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Prime Sale Extended ~ Save 40% on Courses at Research Write Connect

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Good news! If you missed snagging your discount on genealogy and writing courses at Research, Write, Connect the sale has been extended!



Now through Monday 22 July 2019 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time, you can still save on many great courses.  Click here to register and save with coupon code JULY40.

Limited Time Only!

Save 40% on ALL COURSES.. . use promo code JULY40 at checkout to claim your 40% savings!

  • The ABCs of DNA, regularly priced at $87.00 USD, now just $52.20 USD – click HERE to shop!
Sale valid through Monday, July 22, 2019.

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A Prime 24 Hour Sale – Save 40% on Genealogy and Writing Courses at Research, Write, Connect

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Why Summer is the “Prime Time” to Dive Deeper into Your Family History

Are you looking for that “perfect” time to start exploring your family history and sharing stories about your ancestors? While there never may be a perfect time, summer is a “prime time” to focus on genealogy and writing. After all, the days are longer, and hopefully less hectic, giving you more opportunities to talk with family members and kick back in your favorite chair on your porch, deck, or by the pool with your laptop or tablet.

Why not take advantage of the special summer flash sale at Research, Write, Connect to get a jumpstart on your research and writing? 

24-Hours Only!

Save 40% on ALL COURSES.. . use promo code JULY40 at checkout to claim your 40% savings!

  • The ABCs of DNA, regularly priced at $87.00 USD, now just $52.20 USD – click HERE to shop!
Sale valid through Tuesday, July 16th, 2019.

Click here to learn more.

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Independence Day Flash Sale. Save 40% on Writing and Genealogy Courses

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Special Independence Day Flash Sale! 

Learn how to research and write your family history this summer! 



Now through TUESDAY, 8 July 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time, take 40% off all Write Stuff courses and Writing Coaching Services at Research, Write, Connect. 

Use coupon code CELEBRATE40 at checkout.  

Choose from any of these Writing or Genealogy courses (click on the links to learn more)

The Write Stuff

WRITING COURSES

The Writing Stuff I Telling the Story ($89.40 with coupon)

The Write Stuff II Advancing the Story  ($89.40 with coupon)

The Write Stuff III: Selling the Story  ($101.40 with coupon)

The Write Stuff I for Homeschool  ($89.40 with coupon)

Mastering Scrivener (101) (just $107.40 with discount)



GENEALOGY COURSES

The ABCs of DNA (just $52.20 with discount)

Finding Your Female Ancestors (just $59.40 with discount)

Discovering Genealogy  (just $52.20 with discount)


Use Coupon Code CELEBRATE40 at checkout


Save 40% on all Writing Coaching Services

If you want a more personalized writing instruction experience, you can save 40% on all writing coaching/consultation services through Tuesday, 8 July 2019.  

What you’ll get:

  • I will review up to 25 pages of a current writing project or an extensive outline.
  • I will use my 30 years’ experience as a creative nonfiction writer to provide you with honest, constructive feedback to help find your voice and tell the best story.
  • You get a 30-minute phone or video consultation to explain the feedback and suggestions, what to keep, what to change, and answer questions.

Click here to learn more. Use Coupon Code CELEBRATE40 at checkout



[Thank you for supporting The Accidental Genealogist by purchasing any of the products using the affiliate links above. This does not increase the price you pay for these products, but helps support my income stream for my writing/genealogy business.]

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Save Big on Genealogy and Writing Education: Memorial Day Weekend Sales

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Want to learn about genealogy methodology, DNA, or the latest apps and tools to help with your research workflow without having to deal with the hassle of Memorial Day weekend traffic and travel? 

Why not let the education come to you right on your computer or tablet?

