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Dave speaking: I've got this [login to view URL] tree. And want to publish it, Amazon KDP, for me and some family members. I'm not looking for deep embellishment, simply capturing what's there, as spotty as the tree is. I've published a few things with KDP. I suspect I COULD do this with Family Tree Maker, but I'm not interested in learning it, messing with it. Does this seem like something you're interested in doing? >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> I have assembled an extensive family archive on [login to view URL]—complete trees, attached historical records, and a library of photographs. I want all of that material turned into a polished manuscript that I can upload directly to Amazon’s Kindle Direct Publishing platform. Please log in with the guest credentials I will supply, export everything that sits under each branch of the tree, and reorganize the narrative branch-by-branch so every surname line reads as its own mini-chapter. Within each branch, facts should flow naturally—birth, marriage, migration, notable events—always cited back to the original record link. Photographs need to be placed near the relevant story sections. Because Amazon’s trim sizes, bleed allowances and image-resolution rules can be tricky, the final file must meet KDP specifications (either a ready-to-upload PDF or a fully formatted DOCX). I will also need the native working files you use—InDesign, Affinity Publisher, or similar—so I can make small edits later. Deliverables • Fully formatted KDP-ready interior file, organized by family branches • High-resolution cover (front, spine, back) matching the interior trim size • Source files with embedded images and style sheets • Citations list or bibliography pointing back to every Ancestry record used Acceptance Criteria • Passes KDP’s pre-flight check with no warnings • All images minimum 300 dpi and correctly compressed • Consistent heading hierarchy, page numbering, and family-branch colour coding • Proofreading pass completed—no obvious typos or formatting glitches Once I approve a brief sample chapter you create first, you can move on to the full book.
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Hello, Your family archive can be turned into a clear, polished genealogy book without overcomplicating the existing research. I can organize each surname branch into its own chapter, connect the historical records and photographs to the relevant family stories and preserve the information exactly as documented. I have 10+ years of experience in book formatting, editing and KDP publishing and can prepare a KDP-ready PDF with a matching full cover, consistent headings, page numbers, branch colour coding and properly prepared images. I’ll also maintain the source files and citations for future edits. I suggest starting with the approved sample chapter so you can confirm the structure and presentation before I format the complete book. I’d be glad to turn your Ancestry archive into a family book you can share and preserve. Regards, James A.
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Hi Dave, Yes, this is something I’d be interested in handling. I can take the material from your Ancestry tree and turn it into a clean, branch-by-branch family history book without over-embellishing what’s there. I’ll organize each surname line into its own section, place photos near the relevant people/events, and keep citations tied back to the source records. I can also format the interior to KDP requirements, prepare the full wraparound cover, and deliver editable source files so you can make minor changes later. I’d suggest starting with one sample family branch first so you can confirm the structure, tone, and layout before I format the full archive. The goal would be a straightforward, polished family record that passes KDP preflight cleanly and stays easy for you to maintain. Best, Mina
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