The true identity of pseudonymous author Alice B. Emerson is still unknown. In the early to mid-20th century, a number of children's book series, notably the Betty Gordon series, were published under the pen name Alice B. Emerson. The series' strong and resourceful female heroines were well-known for their thrilling and mysterious stories. Since Alice B. Emerson was a pen name used by several authors employed by the Stratemeyer Syndicate, a publishing company that created a number of well-known children's book series, such as the Nancy Drew and Hardy Boys series, not much is known about her personal life. Despite hiring several writers, the syndicate was able to maintain a unified identity thanks to the usage of pen names. At the time, girls' adventure literature was a popular genre, and Alice B. Emerson's Betty Gordon series was one of its influences. Even if the real author behind the pseudonym is still unknown, Alice B. Emerson's writings are nevertheless valued for their timeless appeal and impact on children's literature from the early 20th century.
