Category: Description

The Fastest Way to Engage the ReaderThe Fastest Way to Engage the Reader

April 30, 2024April 30, 2024 0 Comments

Imagine unlocking a secret pathway that instantly transports your readers right into the heart of your family history stories.

A magical tool so powerful, it breathes life into your words, making ancestors step off the page in vivid detail. What if I told you such a key exists, and it’s something you possess at this very moment?In our latest vlog, we’re unveiling this secret—a technique that has the potential to transform your storytelling, making every scene palpably real and deeply immersive.

This isn’t just about writing; it’s about creating experiences, memories, and emotions that linger long after the last word is read.

Are you ready to elevate your writing in a way that captures the essence of your stories like never before? Join us as we explore how to weave this magic into your narratives, captivating your readers from the very first sentence.

Press play, and step into a world where your stories are not just told but are truly felt.

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3 Tips to Showing Instead of Telling3 Tips to Showing Instead of Telling

October 10, 2023October 10, 2023 0 Comments

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 read. In today’s Storylines, we offer you a solution that’s not overwhelming. A solution you can apply to one sentence at a time. Grab today’s 3 tips, hear our examples and start showing instead of telling in your stories.

How to Unlock Amazing Family Stories Through Descriptive Writing TechniquesHow to Unlock Amazing Family Stories Through Descriptive Writing Techniques

January 24, 2023January 24, 2023 4 Comments

You know that feeling: when the fog of genealogical facts and documents finally lifts, revealing a vivid story about one of your ancestors. It’s an amazing experience to uncover these detailed stories that can seem lost in time! Descriptive writing techniques are powerful tools for family historians looking to dig into their family’s past. They can help bring ancient events alive, capturing the sights, smells and emotions associated with bygone eras. In this post, we’ll look at some tried and true methods for unlocking incredible family history stories through descriptive writing.