John Newbery (1713-1767), British publisher of children's books
In 1922, the John Newbery Medal was created by the American Library Association in his honour; it is awarded each year to the "most distinguished contribution to American literature for children".
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In honour of his achievements in children's publishing, the Newbery Medal was named after him.
It was established by John Newbery, who was better known for his pioneering children's literature.
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Founder John Newbery, son of a farmer in Berkshire, took an apprenticeship with William Carnan in Reading, inheriting the business after his mentor's death.
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The History of Little Goody Two-Shoes is a children's story published by John Newbery in London in 1765.