Mrs. Wishy-Washy is a popular children's book character created by New Zealand author Joy Cowley, and illustrated by Elizabeth Ann Fuller. Since its debut in 1980, the series has sold more than 40 million copies worldwide. The Mrs. Wishy-Washy character has been featured in 20 short stories for early readers over the past 30 years. She is frequently accompanied by her barnyard friends Cow, Duck and Pig. Occasionally featured is her husband, Mr.