J. J. (John Joy) Bell

J. J. (John Joy) Bell
John Joy Bell (1871–1934) was a Scottish journalist and author best known for his humorous novels and short stories. He gained widespread popularity with his series about "Wee Macgreegor," a young Scottish boy, in books like "Wee Macgreegor" (1902) and its sequels. Bell's works often depicted Scottish life, blending humor with a keen observation of human nature. In addition to his literary success, he worked as an editor for the Glasgow Evening Times, contributing to the Scottish literary scene throughout his career.

Author's Books:


THE PROLOGUE On a certain brilliant Spring morning in London's City the seed of the Story was lightly sown. Within the directors' room of the Aasvogel Syndicate, Manchester House, New Broad Street, was done and hidden away a deed, simple and commonplace, which in due season was fated to yield a weighty crop of consequences complex and extraordinary. At the table, pen in hand, sat a young man,... more...

ARMS AND THE MAID Through the gateway flanked by tall recruiting posters came rather hurriedly a youth of no great stature, but of sturdy build and comely enough countenance, including bright brown eyes and fresh complexion. Though the dull morning was coldish, perspiration might have been detected on his forehead. Crossing the street, without glance to right or left, he increased his pace; also, he... more...