Commission writer Catherine Menlove to make your ancestors' stories come to life. With a free 30-minute consultation call and several package options, you can purchase a published personal narrative that tells one of your ancestors' life stories.
The life story of one individual, including:
Six detailed accounts
Up to 12 photos
Complete bibliography
Approximate price: $485
The life story of one individual, including:
Detailed accounts of significant life experiences
Historical context
Up to 18 photos
Labeled maps
Complete bibliography
Approximate price: $685
The life story of one individual, including:
Detailed accounts of life experiences and family relationships
Historical context
External research
Personal interviews
Unlimited photos
Labeled maps
Complete bibliography
Approximate price: $1,095
A consultation call can help you determine the best package for your project and provide you with a quote.
Call (208) 963-1675 or email personalfamilyhistories@gmail.com to schedule a free consultation or ask any questions.
The Basic package produces a detailed narrative of your ancestor's life, cohesively stitching together significant moments they experienced.
This package is great for
An enjoyable read to help remember or get to know your ancestor
Commemorating an individual little is known about
Compiling important accounts into one place
What you are expected to provide
Basic life facts such as birth, marriage, and death dates
Any specific stories you want included
Any photos you want included
Stories may be experiences already documented somewhere else, something you have heard passed around your family, or details surrounding a major life event such as a marriage.
“Well,” May replied, “if I go to church alone, she’ll be named Gladys.” Joseph smiled at his wife as he turned to head out the door. “Oh, you wouldn’t do that,” Joseph said with a goodbye. He was quite surprised when he came home to his newly named daughter, Gladys.
The Classic package produces a compelling and detailed narrative of your ancestor's life, with increased focus on significant moments they experienced, all placed into the historical and cultural contexts they lived in.
This package is great for
An engaging read to get a broad picture of your ancestor's life and details about important events
Enshrining pivotal family memories
Understanding the world they lived in
What you are expected to provide
Basic life facts such as birth, marriage, and death dates
Any specific stories you want included
Any photos you want included
Stories may be experiences already documented somewhere else, something you have heard passed around your family, or details surrounding a major life event such as a marriage.
He could be seen coming back from the barn and stooping down to pour milk into a dish for the dogs and cats or sitting on the steps of the granary throwing grain kernels to a flock of quail who’s natural feed had been covered by winter’s snow.
The Comprehensive package produces an in-depth narrative of your ancestor's life, all placed into the historical and cultural contexts they lived in and brought to life by additional details found in historical public records.
This package is great for
A thorough read to get a complete picture of your ancestor's life
Enshrining an extensively documented individual's complete life history
Understanding the world they lived in
What you are expected to provide
Basic life facts such as birth, marriage, and death dates
Any specific stories you want included
Any applicable family documents
Time for interviews
Any photos you want included
Stories may be experiences already documented somewhere else, something you have heard passed around your family, or details surrounding a major life event such as a marriage.
Interviews may be with you about what you remember or have heard about your ancestor, or with another willing individual familiar with the information.
Once aboard the steamer, Mereana looked into each of her family members' faces. Her older brothers, Hori and William, waved. Her little sister Katie had tears matching Mereana’s, running down her face.
Not finding something that fits for you?
Talk to Catherine about the Personalized project option and construct a plan that accomplishes your project.
Personalized projects may include elements from any of the above packages.
This is a good option for
Documenting more than one individual's life
Including a combination of elements not included in the desired project, for example, a photo-based narrative
Documenting one specific account in-depth
Any special requests
A quote will be provided following a consultation call.
She felt a tugging on her heart to share the joy of her children’s small smiles, first steps, and loud laughter with her family.
Choose what package best fits your project
Set up a time for a consultation call
Have the consultation call
Receive your quote
Send any necessary information, documents, or photos
Receive your personalized family history narrative
Call (208) 963-1675 or email personalfamilyhistories@gmail.com to schedule a free consultation