Timothy G. Grammer received his master's degree in European history and doctorate in transatlantic history from the University of Texas at Arlington. He teaches history at Texas Wesleyan University in Fort Worth. He lives in the Dallas area with his Paris-native wife, Janet, and their five dogs. Coauthor Jim Bell was born and raised in Paris, Texas, and is a graduate of the University of Texas. He is a REALTOR(R) in Paris who is active in the community.