If you're lucky in your search, Ancestry Library Edition can provide you with a wealth of information. Joanne Stanbridge shares some strategies to keep track of the facts as you go.

If you haven't played with Ancestry before (or even if you have!) you might like to start by fishing for ancestors. KFPL's Local History & Genealogy Librarian shows you how.

Just like you, our staff have a variety of likes and interests, so if you're stuck looking for your next book, you can ask us. Browse through our staff profiles and when you find a staff member with interests that match what you're looking for, you can request some recommendations. We'll email you with a personalized suggestion list.