The Doll People

A timeless and imaginative tale about friendship, curiosity, and adventure, this story comes from bestselling author Ann M. Martin (The Babysitters Club), co-written with Laura Godwin and illustrated by Brian Selznick (The Invention of Hugo Cabret).

Annabelle Doll may look eight years old, but she’s been that age for more than a century. A finely crafted china doll, she and her family have been passed down through four generations, living quietly in the same dollhouse year after year. Life has always been predictable—until the Funcrafts arrive.

The Funcrafts couldn’t be more different: they’re modern, plastic, and full of energy. Tiffany Funcraft, bold and adventurous, quickly shakes up Annabelle’s carefully ordered world. After a hundred years of routine, Annabelle is ready for something more—and when she takes on a long-unsolved family mystery, everything begins to change.

Blending classic charm with a fresh sense of adventure, this story invites young readers into a magical world of dolls, discovery, and imagination.