Judy asked M. Ruth Myers:

I am so excited to read there will be more Maggie Sullivan mysteries. I am a dedicated fan. Not only do I become immersed in the mysteries, I also avidly read all of the background material you provide and the photos. The '40s were the early years of my parents' marriage. Do you continually do research on that time period for each new book?

M. Ruth Myers Thanks for asking, Judy. Yes, I keep on researching, in part because the 1940s are so dense with events and change, at the local, national and of course world level. The other reason is that it's simply fascinating. I come across a tidbit that makes me want to know more, which leads to something else.

I can't fit it all into the books without slowing the pace. That's why I'm starting to share some of it on my blog, which I've reconfigured as a sort of salute to the era and particularly the women. There's a section for readers to post photos and info on ordinary women of that era, so if you'd like to share anything about your mother there, I'd be delighted.

I'm glad you enjoy the series. I love writing it.

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