Biography As A Natural Extension of Genealogy

One natural extension of an interest in genealogy could be an interest in writing biographies. Lately, I have become rather interested in learning about how to become a biographer because I think that that is something that I would really like to do. People are fascinating, and biographers are skilled at preserving people’s life stories so that others can learn about them in the present as well as in the future. What skills does a person need to become a biographer? Since biographies are books, biographers must be skilled at writing. Since biographies are works of non – fiction, biographers … Continue reading

Free Family Tree Templates for Frugal Genealogists

Many genealogists make artistic versions of their family trees. Before you can design one, you have to do the work. To start compiling your data, you will need a temporary family tree to write it down on. Here are some clues about where to find some free family tree templates. There are two options for genealogists who wish to create a family tree. One option is to go digital, and use software and genealogy websites that will help you to put together a family tree. The other option is the tried and true “pencil and paper” method. It is also … Continue reading