Grace May North

Born in Utica, New York, in 1876, Grace May North was an American journalist and author who wrote novels for children and adolescents. She later lived in California and died in San Luis Obispo in 1960.

She is especially known for writing fast-moving fiction for young readers, including mysteries, school stories, and outdoor adventures. Some of her books were published under her own name, and some were issued under the pen name Carol Norton.

North also had a connection to the Stratemeyer Syndicate, the book-packaging company behind many popular juvenile series of the era. That background helps explain the lively pace and clear storytelling in her work, which still appeals to listeners who enjoy vintage children's fiction.