Janette Sebring Lowrey ​

Janette Sebring Lowrey was an American author best known for her children's classic "The Poky Little Puppy", which is one of the best-selling children's books of all time. Lowrey wrote more than 130 books, mainly children’s fiction, but also books for adults and inspirational volumes.

Quick Facts ​

• Known for her work on "The Poky Little Puppy".
• Wrote over 40 children's books during her career.
• The Poky Little Puppy remains one of the best-selling kids' books in history with over 15 million copies sold.
• Her work contributed significantly to the popularity of Simon & Schuster's "Little Golden Books" collection.

Background ​

Lowrey was born in 1892 in Orange, Texas. She spent much of her childhood on a ranch and began writing at an early age, drawing inspiration from nature and her rural surroundings. She moved to Houston in her 20s and began writing professionally for newspapers and magazines. In the late 1940s, she shifted her focus to children's literature, publishing her first book, The Little Red Train, in 1948. She is best known for her 1942 children's book The Poky Little Puppy, which remains one of the highest-selling children's books in history. Despite the book's success, Lowrey was not widely recognized during her lifetime and fell into obscurity after her death in 1986.

Writing Style and Impact ​

Lowrey's writing style is gentle and nurturing, characterized by her attention to detail and her ability to capture the everyday experiences of young children. Her storytelling shapes the world into an understandable and comforting place for children. Her most famous book, "The Poky Little Puppy" is considered a classic and has helped nurture the love for reading in millions of children worldwide.

Notable Works ​

• The Poky Little Puppy (1942)
• Tootle (1945)
• The Saggy Baggy Elephant (1947)
• Seven Little Postmen (1952)