Books

Starting at the end of 2021, I began writing and publishing books intended to assist you with your genealogy research. They are written practically so that you have ready-to-use tools and techniques to further your family history research.

Below are summaries about each book, with the link to Amazon, where they are available for purchase, either in paperback or eBook formats.

Discover Hidden Stories: Learn how to find remarkable stories about your family that can be easily overlooked.

Master Powerful Techniques: Unlock advanced newspaper research methods that go far beyond basic surname searches. For example, using abbreviations, nicknames, misspellings, and hyphenated words.

Access Exclusive Resources: Gain a comprehensive list of historical newspaper databases that save you time and expand your research capabilities.

The information in this book is presented in seven sections, each designed to guide you step-by-step toward becoming a proficient newspaper researcher:

• Why Newspapers Matter — Discover the incredible secrets hidden in historical newspapers and why they are essential to successful genealogical research.
• What You’ll Find in Historical Newspapers — Learn about the various types of information and articles available, including obituaries, local events, and personal stories that add depth to your family history.
• The Digitization Process — Understand how original newspapers are transformed into digital formats, helping you make sense of digital searches and what to expect from scanned content.
• Basic and Advanced Search Strategies — Develop a thorough understanding of search techniques, from fundamental to advanced, enabling you to find even the most elusive articles.
• Tools and Techniques for Success — Master advanced search strategies, plus dozens of practical tips that will help you find the information you need efficiently.
• Software and Subscription Databases — Explore the various online software packages and subscription databases available, making your search more productive and informed.
• Historical Newspaper Databases — Access major online newspaper databases from the United States, Canada, Europe, and beyond, complete with direct links to each resource.

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Delve into the fascinating history of obituaries and discover what crucial information they contain, with real-life examples to help you understand their importance. You’ll also learn expert techniques for finding and obtaining obituaries in both obituary databases and online newspaper archives, making your research easier than ever before.

But that’s not all! With over 10,000 free online obituary databases and 50,000 historical newspaper titles for the United States and Canada in the Appendix, you’ll have access to an incredible wealth of resources to aid your research.

This book isn’t just about finding obituaries—it’s about using them to gain a deeper understanding of your family’s story. With helpful tips on analyzing obituaries and incorporating them into your genealogy research, “Finding Your Ancestors’ Obituaries” is an essential part of any genealogy reference collection.

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