Writing Family History

Do you dream of writing your own memoir, life story or autobiography, but don't know how to get started? Then this book is for you. How to Write Your Memoir is a complete blueprint for every stage of writing, editing and publishing your life story or autobiography. Acclaimed novelist Neil Black has ghostwritten and edited memoirs for other people and in this brilliant easy-to-follow book, shows you how you write one too, whether you are a person of note or just want to create something for friends and family to read and remember you by. In this book, you will learn: How to find your voice ...

The New York Times bestselling memoir from the creator of some of the most iconic television programs ever, including All in the Family, Maude, Good Times, The Jeffersons, and Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman. “Charming, candid, and copious . . . There is still a lot of zest, passion, and whimsy...

In her bestselling memoirs Ruth Reichl has long illuminated the theme of how food defines us, and never more so than in her dazzling fiction debut about sisters, family ties, and a young woman who must finally let go of guilt and grief to embrace her own true gifts. Billie Breslin...

Turn a simple conversation into a beautiful published legacy book. From Voice to Book gives you a clear, repeatable workflow to record a guided interview, auto‑transcribe it, and let AI do the heavy lifting to craft a polished life story you can publish on Amazon KDP. No writing required. Why this book beats the fill‑in‑the‑blanks style workbook Traditional “Mom, I want to hear your story” workbooks often become make‑work projects for seniors. The space for answers is tiny, there isn’t enough room for an engaging story, and finishing the book can feel like a massive ...

A damning confrontation between the American dream and the reality of undocumented children seeking a new life in the US. Structured around the forty questions Luiselli translates and asks undocumented Latin American children facing deportation, Tell Me How It Ends (an expansion of her 2016...

When Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, award-winning Ukrainian chef and food writer Olia Hercules decided it was finally time to tell her story. Strong Roots is the story of a century in Ukraine told through four generations of one extraordinary family. It takes us from...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER In this clarion call to pick up a pen and find yourself from “one of our most astute chroniclers of modern life” (The New York Times Book Review), #1 New York Times bestselling author Anna Quindlen shows us how anyone can write, and why everyone should. What really...

Discover the power and significance of personal memories and family history with the enthralling eBook, "Memories for Generations". Steeped in comprehensive, well-structured content, this is more than a guide. It is a captivating journey through the alluring world of memoirs and storytelling. Dive into the importance of memoirs and family history in the very first chapter, before embarking on the exciting adventure of starting your own memoir. The planning phase is simplified with engaging yet effective strategies for pre-writing and memory triggers. Unleash the story in your heart as you ...

Have you ever wondered what it would take to turn the stories of your life into a book worth sharing? Whether you’re longing to write a heartfelt memoir, a collection of personal essays, or simply preserve your history for future generations, Write Your Life is the guide you’ve been waiting for. Packed with practical tips, creative exercises, and inspirational examples, this how-to book walks you step by step through the journey of capturing your experiences on the page. From mining your memories for pivotal moments to crafting a compelling narrative, Write Your Life helps you discover ...

Who Do You Think They Were? Uncover Your Family’s Hidden Past Ever wondered about the stories behind your ancestors? Finding Family Trees is your step-by-step guide to tracing your lineage, decoding historical records, and uncovering the lives of those who came before you.Inside This Book, You’ll Learn How To: ✔ Navigate English Records – Search birth, marriage, and death certificates, parish registers, and census documents. ✔ Use the Best Genealogy Websites – Avoid time-wasting sites and focus on the most effective research tools. ✔ Stay Organized – Keep track of your ...

Ian Moore is a stand-up comedian in the UK and a husband, father of three boys, farmhand and chutney-maker in France. He is a mod in both walks of life and most of his time is spent travelling grumpily between the two. Comedian, mod and professional grump Ian Moore has had enough. Tired of being unable to park anywhere near his cramped house in a noisy town he doesn’t like, he hatches a plan to move his wife and young son to a remote corner of the Loire Valley in search of serenity and space.

National Jewish Book Awards Finalist! Through a series of stories that span several generations, ‘Cover Me with My Izar’, brings to vivid life the modern history of Iraqi Jews. The stories are fascinating, humorous, filled with humanity, always captivating, and brimming with heart. Each story is told from the viewpoint of a different character across the generations. From the tales of the vibrant Jewish community in Baghdad, through the terrors of the Farhud Pogrom to the mass immigration into Israel, a rich story of struggle and learning to adapt unfolds. From the miracle that was ...

Create a meaningful legacy for future generations with this step-by-step guide to gathering and sharing your family history, packed with inspirational, creative, and practical advice from a leading oral historian and museum curator. A parent celebrates a birthday. A best friend moves away. A...

As with any project, when you start your memoir right, you're on your way to success! START YOUR MEMOIR RIGHT distills Denis Ledoux's experience of years of coaching and teaching memoir writing. His expert advice will focus your effort and save you time and energy because lays out a clear writing path. Each writing step is simply presented. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: explore [and answer] compelling reasons to write. master proven launch techniques. identify your biggest challenge—hint: it's not finding time. why writing a memoir, rather than an autobiography, is probably a better idea. what tasks...

In A Nuclear Family Vacation, husband-and-wife journalists Nathan Hodge and Sharon Weinberger hit the road to explore the secretive world of nuclear weaponry. Weaving together first-class travel writing and crack investigative journalism, the pair pursues both adventures and answers: Why are nuclear weapons still on hair-trigger alert? Is there really such a thing as a suitcase nuke? And which nuclear power plants are most likely to be covers for weapons programs?

In July 1942, the French police in Paris, acting for the German military government, arrested Victor Ripp's three-year-old cousin, Alexandre. Two months later, the boy was killed in Auschwitz. In Hell's Traces, Ripp examines this act through the prism of family history. In addition to Alexandre, 10 members of Ripp's family on his father's side died in the Holocaust. His mother's side of the family, numbering 30 people, was in Berlin when Hitler came to power.

A collection of reported stories that explore the relationship between mothers and daughters, by the award-winning author of Strangers to Ourselves. You Won't Get Free of It tells the stories of mothers and daughters searching for each other (and for themselves). With uncanny depth of perception...

Why Write Your Story? explores the deeply personal and transformative journey of writing your memoir. Through 20 insightful reasons, this mini-book encourages you to preserve your family history, reflect on life’s pivotal moments, and create a legacy. Whether you're seeking healing from past experiences or hoping to inspire future generations, memoir writing offers a path to self-discovery and connection. This book also includes practical exercises to help you begin your memoir today, making it a perfect resource for anyone looking to share their story.

True love and friendship has no boundaries, even across time. Christopher and Susan are two teens who are best friends – one a talented guitarist with dreams of attending Julliard and the other a talented young writer who accidentally travel back to the year 1963. While they are there they fall deeply in love and have to make a decision; do they stay with those they love and care about or return home while they still have a chance? But if only one of them returns, how will that change the timeline? Will their entire lives be changed for the better or for the worse? Will their dreams still...