. Readers of all ages will be thrilled to buckle their seat belts and take to the friendly skies with this charming story that features two of the most beloved and enduring...

Marcella is meeting new friends. The dolls come along and make some new friends too! Join Raggedy Ann and Andy as they learn about friends of all kinds.