If you have been considering a Legacy Family Tree Webinars Membership, now is the time! [affiliate link]

Legacy Family Tree Webinars



Save 50% on  a 1-year membership through Tuesday, 28 May 2019 with coupon code web50

(valid on first-time memberships only). Click here to get the discount. [affiliate link]

Catch my new webinars in their library for bonus subscribers “Formatting Your Family History Book for  Print” and “Formatting Your Family History Book for ePub and PDF” The 10 Most Useful Databases for Eastern European Research.” 

Plus, you can watch my five-part webinar series on Scrivener!

With the 1-year membership you will have access to all 900+ genealogy classes that you can access anytime!

Click here to learn more!

Last Chance: Save 50% on New Course! Mastering Scrivener

Mastering Scrivener (101)



There are just a few spots left in my brand new course – Mastering Scrivener (101) –  available through my online course site Research, Write, Connect. 

I am offering a SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY PRICE ($89.50) through 31 May 2019 11:59 p.m. Eastern time.

Course is limited to 15 participants, so register early! 

Click here to register today and use Coupon Code LASTCHANCE50 at checkout!

It’s no secret that I am a fan of Scrivener the project management/writing tool by Literature and Latte. I have been using this program since it was first released and have presented workshops on webinars on how to use Scrivener for genealogy/family history writing projects. You can download a free trial or use the following links and coupon code to save 20% off the regular price of $45.

Scrivener for Windows [affiliate link]

Scrivener for Mac [affiliate link]

I have had a number of requests for a longer course on Scrivener, so I created one!

* Here are the basics about the Mastering Scrivener 101 course:

* Learn how to take your writing to the next level with Scrivener!

* Course begins 3 June 2019.  At that time, you will receive one lesson per week via email for six weeks. Access the course 24/7. Work through the materials and assignments at your own pace.

* Bonus Materials: In addition to video tutorials, text instructions and weekly assignments to help you practice what you learn, you will receive a free QuickSheet, templates, Q&A webinars, and more!

* Free Online Community: Interact with your instructor/writing coach and other course participants through a private online community. Ask questions, discuss your writing project, and share tips and Scrivener resources!

Click here to learn more and view the course outline.
             

MEMORIAL DAY SALE – Save 40% on WRITING Courses 


The Write Stuff


Then, take advantage of the MEMORIAL DAY SALE and take 40% off all Write Stuff courses at Research, Write, Connect through TUESDAY, 28 May 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time.

Use coupon code MAY19 at checkout.  (Valid on any course EXCEPT Mastering Scrivener).

Choose from any of these Writing or Genealogy courses (click on the links to learn more)

The Writing Stuff I Telling the Story ($89.40 with coupon)

The Write Stuff II Advancing the Story  ($89.40 with coupon)

The Write Stuff III: Selling the Story  ($101.40 with coupon)

The Write Stuff I for Homeschool  ($89.40 with coupon)



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Write Like a Pro! Special Offer on New Scrivener Course

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Would you like to learn how to take your writing projects to the next level? Are you hoping to start a blog, write a family history, or finally finish that novel? Do you want to learn to master the writing tool so many of the “pros” use?

If you have followed this blog over the years, you know I am a BIG fan of Scrivener–the fabulous writing/project management software by Literature and Latte. 

I have written several books, countless articles, and blog posts with Scrivener. I even use this powerful writing tool to outline and design my online courses.

Perhaps you have attended one of my conference presentations, participated in my online writing courses, or watched my five-part series on Scrivener for Legacy Family Tree Webinars. [affiliate links].

Whenever I talk about how Scrivener has changed my writing life, the one question I always get is “Do you offer a longer course on Scrivener?”



Well, now I can answer “YES!” 

I am pleased to announce my new course, Mastering Scrivener (101) available through Research, Write, Connect, my online course site. 

This six-week master class begins 3 June 2019 and I am offering a special introductory price ($89.50) through 19 May 2019 11:59 Eastern Time with coupon code SCRIV50. 

The course will be limited to 15 participants at this special rate, so register early!

Click here to learn more.

