Preserving Heritage Stories is a practical, compassionate guide for anyone who wants to research, write, and preserve their family history in a way that feels meaningful rather than overwhelming.

Drawing on years of experience in family history work, oral history, and collaborative storytelling, R.S. Kellogg walks readers through the process of gathering stories, conducting research, organizing material, and shaping it into a book or record future generations can return to with care.

This book is not about creating a perfect genealogy or a polished memoir at all costs. Instead, it emphasizes clarity, integrity, and emotional resonance — helping readers decide what to include, how to verify stories, and how to write with warmth and honesty.

Preserving Heritage Stories is ideal for family historians, writers, and anyone who wants to safeguard memories before they are lost, whether for private family use or for publication.

The book also includes a special section on family history art and illustration, offering guidance on photographs, visual materials, and design choices that help bring stories to life.