HOW TO WRITE A family history

We’ve all got fascinating backstories, so why not preserve yours for posterity?

- PHOEBE GIBSON

Do you have a folder of notes, a family tree or a tall story from Gran that’s part of a much bigger untold story? If you’ve been wondering how to put that random assortment of material to good use, here are some tips to help you create a legacy for generations to come.

1 Know your purpose

Ask yourself whose story you are telling and why. Is your family history a gift for a significant anniversary? In which case, weave the narrative around those central people. Or is it your own perspective on family dynamics told from your point of view?

2 Who’s your audience?