John Kendrick Bangs 
Rebellious Heroine 

Prolific novelist Stuart Harley has published many books, but wealth and popular acclaim have continued to elude him. In an attempt to help him secure his fortune, Harley’s publisher recommends that he write stories with more appeal to female audiences. Harley agrees and begins to work, but he soon finds that his plucky heroine — one Marguerite Andrews — has developed a mind of her own and is not overly keen on going along with his plans.