Most Popular Books by Johnny Gruelle

Raggedy Andy discovers a magic wishing pebble! The dolls wish for a magic soda-water fountain for their friends, but when a trickster steals the pebble, the fountain disappears. It's up to Raggedy Ann and Andy to get the magic pebble back -- and to teach the trickster a valuable lesson about kindness.

In this new version of a classic, retold for young children, Raggedy Ann and the other dolls in the nursery come to life with humor and spirit.

One day Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy are walking in the deep, deep woods when they meet up with a police officer who's crying. Someone has left a note on his door telling him to arrest Mr. Hooligooly -- but he doesn't know why! Raggedy Ann and Andy soon uncover the culprit: a magician who is scheming to get Mr. Hooligooly's magic cooking stick. it's up to the Raggedys to foil the magician's plans -- before his magic tricks turn everyone into pigs! This new Raggedy Ann adventure, adapted from Johnny Gruelle's classic tale, shines with the humor and spirit of everyone's favorite rag doll. Jan Palmer's bright, cheerful illustrations are a perfect match for this rollicking tale about pigs, pancakes, and the magic of friendship.

One bright sunny day, Raggedy Ann carries a big white box out of the playhouse with Raggedy Andy tagging close behind. Raggedy Andy is dying to know what is inside the box, but Raggedy Ann won't tell him. Soon enough, though, Raggedy Ann is called back to the playhouse, and Raggedy Andy sneaks a peek. The surprise inside carries him away on a high-in-the-sky adventure. And while Raggedy Andy is floating overhead, Raggedy Ann and all of their friends are busy planning another special surprise just for him!

In this charming new adventure based on the beloved characters created by Johnny Gruelle, young readers will delight in the humor and whimsy of everyone's favorite rag doll pair. The bright, cheery illustrations bring just the right amount of enthusiasm to this very merry birthday surprise.

One day when Marcella goes in search of her favorite doll, Raggedy Ann, she finds a tiny puppy dog asleep in the rag doll's lap. She names the little dog "Rags" and takes him home to live with her. Raggedy Ann and the other dolls of the nursery are thrilled to have Rags around, but it isn't until one night when Marcella leaves the dolls outside on the beach that Rags has his first Raggedy Ann adventure. Under the moonlit sky Raggedy Ann and a doll named Squeakie take a ride out on the water and float too far away. It's up to Rags to save the day, but puppies can only do so much. Luckily, Cleety the Clown sails his steamboat out and tugs Raggedy Ann and Squeakie back to shore -- but not without a little help from Rags.

In this wonderfully wet seaside adventure, adapted from Johnny Gruelle's classic tale, readers will once again delight in the humor and good nature of everyone's favorite rag doll and her nursery friends. Jan Palmer's energetic paintings capture the exuberance of this delightful nighttime story.

When Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy go for a walk in the woods, they have no idea that they're about to have a wonderful adventure! It all starts when the Raggedys decide to help a little girl named Marggy find her lost Daddy. With the help of Raggedy Ann's magical wishing pebble and Raggedy Andy's magical wishing stick, they set off with Marggy and her Mama to look for him. Along the way they make lots of new friends, including a playful Paper Dragon. But the naughty Mr. Doodle is never far behind -- first he wants Marggy to chop wood for him, and then he wants the Dragon all for himself! Will the Raggedys ever teach him to mend his ways?

Delight in the whimsical world of Raggedy Ann and Andy as they travel through the woods, spreading happiness and good cheer all along the way. The Paper Dragon: A Raggedy Ann Adventure is one of the most beloved Raggedy Ann storybooks. First published in 1926, it has now been restored to its original condition with spectacular full-color artwork. Readers will want to follow this tale to the end again and again.

It's a wonderful day in the deep, deep woods -- and full of surprises too! Join Raggedy Ann and Andy as they frolic with their woodland friends and use their magical wishing pebble to make everyone's dreams come true. The Raggedys grant one wish after another -- from a magical lollipop tree to ice-cream parties for one and all. They even help old Doctor Lewellen Stork make a very special delivery of four weeny, teeny baby chipmunks to the chipmunk family. But the excitement isn't over just yet. When Raggedy Ann and Andy stumble upon a fairy ring, they learn about the most precious wish of all.

Rejoice in the world of the kindhearted Raggedys as they wander through the enchanting land of the deep, deep woods. Full of magical creatures and magical wishes, this whimsical tale has delighted readers for many years. First published in 1930 and restored to its original condition with magnificent full-color artwork, Raggedy Ann in the Deep Deep Woods has been one of the all-time Raggedy Ann favorites. Fans will be certain this timeless treasure is a wish come true.

Come on a high-flying adventure with Johnny and Janey as they travel from their own backyard to the mysterious enchanted kingdom they discover on the other side of the moon.
When Johnny and Janey build their Flying Machine out of some old boards and wooden spools, the last thing they expect is for it to actually take off! But that's just what happens, and before they know it, they're soaring high above the clouds on their way to the Magical Land of Noom.
Filled with such wonders as mushrooms that taste of ginger cake and flowing springs of lemonade, Noom seems like a paradise to the children. But the lemonade springs belong to the wicked magician Old jingles, who has kidnapped the beautiful Princess of Nite .
Setting out to rescue the princess and return her to her throne, Johnny and Janey are aided by the many friends they find in Noom, including the kind and gentle Soft-Voiced Cow, the spirited Fun Boys, and the exuberant Mr. Tiptoe and his miraculous umbrella. But can this intrepid band defeat the wily Old Jingles and all his tricks?
Johnny Gruelle -- who introduced the world to Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy, everyone's favorite rag dolls -- is the creator of this stirring, heartwarming tale. Filled with gentle wisdom and delightful whimsy, it is a wonderful introduction to the boundless imagination and loving spirit of Johnny Gruelle.