Ruth Stiles Gannett
13 books
About the Author
Ruth Stiles Gannett, born in 1923 in New York City, was an acclaimed American author and illustrator whose whimsical tales captured the imaginations of young readers worldwide. Growing up in a creative family—her mother was the renowned illustrator Ruth Chrisman Gannett—she developed a passion for storytelling and art from an early age. Gannett's breakthrough came with her debut children's book, My Father's Dragon, a delightful adventure about a boy and his dragon friend, which earned her the Newbery Medal in 1949. She continued the series with Elmer and the Dragon and Knights of the Dragon, later compiled in Three Tales of My Father's Dragon. Throughout her career, Gannett illustrated over a dozen books, blending enchanting narratives with her own vibrant drawings, and her works remain cherished classics in children's literature for their humor, bravery, and sense of wonder.
Common genres
Writing style
whimsical
adventurous
charming
Books by Ruth Stiles Gannett
