In this episode, we sit down with Ava Dickerson, the brilliant archivist at Indiana University’s Lilly Library who has spent countless hours deep in the stacks cataloging, organizing, and preserving the Barbara Mertz/Elizabeth Peters archive — from manuscripts and fan mail to photos and correspondence that reveal the heart of a writer and researcher. blogs.libraries.indiana.eduAva takes us inside the world of archival work, what it’s like preserving the legacy of a beloved author, and how these treasures help keep Mertz’s voice alive for future generations. 🎧💛This is a must-listen for book lovers, mystery fans, and history lovers alike.#AnotherShirtRuined #PodcastLife #AvaDickerson #ArchivistLife #BarbaraMertz #ElizabethPeters #IndianaUniversity #LillyLibrary #BehindTheScenes #LiteraryLegacy #MysteryFans #BooksAndArchives #PodcastEpisode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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