Substacks recommended by Cynthia Boatright Raleigh

Recommended by Cynthia Boatright Raleigh

I research my family history and write about the ancestors I've come to know in the process. Occasionally, I will write about how I found them, too.

Keepsake Chronicles

By J.D. Murgolo

Keepsake Chronicles is a podcast exploring the stories behind the moments, objects, and memories that shape our lives. This Substack serves as a companion space where each episode is expanded upon, with essays, reflections, and the occasional behind-the-s

These stories about the keepsakes we cherish provide illustrations of that item's history and its travel through time.

- Cynthia Boatright Raleigh

Your Family Quest

By Deborah Carl

Your Family Quest contains genealogy narratives, poof arguments, and genealogy tips that won't put you to sleep.

Rees Scott Archive

By Barry Rees

The Rees Scott Archive Substack sharing items from the archives and posts about relevant research. Also contains research for the Selves-One-Name-Study

Badass Women in History with Kerry Chaput

Award-winning author dedicated to badass women in history. Join me!

The Charlotte Pendragon Diaries by Charlotte Pendragon

By Charlotte Pendragon

WELCOME! As a member of The Pendragons, I’ve met and performed magic for audiences worldwide, including famous personalities. I will be writing about my magical journey and talking about those beautiful experiences (and not-so-beautiful) on my podcast.

Kyeburn Diggings One-Place Study

By Jane Chapman

This publication draws on my one-place study research to write about people and events associated with the Kyeburn Diggings in Central Otago, New Zealand. It links to relevant information in my One-Place Study Archive on the weare.xyz platform.

Londonist: Time Machine

A geeky, cheeky, thrice-weekly digest of London's history.

Paul Chiddicks

By The Chiddicks Family Tree

Avid Family History Researcher, Blogger and Writer

The Lost & Found Story Box

By Lori

Uncovering forgotten historical events, untold family narratives, and rediscovered tales of resilience and legacy, this weekly newsletter brings unique, engaging, and historically relevant stories to life—connecting the past to today's world.

Genealogy Matters

By Robin Stewart

Shining a light on the best online genealogy blogs and newsletters. If you're looking for great writing, meaningful content and podcasts that are all about genealogy, family history and memoirs, GenStack brings it all right to your inbox.

Heines Sight

By Lynda Heines

I'm a writer, textile artist, genealogist, iris enthusiast, and proud cat herder. On my Substack, I share my love for genealogy and personal storytelling—hoping to spark inspiration and stir a few memories along the way.

Technological techniques as well as thoughtful genealogy.

- Cynthia Boatright Raleigh

Conversations with Critters

By Heidi Zawelevsky

A newsletter celebrating animal antics

Field Notes

By Antoni Pisani

Field Notes is my writer’s logbook - a collection of memoir, history, and slow travel notes from the landscapes and stories I move through.

Serengenity

By David Shaw

Connecting the dots in history, genealogy, culture, archaeology and historic grave marker conservation.

One Continuous Branch

By Sean Patrick Hill

Discovering who we are through our ancestors and the history they lived.

ancestory

By Lisa

Your family has a story. Your family were makers of history. ancestory is the place where family stories and history meet.

Savanna's Genealogy Rabbit Hole

By Savanna King

A place I write about genealogy related topics (and some other stuff, probably). I mostly focus on south Louisiana, although I also write more general posts :-)

Mightier Acorns

Journeys through Genealogy and Family History

Screenwriting Tricks for Authors

By Alexandra Sokoloff

Write and sell your best book or script - with storytelling tricks from your favorite movies!

Ollie - if Only i

A true-life memoir of privilege, secrets, ambition, danger, self-discovery, self-destruction, and a lifelong journey to find my own voice.

Doc Blase'

Legal investigator, herder of cats.

Dr. Mary Marshall's Collection

By Dr. Mary M. Marshall

Welcome to Dr. Mary Marshall’s Collection, a newsletter discussing the intersection of family history and American history, culture, and politics including general information on basic genealogy.

Mission: Genealogy

By MissionGenealogy News

We're here to help welcome everyone to the warm and generous community of genealogists and family historians on Substack. We are free and platform-independent. Join us!

Rootsquad Roundup

By Kyla Bayang

A Texas librarian rounding up genealogy fun stuff to further your family history research and help you create a storysharing legacy.

Projectkin

By Barbara

As a community, we capture, preserve, and share our stories in every conceivable form. We inspire and encourage one another in posts, events, and conversations.

Projectkin is becoming one of my best resources for new techniques and community.

- Cynthia Boatright Raleigh

Stories With Shell

By Shell Norman @Substack

IDENTITY & PURPOSE. Explore how family stories shape us. Don't be afraid to tackle some skeletons in the closet with me & get ready to overcome those beasts.

Dominus Owen Markham

My weekly journey through my life stories in my autobiographical newsletter. Each edition reveals a unique tale—filled with humour, heart, and hard-earned lessons—that aims to connect and inspire readers from all walks of life.

BJNL's Genealogy

By Jane Chapman

This publication draws on my family history research to share narratives relating to people and events associated with either my, or my husband's, family history. It links to relevant information in my Family History Archives on the weare.xyz platform.

Jim Melvin's Realms of Fantasy

I am a novelist whose main focus is epic and dark fantasy but who also writes a wide range of fiction and nonfiction. Please sign up to receive my free newsletter.

Stories from the Tree

By Kirsi Dahl

Stories about men & women, immigrants & trailblazers, farmers & railroad workers -- the seemingly mundane people in my family tree, but each with a fascinating story. A companion podcast tells about research challenges, successes and tips.

A poignant example of a family's history and the mystery still surrounding the true circumstances.

- Cynthia Boatright Raleigh

Rainey Mitchell’s Gallery

By Rainey Mitchell (L.E.E)

Breathing life into the past and bringing it to the present.

Rebecca Pitre

All things Eggleston

By Rich Eggleston

meandering around the world as I see it

Between the Branches: The Story of Us

By Stephanie Defoor

Join me as I trace our ancestors' footsteps through time, exploring how major historical events shaped their lives—and ours. Subscribe for a genealogical journey that connects the past to the present, one family member at a time.

The Intellectual Investor

By Vitaliy Katsenelson

Value Investing, Life/Philosophy and Classical Music Explained

Your Motley Stories

By MotleyStories

Motley Stories is about our past & present experiences. The world we live in continues to change, and our daily lives will soon become part of history. It's important to preserve our stories for future generations.

Annelie Writes

By Annelie Wendeberg

Professional daydreamer. Award-winning author.

Hookland County Chronicle

Fortnightly Hookland news for all citizens of the county

Genealogy Storytelling

Recommended by Cynthia Boatright Raleigh