In my books and other offerings, especially the novels, I often include the section titled “Notes, Disclaimers, and Acknowledgements.” I might include other material as well, but that one might seem unusual to some readers. What is the logic for including this section?

Notes. These might include answers to anticipated questions readers might have as they’re reading or afterwards. Where’d I get the idea for the story (or stories)? Why did I write them? What’s their background? How did I come up w...