Essential Habits for Genealogists & Storytellers

Vital records, such as birth, marriage, and death certificates, are a valuable resource for genealogy research, providing important information about your ancestors' names, dates, and places of significant life events. In this chapter, we will explore the ins and outs of using vital records for genealogy research and show you how to make the most of this valuable resource.

Census records are a valuable tool for genealogy research, providing valuable information about your ancestors' names, ages, occupations, and places of residence. In this chapter, we will explore the ins and outs of using census records for genealogy research and show you how to make the most of this valuable resource.

In today's digital age, the internet has become an invaluable tool for genealogy research. With just a few clicks of a button, you can access a wealth of information and resources that can help you to build your family tree and uncover your ancestry. In this chapter, we will explore some of the best online resources for genealogy research and show you how to make the most of them.

One of the keys to successful genealogy research is organization. As you gather information and build your family tree, it can be easy to become overwhelmed by the sheer amount of data that you collect. In order to stay on track and make the most of your research, it's essential to set up a system for organizing your information from the very beginning.

Welcome to the exciting world of genealogy research! Genealogy, also known as family history research, is the process of tracing your ancestry and building a family tree. Whether you are just getting started or have been researching your family history for years, this chapter will provide an overview of the basics of genealogy research and help you understand what you need to know to begin piecing together your family's past.

An introduction to the learning, resources, and outcomes of the Coaching course for Ancestral Storytelling scheduled for Jan/Feb 2023. The course is discounted by 2/3 as a Christmas offer. Instead of $150 you only pay $50. There are 12 modules, 75 lessons (predominantly video), and 4 live masterclasses: Jan 7 and 21; Feb 4 and 18. Enrol here: https://coachcaroleonline.thinkific.com/courses/coaching-ancestral-storytelling Throughout this course, you will have plenty of opportunities for peer learning and social learning. Discussions are available in each of the Modules right here on the course's site, and you are also invited to join the Facebook Group Preserve your Family Stories. This is a Private community for participants in the Preserving Family History Academy. A community of new family historians learning the art of preserving family history stories. Enrol here: https://coachcaroleonline.thinkific.com/courses/coaching-ancestral-storytelling Join the Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/preservingfamilystories

In this episode I feature my favourite genealogy tools, resources and knowledge banks for my Personal Genealogy Network. Recommended Links: Toolkits Ancestral File: https://mlfhs-online-shop.myshopify.com/products/9424  Family Search: https://www.familysearch.org/australia/  Australian Family History Archives: https://www.bdm.vic.gov.au/  Resources Genealogy Courses: https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/genealogy and https://www.pharostutors.com/  Diploma of Family History: https://www.utas.edu.au/courses/cale/courses/r2h-diploma-of-family-history  Preserving Family History Academy: https://coachcaroleonline.thinkific.com/ Communities Conference Keeper: https://conferencekeeper.org/conferences/  Cyndi's List Australia: https://www.cyndislist.com/australia/  Family History Preserved Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/coachcaroleonline  YouTube Channels: https://www.youtube.com/@GenealogyTV and https://www.youtube.com/c/FamilyHistoryFanatics  Legacies Geneabloggers: https://coachcaroleonline.com/ and https://genealogystoriesonline.blog/ and https://emptybranchesonthefamilytree.com/research-organization/  ebooks: https://www.amazon.com/~/e/B08XVFQ966 

In this interview, Pauline shares her writing and publishing process for her Historical Fiction book, Conflict at Hanging Rock. This debut novel is a tale of two families who over nearly a century clash over the use of land at Hanging Rock. A story of the struggles both within the families and between them. Based on true events, this is a great read. You can buy the book directly from Pauline at: paulinewilson.com.au Special Offer: First three who sign up for Pauline's Newsletter after listening to this podcast, can obtain a free autographed copy of her book. Check out my online courses in Preserving Family History at my Academy if you have been inspired to write your family history.

In this episode Robinette Wilson describes the process of preserving her Taylor Family history (her maternal line) using MixBook. A labour of love in creating a family history scrapbook enabled her to share her research information, photos, original documents and memorabilia to share with her Mom and family members. Advantages of using MixBook include: incorporating a Family History templatecollaborating with others on the draftenabling family members to order their own copy onlinethe flexibility of content arrangement and finished hard or soft coverseasy to use program You can check out MixBook here: https://www.mixbook.com/ Robinette is a member of the Digital Storytelling Online Facebook community. https://www.facebook.com/groups/DSTonline

Prudence Dwyer is The Creative Family Historian who provides other genealogists and family historians, with tools, resources, and courses on preserving family history. Visit her website at: https://www.creativefamilyhistorian.com/ In this podcast episode, Prudence illustrates her own special strategies for writing compelling ancestral stories and describes a plethora of templates to help storytellers along the way. Be sure to check her website for this fabulous freebie to get you started in recording your ancestral research: Essential Ancestor Discovery Worksheet View and subscribe to Prudence's videos on her YouTube Channel called The Creative Family Historian.

