A little help with your family tree. A lot more confidence in your book.
Missing ancestors? Conflicting dates? Unsure which information is correct?
Let a professional genealogist help you prepare your family tree for My Generations Book. For $250 USD, I'll spend two focused hours researching your ancestors, correcting errors, filling gaps, and strengthening the information that will go into your book.
Some trees need more than two hours of research. I'll prioritize the work that will make the biggest difference for your book.
You'll qualify to purchase your six-generation My Generations Book for just $47 USD (regularly $97).
Your tree doesn't have to be perfect.
Maybe there's a birth year that doesn't add up. A great-grandmother listed twice. A place that just says "England." Or an entire branch of your family tree that is still missing.
You don't need a perfect family tree to create a meaningful family book. But if you'd like to fill in some of those gaps, correct questionable information, or feel more confident about what's going into print, I can help.
Whether your tree needs a few corrections or more extensive research, we'll start with the areas that matter most for your book.
A book shows what a tree hides.
Most trees are collaborative. They hold years of work from you, cousins, aunts, and strangers who share a branch. That's their strength. It's also how errors creep in.
In a tree, a small error can go unnoticed. In a book, it's printed on a page you want to be accurate.
You don't necessarily need months of searching. Sometimes the most helpful next step is having an experienced researcher evaluate the evidence already there and make the most meaningful fixes first. Deeper research can always come later.
What I do in your tree
Every family tree is different. Some need only a few corrections. Others have missing generations, conflicting information, or research questions that take considerably longer to resolve.
I'll spend two focused hours working on the areas of your tree that will make the biggest difference for your book. Depending on your tree, that might mean:
Two hours won't necessarily resolve every issue or complete every generation. If more research would help, I'll explain what remains. You can choose another research block or move forward with your book as it is.
Some records have additional acquisition fees. I'll contact you for approval before ordering anything that costs extra.
Meet your genealogist
I'm a professional genealogist and educator with a degree in Family History Research, and I've spent eight years helping people research their families. I'm trained in the Genealogical Proof Standard, so my work is guided by evidence rather than guesswork.
I also created My Generations Book, so I know which details in your tree shape the finished pages, and where two focused hours will make the biggest difference.
What you get
This is focused research and tree preparation, not a formal research report or a guarantee that every branch will be complete.
And when you're ready, your book is just $47.
My goal isn't just to help you build a better family tree. It's to help you turn that tree into something you can hold, share, and pass down.
As a Tree Ready + Research client, you'll qualify to purchase your six-generation My Generations Book for $47 USD, regularly $97. That's $50 off the book.
Your book is optional and purchased separately. There's no pressure to order immediately after your research. You can review the findings, continue working on your tree, or make your book with the information available.
Your family tree doesn't have to be perfect to become a book worth keeping.
Includes free shipping to the 20 countries we currently serve.
How it works
- 1Book your research.Purchase your two-hour block and tell me where your tree lives, who your book is for, and what you want help with.
- 2Give me access.I'll send instructions for sharing your FamilySearch or Ancestry tree or discuss another arrangement if needed.
- 3I get to work.I'll spend two focused hours researching and improving your tree, with the work completed within 14 days.
- 4Review your results.You'll receive a summary of the work completed, sources, and recommendations for anything still needing attention.
- 5Create your book.When you're ready, purchase your six-generation My Generations Book for $47 instead of $97.
No tree yet? We'll start it together.
We begin with a 15-minute Zoom call. Tell me what you know: parents, grandparents, names, places, and family memories. We'll get your tree started together, then I'll research from there. The call is included within your two hours. A brand-new tree often needs multiple research blocks before it has the generations you want to include in a book.
Details
| Research time | 2 focused hours |
|---|---|
| Research investment | $250 USD |
| Additional research | $250 USD per additional 2-hour block |
| Deliverable | Summary of work, findings, sources, and next steps |
| Turnaround | Within 14 days |
| Book offer | $47 USD for a six-generation book (regularly $97) |
| Book purchase | Optional; ordered separately. Free shipping to the 20 countries we serve. |
| Platforms | FamilySearch and Ancestry; others by arrangement |
| Research regions | Canada, US, England, Wales, Scotland, Ireland |
| Additional records | Any purchase requiring a fee is approved with you first |
Is it right for you?
Yes, if
- Your tree has errors, gaps, or uncertain information you'd like to address before making a book.
- Your tree didn't pass the Tree Readiness Test, or you'd simply like professional eyes on it.
- You'd rather hand focused research and cleanup to someone who does it regularly.
- You're starting a tree and want guidance with the first steps.
Not quite, if
- You need a formal research report or proof argument for one complex question.
- You're looking for a guaranteed solution to a longstanding brick wall.
- Most of your research requires local expertise outside Canada, the US, or the British Isles. The Association of Professional Genealogists can help you locate a specialist.
Not sure you need research?
You might not! If your family tree already has most of the ancestors you'd like in your book and you feel comfortable with the information, you can go straight to creating My Generations Book.
If you see missing ancestors, uncertain relationships, or information you'd like checked, Tree Ready + Research can help you make progress before printing.
Questions
- What can you get done in two hours?
- It depends on the tree. I'll prioritize the direct-line ancestors and issues most relevant to the generations you want in your book. Your summary will explain what was completed and what remains.
- Will my tree be ready for a book after two hours?
- Not necessarily. Some trees need a few corrections, while others require more extensive research. Two hours are focused research time, not a promise to complete the entire tree.
- What if my tree needs more than two hours?
- I'll explain the outstanding issues and recommended next steps. You may book additional two-hour blocks for $250 each, or make your book with the information you already have.
- Do I need to finish every branch before making my book?
- No. Every family tree has unanswered questions. You can continue researching or make your book with the information available. That decision is yours.
- How does the $47 book offer work?
- Purchasing at least one Tree Ready + Research block qualifies you for the $47 USD six-generation book price (regularly $97). The book is a separate, optional purchase. Additional research blocks are not required to receive the offer. Shipping is free to the 20 countries we currently serve.
- Will you change things I've researched carefully?
- I review the available evidence before making corrections. Changes are supported by sources, and your summary will explain the work done. Where evidence is uncertain, I'll identify the question rather than guess.
- Do I need a FamilySearch account?
- No. I can work with an Ancestry tree as well. If you don't have a tree, we can start one together. Other platforms can be discussed before booking.
- I don't have a tree yet. Can you still help?
- Yes. We'll begin with a 15-minute Zoom call included in the two-hour block. Starting from scratch often takes more than one block.
- What if my ancestors are from somewhere else?
- I specialize in Canada, the US, and the British Isles. For research in other countries, the Association of Professional Genealogists is one place to find a specialist.
Questions before booking? Email hello@mygenerationsbook.com.
Give your family more of their story.
Your ancestors' stories deserve to be remembered, even if your family tree isn't complete. Whether you need a few corrections or help uncovering missing generations, I'll help strengthen the information behind your book.
Start with two hours of professional research for $250 USD and unlock your six-generation My Generations Book for just $47 USD (regularly $97).
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