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Genealogists are like detectives. Working out puzzles is the name of their game! If you have ever wanted to research and document your family history the right way, then the award-winning Genealogy Basics In 30 Minutes is for you! Authored by professional genealogist Shannon Combs-Bennett, this genealogy book explains the joys, challenges, and triumphs of researching your familys origins. While many people assume genealogy research starts online, Combs-Bennett shows the importance of starting a family tree using documents that can be found in your own home! . The second edition of Genealogy Basics In 30 Minutes is written in a friendly, easy-to-understand style that avoids complex jargon. While not a comprehensive guide, there are lots of examples, case studies, and advice that can help would-be family historians quickly get up to speed. In addition to listing best practices for conducting genealogical research, Genealogy Basics In 30 Minutes also warns readers about the many pitfalls of family research, from "brick wall" mysteries to time-wasting online searches.
About the Author
Shannon Combs-Bennett, QG, is a professional genealogist based out of Northern Virginia. She is a graduate of the Boston University Certificate program, ProGen, and in 2016 Shannon was awarded her PLCGS in American Studies from the National Institute for Genealogical Studies. Shannon is also recognized as a QG, Qualified Genealogist, through the Register of Qualified Genealogist of the United Kingdom for completing her Post Graduate Diploma in Genealogical, Heraldic, and Paleographic Studies. She earned her Bachelors of Science in Biology from Indiana University with an emphasis in human genetics and is currently working toward her Masters of Science in Genealogical, Heraldic, and Paleographic Studies from the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, Scotland. Shannon lectures and writes on a variety of topics from methodology to genetic genealogy both nationally and internationally and her book "Genealogy Basics in 30 Minutes" won the IBPA Benjamin Franklin Silver Award in 2017. Her next book, "The DNA Guide for Adoptees," will be released May 30th. Shannon is as a columnist for the Federation of Genealogical Societies magazine Forum and the Southeast Regional Director for the International Society of Family History Writers and Editors
