Stratemeyer Syndicate
The Stratemeyer Syndicate is a book packaging company founded in 1906 by Edward Stratemeyer. It is best known for creating popular children's book series, including Nancy Drew, The Hardy Boys, and Tom Swift. The Syndicate developed a unique model where it hired ghostwriters to produce stories based on outlines provided by Stratemeyer.
Over the years, the Stratemeyer Syndicate has published hundreds of titles, making it a significant player in children's literature. The company has influenced generations of young readers and continues to be recognized for its contributions to the literary world, with many of its series still in print today.