Randy Winland is a retired educator, an avid collector of Marion memorabilia, and an officer of the Marion County Historical Society. He has authored or edited various publications about the history of Marion County and has been recognized by the Ohio Historical Society for projects involving the teaching and sharing of local history. In Postcard History Series: Marion, he has collaborated with several other Marion area collectors to present this unique look into Marion's past, featuring over 180 different views and the accompanying narratives.