Welcome back to our cozy corner of the web where we explore the magic of writing. Today, we are going to delve into a topic that’s truly close to my
How to Outline the Scenes in Your Ancestor’s StoryHow to Outline the Scenes in Your Ancestor’s Story
In this video, we’re going to delve into why you should embrace outlining your scenes but also some of the basics of outlining a scene in your ancestor’s story. We’ll
Scene vs Summary: How to Strike the Perfect Balance in Your Family History NarrativesScene vs Summary: How to Strike the Perfect Balance in Your Family History Narratives
Today, we’re diving into an essential topic that will elevate your family stories from good to unforgettable. We’re exploring the art of using ‘Scene’ and ‘Summary.”Just like a chef knowing
Finding the Seeds of a Story in Your ResearchFinding the Seeds of a Story in Your Research
Sometimes with so much research its hard to see the stories that are hiding within. Our research can be big and cumbersome and overwhelming. As a whole our research is
3 Tips to Showing Instead of Telling3 Tips to Showing Instead of Telling
It’s one of the hardest things that new family history writers struggle with; how to show instead of tell. How do we turn our dry boring summary into an entertaining
How to Find a Story Filled with Page-Turning ConflictHow to Find a Story Filled with Page-Turning Conflict
Conflict is the mark of a great story? But what about when your family history is full of boring peasants and farmers with no big conflict? How do we find
Where do I begin and end my ancestor’s story?Where do I begin and end my ancestor’s story?
Hey there, fellow scribes! Welcome back to Storylines, where we dive deep into the art of family history storytelling. Are you writing a birth to death tale of your ancestor’s
When writing a family history story which writing skill is the most important?When writing a family history story which writing skill is the most important?
Do you ever wonder which of all the storytelling techniques is most important to learn? Which one you should put at the top of your list for mastering. Today we
Which One?- Narrative Essay vs Creative Nonfiction NarrativeWhich One?- Narrative Essay vs Creative Nonfiction Narrative
Today, we’re exploring the differences between narrative essays and creative nonfiction narratives. Now these two may seem like two peas in a pod, but trust me when I say they
What is Head-Hopping and How to Avoid ItWhat is Head-Hopping and How to Avoid It
Hey there, fellow scribes! Welcome back to my writer’s corner, where we dive deep into the art of family history storytelling. Today, we’re tackling a topic that’s essential for any