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Wirt, Mildred A. (Mildred Augustine), 1905- Ohioana Authors: Mildred Wirt Benson 
 Biography of Mildred Wirt Benson, journalist and writer of juvenile series books, including 23 of the first Nancy Drew mysteries (under the pseudonym Carolyn Keene). Includes a list of her works, awards and honors, audio of a radio feature on Benson, and related material. From WOSU radio in partnership with the Ohioana Library. http://www.ohioana-authors.org/benson/ Topics: Notable People: Women Last updated Mar 14, 2006 A Pilot and an Adventurer: Mildred Wirt Benson
This 2002 obituary provides biographical details about Mildred ("Millie") Wirt Benson, "newspaper reporter for more than eight decades and author of the first 23 Nancy Drew mysteries that inspired generations of readers." Includes a list of the Nancy Drew books written by Benson under the pseudonym of Carolyn Keene and a photo of Benson as an aviator. Note: Benson's columns for the newspaper are no longer available on this site. From the Toledo Blade, Ohio. http://www.toledoblade.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2002105290069 Topics: Notable People, Notable People: Women Last updated Mar 15, 2006 |
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