Hope Laura LeeLaura Lee Hope is a pseudonym used by the Stratemeyer Syndicate. The Stratemeyer Syndicate was a publishing company founded by Edward Stratemeyer in 1905. The company was known for producing children's book series, many of which are still popular tody, including the Nancy Drew and Hardy Boys series. Stratemeyer believed that children's books should be both entertaining and educational, and he created book series that would appeal to young readers. To do this, he developed a formulaic approach to writing, in which a team of writers would produce books based on a detailed outline and character descriptions provided by Stratemeyer. The writers who worked for the Stratemeyer Syndicate were often anonymous, using pen names like Carolyn Keene and Franklin W. Dixon to create the illusion that the books were written by a single author. The syndicate also employed a team of editors and artists to ensure that the books met the company's high standards of quality and consistency. The success of the Stratemeyer Syndicate paved the way for the modern publishing industry, and its books have become beloved classics that have inspired generations of young readers. While the syndicate no longer exists, its legacy continues through the many popular book series that it created. Read More Read Less