Leaving a legacy: turn your family tree into a family book / Rebecca Shamblin.
Publisher:
Life Remembered Press,
Copyright Date:
2023
Description:
256 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
Contents:
Introduction -- Summary of the process -- Helpful tools -- Barriers to success -- Phase 1: planning -- Book structure -- Genealogy software -- Choosing a printing solution -- Word processor settings -- Phase 2: research -- Research tips -- What to include in your book -- Phase 3: writing -- Using Family Book Creator -- Chapter structure -- Writing biographies -- Sources -- Working with images -- Indexes (Word/FBC) -- Layout tips (Word) -- Create the extras -- Phase 4: printing -- Final review -- Exporting for print -- Lulu.com settings -- Add a cover (Lulu) - Preview your book -- Proofs & revisions -- Phase 5: distribution -- Giving away copies -- Selling copies -- Conclusion -- Supplements -- Letter to the reader -- Acknowledgements -- Author interview -- Keep in touch -- Discussion prompts.
Summary:
Simple steps to turn genealogy research into a book that will last for generations. Learn about the research process, what to include, how to turn facts into stories, how to organize your book, and how to print and share the final copy.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.