Generations Genealogy

16/10/2026

The PETs technique gives you a systematic way to research the places, events and themes that shaped your ancestors’ lives.

My new blog post describes how to apply the technique, to help you conduct a broader search and gather more evidence.

https://generationsgenealogy.com.au/pets-technique-family-history/

16/10/2026

12/10/2026

The words we use shape how we approach and think about family history research. Words such as 'brick wall' can create mental obstacles, while a 'research challenge' can motivate us.

08/10/2026

Look up, look down, look all around to find more sources and more evidence to reach stronger conclusions

01/10/2026

Look beyond the usual documentary evidence

30/09/2026

Print versions of my new books are available for order in the UK and US, print on demand. Links are on my website, on the My Books page.

29/09/2026

Use my Tree Health Assessment Tool to test the strength of your conclusions.

26/09/2026

Been to a family history conference lately? Here's my thoughts on the NSW ACT family history conference that was held in Port Macquarie 18-20 September.

24/09/2026

Genealogists are not the usual type of tourists. How many photos do you have of old walls and bits of buildings?

24/09/2026

Not sure whether The Good Genealogist is the right book for you?

It's for genealogists of all levels, from beginners to experienced and those aspiring to be a professional genealogist or already working as one.

I have a lot of free articles on my blog, as well as sample extracts from the book.

Take a look, find topics of interest and then make your decision.