Storytelling

How Genealogists are Helping Coroners Track Down Family Premium

When someone dies alone, county coroners must track down next of kin to notify—and they’re increasingly asking genealogists for help. See how three determined researchers cracked a tough family-finding case.

How to Trace African American Ancestry Through Oral History

Oral history plays an important part in African American genealogy research. Learn how to use the stories passed down to uncover records and find your family history.

Where to Look for Great Ancestor Stories

Just getting started in your quest to discover your family history? Check out our tips for finding great stories in your ancestry!

10 Top Tech Tools for Sharing Family History Premium

You’ve started discovering your family history—now it’s time to share it. These 10 top tech tools will help you tell your family story in engaging ways.

7 Tips for Effective Family History Interviews in a Group Premium

Ready to learn more about your ancestors? These group interview tips will get the juicy family history details flowing at your next get-together.

5 Storytelling Tips for Telling Your Ancestor’s Tale

If you’ve ever had the thought, “This would make a great story!” when it comes to your family history, we have some great storytelling tips for you.

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30 Family History Writing Prompts Free eBook

Many genealogists dream of writing or publishing their family's story. Whether your dream is to write your family history as a novel or just to blog your family journey or genealogy research online, 30 Family History Writing Prompts will help you organize your research and ideas.