Course Highlights

  • Learn at Your Own Pace: Course begins 3 June 2019 with content “dripped” at weekly intervals.  At that time, you will receive one lesson per week via email for six weeks. Access the course 24/7. Work through the materials and assignments at your own pace. Participants will have access to the materials for one year after the course ends.
  • Bonus Materials: In addition to video tutorials, text instructions and weekly assignments to help you practice what you learn, you will receive a free QuickSheet, templates, Q&A webinars, and more! 
  • Free Online Community: Interact with your instructor/writing coach and other course participants through a private online community. Ask questions, discuss your writing project, and share tips and Scrivener resources!
  • Bite-Sized Lessons: Each week the lessons are broken down into easy-to-follow segments. View the full six-week course outline here.

Jumpstart Your Writing Projects

Through weekly lessons you will master this powerful all-in-one project management tool that can help take you from idea to published writer!

Step-by-step instructions show you how to start your writing project, work through a storyboard, and compile and finished project for print, PDF, ePub and more!

You can download a free trial version of Scrivener here. 

If you would like to purchase the full version of Scrivener for Mac or Scrivener for Windows, you can save 20% at checkout with coupon code LisaAlzo. (Not valid on Scrivener for iOS).

If you desire to be a more productive writer, this course course on Scrivener will help organize your finish your projects!

Limited Seats Available



If you want to take advantage of the special introductory price, register now with coupon code SCRIV50 to reserve your spot today and be ready to start your Scrivener writing journey on June 3, 2019!




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Start with a Conversation ~ End with a Family History!

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Tomorrow as families and friends gather to celebrate Thanksgiving, reminisce about the past, and make new memories, it is a perfect time to sneak in a little family history. 

Image credit: Ancestry.com

If you are looking for a fun and easy way to get the conversation started, download a set of free place cards it calls “10 Questions to Bring the Family Together.”

Ancestry has created a special landing page on its site entitled Thanksgiving Memories: “Capture old memories. Make new ones.”

Make the holiday season even more special with a few fun and easy ideas to bring your family together. They’re a great way to spend valuable time together and a chance to record precious memories new and old.”

Image credit: Ancestry.com

The questions are interesting and “open-ended” so they are designed to engage. For example:

  • What were your favorite songs, books, or movies when you were young? 
  • Why did your parents give you your name?
  • What did you do for fun when you were a child? A teenager?

You get the idea. Once everyone, answers their question, Use the Ancestry App to take pictures and record the stories!

You now have a foundation to start writing a family history. If you want to keep the momentum going, now is the perfect time to take advantage of the discount to sign up for one of the courses offered on my new online course site, Research, Write, Connect.

Save 50% on ALL courses with promo code EARLY50 now through Saturday, 24 November 2018.

All courses are self-paced, meaning, there are no start and end dates. Materials are organized into weekly lessons, and you can begin your course immediately after purchase or whenever it is convenient for your schedule!

Learn from an instructor who is a working writer and published author, and has a proven track record of success with her online courses!

Available Courses

Write Stuff I: Telling the Story, regularly priced at $149.00 USD, now just $74.50 USD – click HERE to start today! Learn the skills to finally go from blank page to shareable personal or family stories.  View a full description here.

Write Stuff II: Advancing the Story, regularly priced at $149.00 USD, now just $74.50 USD – click HERE to start today! Take your family history skills to the next level and finish the story! View a full description here.

Discovering Genealogy, regularly priced at $87.00 USD, now just $43.50 USD – click HERE to start today! Learn the skills you need to start building your family tree and trace your roots! View a full description here.

Write Stuff: Telling the Story – Homeschool Version, regularly priced at $149.00 USD, now just $74.50 USD – click HERE to start today! Designed for students to build writing skills and share stories. View a full description here.

Sale valid through Saturday, November 24, 2018, 11:59 PM Eastern time.

Click HERE to register today and take advantage of this unprecedented offer!

Start sharing those stories NOW!

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