Struggling to keep your research, writing, and citations organized? In this video, we’ll show you how to create a seamless writing workflow that keeps everything in sync—so you can focus on writing, not juggling sources. Let’s dive in!”
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Accountability and Community: Proven Help You Achieve Your Writing GoalsAccountability and Community: Proven Help You Achieve Your Writing Goals
Maybe you’ve felt overwhelmed trying to balance research with storytelling, or you’ve just gotten stuck and let the project sit unfinished.
Have you ever started a family history writing project—completely motivated—only to watch that motivation fade away?
You’re not alone. Every writer faces this challenge regardless of whether you are writing profiles, memoirs, short stories or sagas, but here’s the good news: there’s a solution.
It’s not about working harder or forcing yourself to push through.
It’s about leaning into accountability and community.
In my latest Storylines video, I share how these two things can make all the difference—whether you’re writing ancestor profiles, memoirs, or a multi-generational saga.
How to Overcome Your Creative ChaosHow to Overcome Your Creative Chaos
Welcome to “Overcoming Creative Chaos,” this session is tailored to help you untangle the complexities of writing and discover clarity in your creative process. Together, we’ll explore powerful techniques for decluttering the bits and bobs of storytelling. Let’s turn your chaos into a compelling, organized blueprint.
Write Your Best Year Yet: How to Set Specific, Accountable GoalsWrite Your Best Year Yet: How to Set Specific, Accountable Goals
Ready to make 2025 your most productive writing year yet? In this video, we’ll explore how setting specific, accountable goals can transform your creativity and keep you on track. Watch now to unlock your best writing year ever!
Why birth to death tales don’t work- and how to fix them!Why birth to death tales don’t work- and how to fix them!
Struggling to turn your ancestor’s life story into an engaging narrative? In this video, we’ll explore why ‘birth-to-death’ summaries fall flat and how focusing on key scene moments can bring their story to life. Let’s dive in!”
The Best Holiday Writing Prompts for Family HistoriansThe Best Holiday Writing Prompts for Family Historians
This week I’m revealing some of my all-time favorite writing prompts to help you write some of those precious memories and preserve them for generations to come. Download your Prompts Guide
How to Write through the HolidaysHow to Write through the Holidays
The holidays are upon us and it can become challenging to write with so many demands on uur attention. Today we’ve got some tips for how you can stay connected to your stories throughout this holiday season.
How to Craft Unforgettable EndingsHow to Craft Unforgettable Endings
Hey everyone! Today, we’re diving into the art of crafting unforgettable endings—those powerful moments that linger long after the credits roll or the last page turns. Stick around to learn how to leave your audience speechless and craving more!”
The Gift of Learning: How to Grow Your Storytelling SkillsThe Gift of Learning: How to Grow Your Storytelling Skills
There’s no better gift you can give yourself than the gift of learning. Whether you’re just beginning your storytelling journey or ready to take it to the next level, building your skills is transformative. Let’s explore how you can grow as a storyteller in 2025.
How to Share Family Stories during the HolidaysHow to Share Family Stories during the Holidays
In just 15 minutes a day over 5 days you could write a small family story scene that could be shared in some interesting ways over the holiday season. Watch to learn how than click here to download your free resource to help you.