"“Will the Real Carolyn Keene Please Stand Up” is a fresh take on one of America’s most popular characters—Nancy Drew. Keleny offers readers a behind-the-scenes look at the dedicated and determined creators of the series. She also reveals the competing—and often conflicting—visions each author had for Nancy. This novel is entertaining, smart, and exceptionally well researched. It is certain to interest anyone who is curious about the surprising mystery behind the Nancy Drew mysteries." Jenna Nelson, PhD

"...The research undertaken by Christine Keleny to make the characters, the language, the changing mores, and the factual content of this amazing story come to life must have been daunting. Every scene reflects the character of the person speaking and the changing attitudes, styles, and beliefs of the times, regions, or social strata in which they took place...." 5 stars) Joyce Brown

"...For those of us who missed this sensational story, author Christine Keleny does an amazing job here with a very well put-together and absorbing tale. Looking for interesting characters, family drama and knowledge about how some of your favorite childhood books were written? Whether you're a Nancy Drew fan or not, this is a fascinating read. 4.5 of 5 stars." AuntK3

"I so thoroughly enjoyed the format- information being given in the first person of Harriet Stratameyer Adams and Mildred Benson- that I found it hard to stop reading at any point. I recommend this book to any Nancy Drew fan who wants to find out about Carolyn Keene." (5 stars) L Rogers