Basics

Put It All Together

Genealogy and family history research is never really finished, but at some point, you may feel ready to write your family history and put it into an attractive presentation. The following books are good sources of advice - and inspiration.

Writing Your Family History

Family Fables: How to Write and Publish Your Family's Story (2006)
Robson, Maisie
929.1 R66f

For All Time: A Complete Guide to Writing Your Family History (1996)
Kempthorne, Charley
808.06 K32f

Writing Up Your Family History: A Do-It-Yourself Guide (2003)
Titford, John
929.1 T61w

Writing Your Family History: A Practical Guide (2004)
Cass, Deborah
929.1 C34w

Writing Your Family History Made Very Easy (2007)
Kyle, Noeline
929.1 K99w

You Can Write Your Family History (2003)
Carmack, Sharon DeBartolo
929.1 C28y

Creating Heritage Albums

Crafting Your Own Heritage Album (2000)
Braun, Bev Kirschner
771.46 B82c

Creating Your Family Heritage Scrapbook: From Ancestors to Grandchildren, Your Complete Resource & Idea Book for Creating a Treasured Heirloom (2001)
Nerius, Maria Given and Bill Gardner
929.1 N44c

The Complete Guide to Creating Heritage Scrapbooks (2002)
Memory Makers
929.1 M53c

New Ideas for Crafting Heritage Albums (2001)
Braun, Bev Kirschner
771.46 B82n

Scrapbooking Your Family History (2005)
Best, Laura
771.46 B561s

Scrapbooking Your Family History (2003)
Taylor, Maureen
929.1 T24s

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