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Writing a Family History

Families often lose their histories through the generations, which may explain why genealogy — the process of trying to trace and recapture that history — is hugely popular. Learn how to preserve your precious family memories for future generations, whether you simply want to print a few copies on your computer or publish a hardcover book to sell to the general public.

Preserving Memories: How to Write a Family History 

by Lillie Ammann

CONTENTS

WHY YOU SHOULD CREATE A FAMILY HISTORY

Can I Publish My Family History and Make Money?

Who Would Want to Read about My Family or Me?

What’s the Value of a Family History?

GET STARTED

First, Decide on Your Scope

Second, Determine Your Audience

Third, Plan Your Project

PREPARE TO WRITE

The Outline Quandary

Memory Triggers

Perfection Paralysis

CHOOSE A FORMAT

Loose-Leaf Binder

Comb- or Spiral-Bound

Electronic Book

Trade Paperback or Hardcover

Photo Book

DECIDE ON DISTRIBUTION

Gifts

Sales

Combinations

THE WRITING PROCESS

The Story

The Genealogy

The Pictures

IF YOU NEED HELP

Writers Groups

Typists/Transcribers/Designers

Editors

Ghostwriters

Photo Labs/Copy Shops/Printers

Subsidy Publishers

NOT JUST FOR YOUR FAMILY TODAY

MORE RESOURCES

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