In this podcast, Andrew introduces us to the history of the Redfern family and their prominence and influence in the town of Redfern, Sydney, Australia. The suburb of Redfern is named after Andrew's third great, uncle, Dr. William Redfern, who was initially transported to Australia as a convict in 1801. Learn more about this fascinating history of the Redfern family and how Andrew made the discovery of an unpublished manuscript of Dr. William Redfern, by Blanche Dunlop, in the State Library of NSW. Read some of Andrew's blog posts here: https://andrewredfern.com/family-history/ Find out more about the history of William Redfern here: https://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/redfern-william-2580 https://www.macarthuradvertiser.com.au/story/2672339/from-convict-to-respected-surgeon/

Wendy discusses how the Esme Quentin series began and her tips on writing Genealogical Mysteries. Quote for the day: Genealogical Mystery writers provide the elusive WHY - to fill in the gaps in an ancestral story. Find Wendy's book at her website here: https://www.wendypercival.co.uk/ Read her bite-sized blog here: https://www.wendypercival.co.uk/blog Join her along with other Genealogical Mystery writers in the Facebook Group for Genealogical Crime Mystery Club at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/902684053599239

•10 days – 10 topics – 10 live casts – special guests •Daily activities – posted via email and in here •Varied times for live casts to suit an international audience •Schedule is in Files •Available after in the PGN and YouTube channel •Choose Connection – it's all about networking •Ultimate aim is – to grow your Personal Genealogy Network •Learning to use Trello – collect the template to get started https://trello.com/b/DuAs1Gfw/personal-genealogy-network

Jamie Wasilchenko is passionate about her work as a Professional Genealogist and Heirloom Preservationist. In this episode, Jamie shares her earliest adventures in family history as a nine-year-old child listening to stories from her paternal grandfather; and traveling with her step-mother on research trips. Jamie has a unique skill-set in Genealogy and Preservation: Her services include: Family Tree FoundationsBranches & LeavesBrick Wall ResearchThe DIYer PackageMapping & Trip PlanningAncestral BiographiesHeirloom Preservation & DigitizationTechnology & OrganisationRecord RetrievalsConsultations Her advice to researchers is to get micro local, visit archival repositories in person if you can, but even if you live far away, conduct a search for the local historical societies, local libraries that might have a history room, any of these, small organizations and reach out to them. Jamie's package of services is displayed here on her Shifting Sands Genealogy website.

In this podcast, Eilene shares her experiences in researching her family ties and writing their stories in her blog at Myricopia.com. Eilene is a member of the National Genealogical Society in the U.S. and will be presenting at their Family History Conference in May, in Sacramento, California. Her topic is Immortal Words: Keep Your Family History Alive with a Lively Blog and is currently scheduled for Friday, May 27. Her first family history book called Fortune’s Frenzy: A California Gold Rush Odyssey is due out from TwoDot in 2023.

Mary shares her love of Genealogy and Writing in this episode. Please find the six books in the MAZE Investigations series at her website here: https://mkjonesauthor.com/ I highly recommend that you subscribe to the MAZE Investigators Newsletter; where you’ll find updates on the next books in the series, Mary's ongoing research, and exclusive access to the “Maze Reports”, a series of papers written by the Investigators on the cases that go on behind the scenes: Mary recommends the following resources: Genealogical Crime Mystery Book Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/902684053599239

Interview with Anne Young: my recommended Geneablogger for the month of January 2022 View her blog posts here: https://anneyoungau.wordpress.com/ For more Podcasts from Genealogists visit The Essential Genealogist episodes 1-24 from seasons 1-3. https://pod.co/essential-habits-for-genealogists  Find more tips for Genealogy by enrolling in this FREE course https://coachcaroleonline.thinkific.com/courses/genealogytips2022

Natalie Pithers shares her own style of genealogy and ancestral storytelling in this final episode for Season 3. Natalie invites you to visit her website to find out more about tracing your family tree, the curious descendants clun and the podcast episodes on #Twice Removed. https://genealogystories.co.uk/ For those interested in the Curious Descendants Club, find out more here and jump on the waiting list: https://curiousdescendants.co.uk/

Sharing with you one of my very favorite pastimes genealogy today, In this episode, recorded for the Global Transformational Festival, I share my ideas on the importance of family history in shaping who you are. Looking for more about me, head over to my new LinkTree https://linktr.ee/coachcarole

The story of Maria Lord is one of courage in the face of betrayal. Her ability to survive and thrive, despite her transportation to Van Diemen's Land and what Edward Lord did to her, is a story that should be told. The brutal government of women in the colony, the biassed social rules of the early 1800s, and the losses suffered by female convicts are all part of Maria's story. Further details of her story can be found online and in particular, in chapter 1 of Convict Women by Kay Daniels. In another blog post by blogger Lynley Joyce in her blog Shorthand Social, you will find more of Maria Lord's storyline.

