How well do you really know the older people in your family? And how will you make sure their stories will be preserved for generations to come? Homemade Biography is a fun and practical guide to recording a relative's story so it will never be forgotten. New York Times bestselling author Tom Zoellner, who wrote his own grandmother's biography, draws on years of interviewing and writing experience to provide:

- More than 300 questions designed to provoke vivid responses Case studies of successful family biographies

- A revolutionary technique for writing with grace and energy

- Ways of finding a connective theme buried in a jumble of facts

- Strategies for dealing with sensitive topics

- Professional methods of editing for quality and accuracy

- Tips for making your relative's story a part of the permanent historical record

Most of us think about bringing a tape recorder or a notebook to a visit with an older relative, but few actually do it. This clear-eyed manual gives you all the expertise you'll need to finish what could be one of the most fulfilling conversations you'll ever have.