Maude Radford Warren was a Canadian author whose writing ranged from children's retellings of traditional stories to magazine fiction and wartime reporting. Her books include King Arthur and His Knights and Robin Hood, works that bring legendary adventures within reach of younger readers. She combined an interest in storytelling with experience in education and contemporary journalism.

Born on Wolfe Island in Ontario, Warren studied at the University of Chicago and later taught in connection with the university. Her career crossed national and literary boundaries, with contributions appearing in publications including Harper's Magazine, Woman's Home Companion, Collier's, and The Saturday Evening Post. She also worked as a war correspondent for the latter magazine.

In her children's books, familiar heroes offer opportunities to consider bravery, loyalty, and the consequences of difficult choices. Titles such as Little Pioneers and Indian Stories further reflect the range of subjects presented to young readers in her era. These works carry the perspectives of their time and benefit from thoughtful historical context. Warren's varied career connects classroom storytelling, popular fiction, and reporting on the wider world.