Peter Newell (1862–1924) was an American illustrator and children's author. Public information about him is limited, and details of his life are not abundant, but it is clear that he was known for his humorous illustrations. His representative work, The Slant Book, shows his characteristic blend of pictures and visual ingenuity. According to the available information, his works are often classified under inspirational growth, a category that may not fully capture his artistic profile but suggests that his books were meant to guide children's observation and thinking as well as to entertain them. Newell was active in American children's publishing in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, and his illustrations are light and witty, using visual play to engage young readers. Although only one of his works is included in the collection, he is still regarded as one of the illustrators who contributed to children's early reading through a humorous touch.
