The original Carolyn Keene, Mildred Wirt Benson, was much like her adventurous character, Nancy Drew. Learn all about how Benson came to be Carolyn Keene and write the original Nancy Drew books and discover the history behind the mystery. Explore how Benson's real-life exploits were much like her heroine's. Decades after writing Nancy Drew, Benson became infamous for being Carolyn Keene, though not without courtroom drama and later nationwide publicity. She was officially recognized for her work and for inspiring so many generations of women and men to accomplish great things in their lives.
Presented by Jenn Fisher
Related Websites:
www.nancydrewsleuth.com/
nancydrewsleuths.blogspot.com/
www.toledolibrary.org/
Recorded 5/22/24