Genealogical Writing in the 21st Century: A Guide to Register Style and More

Writing up your genealogical research is easier than you might think. In fact, the tools you need to become a genealogical author are now at your fingertips in this concise guidebook. Read general advice about writing and style, as well as specific guidelines for the "Register" and other genealogical journals, popular magazines, and websites. Also, gain valuable tips and insights on publishing your own family history. Whether you are a novice researcher or an experienced genealogist, you will find valuable insights, tips, and advice in this book to help your writing - and your genealogical research, too.

Henry B. Hoff is the Editor of The New England Historical and Genealogical Register. Originally from St. James, Long Island, New York, Henry Hoff joined the NEHGS staff in 1996. Henry graduated with a B.A. from Yale University; he received his J.D. from Fordham University School of Law in New York. He is a Fellow of the American Society of Genealogists as well as a Fellow of the New York Genealogical and Biographical Society. He is also a Certified Genealogist. His genealogical interests include New York and the West Indies. Henry is the author of more than 125 genealogical articles in numerous scholarly journals and is the co-author or compiler of six books.