Jane Willan asked Eileen O'Finlan:

what is your most favorite aspect of doing research into your books?

Eileen O'Finlan I love doing research so it's hard to pick a favorite, but I think I'd have to say it's learning something new. Because I write historical fiction, my research is usually history-based. I love it when I learn new things, especially those little gems that I know will help the story. And I'm always delighted when I come across something unexpected.

Right now, I'm researching for my next novel. The main character will be a young woman working on a graduate degree in folklore, which means I need to know at least a little of what she would know. So I'm studying anthropology and folklore - two fields that are brand new to me. It's very exciting!

Thanks for the great question, Jane!

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