Family History Writing

leave a legacy

Everyone has a story. Create a keepsake book crafted from interviews and family photos to preserve the stories that matter.

How do you sum up a life? By highlighting the memorable moments, funny stories, and special photos that sum up what life is all about: childhood, culture, faith, love, military service, raising kids…all the things that create a life well lived.

​These are the unifying experiences that should be celebrated, captured and shared with future generations. These are the stories that come out in this unique interview process used to create one-of-a-kind keepsake albums that your family will treasure, pass down, and revisit for years to come.

This service includes: family interviews, collection of photos, your family’s story custom written and your Legacy Book custom designed and printed.

Frequently Asked Questions:

How long does a Legacy Book take?

Book projects take approximately 12 weeks from time of interview. Our timeline is dependent on your timely participation in reviewing drafts and collecting photographs for use in the book.

How much is a Legacy Book project?

Legacy Book packages start at $500. All books are custom written and designed. What you get is a beautiful piece of art and history that is crafted especially for you. ​Additional copies are available for a price to be discussed.

Can you work remotely?

Yes. Though in-person interviews are best, I can conduct them over the phone or virtually. Photos can be mailed for scanning and then returned as digital files.

How many photographs do I need?

About 30 pictures of the highest resolution possible in digital or hard copy format.

What stories should be included?

I will provide questions ahead to think on, but what you choose to talk about it is completely up to you. The only request is that you’re honest and open to the experience.