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The Family History Month Handbook

October is Family History Month, the perfect time to organize your research materials. In this free eBook, our experts offer tools to keep you on track.

Genealogy Brick Wall Busters Free eBook

Stuck in your genealogy research? In this free ebook, our experts show you ways to overcome some typical (but still frustrating) research challenges.

Trace Your African American Ancestry Free eBook

Ready to start discovering your African American family history? Download this 40-page ebook, packed with 6 articles of search strategies.

Trace Your Native American Ancestry Free eBook

Many families have handed-down stories about American Indian ancestors. Learn how to Trace Your Native American ancestry with this free eBook download.

Find Your Ancestors in US Census Records Free eBook

Get an in-depth overview of all the information that each census holds with this free ebook.

41 Secrets to Organize Your Genealogy Free eBook

Papers and photos and sticky notes, oh my! Tame your family history research chaos with tips on getting started. Plus, a free genealogy organization ebook!

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Surnames: Search Tips and Surname Origins Free eBook

This free ebook contains some of Family Tree Magazine’s best genealogy tips relating to family names, including articles on basic surname research strategies, tips for seeking ancestral maiden names, what your surname reveals about your ethnic heritage, how to refining Google surname searches, and what you can learn by understanding surname meanings.