Frequently Asked Questions: Local History & Genealogy

After you have made progress researching your family history or genealogy, you may want to consider writing and publishing your results. For example, consider writing narrative accounts of families, ideally with an analysis of historical evidence and source citations in your book. Remember to be mindful of privacy for living persons and obtain permission before publishing narratives involving them. There are great published resources to help you as you start your writing and publishing journey! Consider the following: Genealogy Standards, Evidence Explained, Mastering Genealogical Documentation, and Numbering Your Genealogy. After you publish your book, consider donating to your local genealogy society or to the Library of Congress.