Tips for writing ancestral stories from Coach Carole. This series of 5 tips include: Point of View, Plotter, Pantser, Planner, Adventurer To join these conversations look for the Event notifications at: https://www.facebook.com/coachcaroleonline To gain access to my Academy Members Only Vault click here: https://coachcaroleonline.com/membership Get your free courses on Ancestral Story writing here: https://coachcaroleonline.thinkific.com

Why Genealogy Matters; Series 1. Step 1: Determine your Why Step 2: Know where to look online Step 3: Organise your Research Step 4: Choose an ancestral story Step 5: Select a moment in time Step 6: Create the story focus https://coachcaroleonline.com/2021/09/29/why-genealogy-matters/

Karen has written and published two books so far and a third is in progress. In this episode, we unpack Karen's journey in writing the extraordinary story of an ordinary Aussie bloke, Brian, who dreamed of becoming a pilot; in the book 'Barefoot to Boeings'. Brian says he now feels like a rock star, and others have been inspired to write their own stories. You can order a copy of Karen's books from her website at: https://karenguest.com.au/ Karen says she was inspired by my book 'Storifying your Ancestors'. You can order a copy of that one from Amazon. Here's my Author's page: https://www.amazon.com/~/e/B08XVFQ966

Conversation with Pauline Wilson, family historian from Yarrawonga, Victoria. Pauline shares her love of genealogy and her latest family history book, as yet unnamed, and how that has evolved over the years. Pauline's website is here: https://www.paulinewilson.com.au/ Pauline describes herself as a writer, family historian and lifelong learner.

How does a Bush Poet preserve her family history? Listen as Annette describes her process of creating traditional bush poems and how her search for family history eventually became family history books. In this episode Annette recites two of the poems from her latest published book 'Lost for Words'. If you would like to purchase a copy of "Lost for Words', contact Annette at: [email protected]

Emma Cox from the Journeys into Genealogy Podcast joins me in this episode to unpack a few of her favourite strategies for organising genealogy research. Emma Cox Journeys into Genealogy Podcast My free courses on Genealogy Story Writing are available in my CoachCaroleOnline Academy: Blogging in the Past Lane Family Story Magic Next course available in August 2021 is: How to Organise your Genealogy Research

Interview with Robyn Flemming, Albury based Editor, Proofreader and Author; talking about her latest project, her journey and book. Robyn is proud to announce the upcoming publication of her memoir, Skinful. Due for release in September 2021. You can pre-order early in August. Find out more about Robyn Flemming at her website: www.robynflemmingauthor.com Note: site will be live in August. Interested in a free course, to blog your ancestral stories? Try this one: https://coachcaroleonline.thinkific.com/courses/BloggingInThePastLane

Interview with Sarah and Noel McDonald about their research into their family histories; with fame, nostalgia and intrigue. Interested in a free course, to blog your ancestral stories? Try this one: https://coachcaroleonline.thinkific.com/courses/BloggingInThePastLane

Interview with historian Terry Stavridis, author or 'Tales from the last days of Anatolia'; a unique view of the turbulent history of the Ottoman Empire. A collection of fictional short stories dealing with real events in Asia Minor (modern Turkey) during the dying days of the Ottoman Empire. These stories are based on fictional characters. https://www.amazon.com.au/Tales-Last-Anatolia-Terry-Stavridis/dp/1545752826 Interested in a free course, to blog your ancestral stories? Try this one: https://coachcaroleonline.thinkific.com/courses/BloggingInThePastLane

An interview with Jacob Wright, author and creator of the writing tool, DabbleWriter.

In this interview with second generation author, Martie Liter Ogborn, we discover the legacy of the Bancroft Mysteris written by her Dad, Bob Liter. We learn how Martie has revitalised the five murder mystery novels and is writing a series of sequels. https://bancroftmysteries.com/home

Interview with Moira O'Brien and Paul O'Mahoney from County Cork, Ireland. Two of the Toastmaster trio who produce the The Talk Show for Talkers at: http://www.moiraobrien.com/tsft3/links.html Ted Mellamphey is the initiator of the program which has been running since 2014.

Interview with Paul Chiddicks, author of the 'Dear Paul' Column for Family Tree Magazine. Interested in a free course, to blog your ancestral stories? Try this one: https://coachcaroleonline.thinkific.com/courses/BloggingInThePastLane

Interview with Author Darrell Pitt, author of the Balloon Girls, published 2021. Find Darrell's books here: https://www.darrellpitt.com/

Interview with freelance author and story collector Dimity Brassil. A Lasting Tale https://www.alastingtale.com/

Interview with author Annie Pateman The Strength Within is available here: https://www.anniepatemanauthor.com.au/

Interview with Val Wilkinson, Genealogist How to find and request BDM certificates in Australia

Essential Habits for Genealogists: Interview with Val #1 How to Find Death Notices

Essential Habits for Genealogists: Interview with Val #2 How to use Trove for Family History Research

Essential Habits for Genealogists: Interview with Val Wilkinson Using the Biographical Database Australia

In this episode, Val Wilkinson, Genealogist shares her expertise in the importance of verifying research data by using primary sources.