If you said Janette Sebring Lowrey, you are good.

But most folks probably draw a blank, even though The Poky Little Puppy is one of the most famous children’s books ever written.  Ms. Lowrey deserves better, and the Beaumont Enterprise has done its part to remember their hometown girl with this article that recounts her life and works.  Turns out Janette was quite prolific, although her books beyond Poky are little known.

Take a minute to read the article and pay respects to the lady who gave the world a book that, for many young readers, is a true first love.

http://www.beaumontenterprise.com/news/local/orange_native_wrote__poky_little_puppy___the_best-selling_kids__book_of_all_time_12-21-2008.html