Among the many unexpected joys I have discovered in being a writer has been the extraordinary community that has formed around the Mary Russell stories. People with little in common geographically or even socially come together online in mutual affection for Russell & Holmes—and, even more amazing, forge lasting friendships when they come together physically at one conference or another.
One of the early manifestations of this Russell-based community was Letters of Mary, a Yahoo group currently celebrating its seventh year of e-friendship and mutual admiration. Over the years, a number of them have become fast friends—of each other, and of mine. To mark the anniversary, the moderators would like to issue the following invitation:
Have you ever longed to be part of a friendly community of people who love Russell and Holmes as much as you do? Then The Letters of Mary Yahoo Group is perfect for you.
LOM is a place where you can ask questions, join in discussions, and have access to an amazing archive of fan fiction to satisfy your Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes craving between books. Come join like-minded people and celebrate all things Russellian!
Alice and Merrily
Co-Moderators
The Letters of Mary Yahoo Group, here.