November 2025 Family Tree magazine

This month we’re tackling one of the most rewarding – and sometimes daunting – tasks of all: writing up your family history. Whether you’re planning a blog, a book, or simply sharing your stories with relatives, we’ve got expert guidance to help you capture the past in ways your family will treasure. From traditional writing advice to the latest AI tools, alongside fascinating features on DNA, military research, and more, this issue is packed with inspiration to take your genealogy further.

Why buy this issue?

1. Discover expert tips on writing and publishing your family history
2. Learn how AI can support your research and storytelling
3. Explore the latest developments in DNA testing
4. Gain practical advice for researching 20th-century Army ancestors
5. Enjoy captivating true stories that reveal the human side of history

A sneak peek at the contents of this issue

• Family history news and updates from the genealogy world
• Why researching the whole family can unlock hidden clues - with David Annal
• The moving story of Theodore Oriel and the psychological toll of war - with Julie Johnson
• Twigs, surprises and discoveries in Gill Shaw’s latest ancestor trail
• How to get started with AI while keeping your family’s story authentic - with Carole McCulloch
• What’s new for mtDNA testers in 2024 - with John Cleary
• A complete guide to writing family history for publication - with Wayne Shepheard
• First look at Family Tree Maker 2024 for Mac - with Mandy Geary
• Records of the Crown: uncovering people and places back to 1066 - with Richard Tolson
• Four ways a DNA test can help you progress your research - with Karen Evans
• Practical advice for tracing 20th-century Army ancestors - with Graham Bandy
• Photo Corner with dating advice for your mystery pictures - with Jayne Shrimpton
• Expert Q&A on reader puzzles
• Ancestry Tree Tips: creating a digital family history book
• Diary dates
• &, last but by no means least, expert reflections - with Diane Lindsay