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John Ryan

Author & Illustrator

About John Ryan

John Ryan was born in Edinburgh and spent his early childhood in the UK and Morocco before moving back to England, where he worked for seven years as Assistant Art Master of Harrow School. Captain Pugwash first set sail over 50 years ago as a strip cartoon. Since then he has featured in books, films and theatres all over the world. Before his death in 2009 aged 88, John lived in Rye, Sussex, the home of smugglers in years gone by, with his wife Priscilla, who is also an artist. He has three children and a regular crew of grandchildren.

Recent updates about John Ryan

International Children's Book Day

Today is the day to read this brilliant book (not that you needed an excuse!), Pugwash Aloft by John Ryan from Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

1 month ago

International Children's Book Day

Captain Pugwash and the Birthday Party... A book that will get anyone reading! By John Ryan from Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

1 month ago

International Children's Book Day

A classic story to celebrate International Children's Book Day, The Captain Pugwash Comic Book Collection by John Ryan from Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

1 month ago

International Children's Book Day

A classic story to celebrate International Children's Book Day, Captain Pugwash by John Ryan from Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

1 month ago

National Cake Day (US)

Captain Pugwash and the Birthday Party by John Ryan from Frances Lincoln Children's Books is brilliant!

5 months ago

National Tell A Story Day

Books can be so much fun, why not share this one Captain Pugwash and the Birthday Party by John Ryan from Frances Lincoln Children's Books

6 months ago

International Talk Like a Pirate Day

Captain Pugwash and the Birthday Party by John Ryan from Frances Lincoln Children's Books is brilliant!

7 months ago

International Talk Like a Pirate Day

Eye patch, skull and crossbones, treasure maps... Pugwash and the Ghost Ship. By John Ryan, published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books.

7 months ago

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