Strawberry Shortcake (Random House Book)

This image features a barcode (ISBN 9788478643288) for a vintage Strawberry Shortcake children's book. Strawberry Shortcake was originally created in the late 1970s by Barbi Sargent, while working as a freelance artist for American Greetings. The character quickly evolved into a massive media franchise including greeting cards, dolls, and literature.

The brand was originally developed and managed by American Greetings. Over the decades, ownership has transitioned through several major corporations. In 2017, the brand was acquired by WildBrain (formerly DHX Media) as part of a significant acquisition of intellectual properties. Today, WildBrain remains the ultimate owner, managing the production of new content and consumer products globally. While localized editions of these books were printed in various countries, including Spain and the United States, the brand's creative origin is rooted in American greeting card culture.