Rosemary Wells

Rosemary Wells (born January 29, 1943) is an American writer and illustrator of children's books.

In 1968, Wells published her first book, an illustrated version of Gilbert and Sullivan’s A Song to Sing, O!.

It is about a young Japanese kitten who, in the beginning, is ostracized when she brings in sushi for her school lunch.

At the story's conclusion, she gains acceptance by hosting a school luncheon where everyone brings in food native to their family from around the world.

Many of the animal characters, such as those in Max & Ruby, interact with one another much as humans would, while others such as McDuff – a West Highland Terrier – take on a more realistic role as the adopted pet of a young couple.