
Your family story is one of a kind, filled with wisdom, memories, and values that deserve to be preserved. That heritage that should be treasured and passed down. Our Story Starters use conversation prompts and questions to create links to your family memories. Use them to encourage your loved ones to share memorable stories or momentous experiences that will inspire future generations.

Your family is a story worth telling. Capture the moments, lessons, and values that define your family in a beautifully crafted book, designed to preserve your legacy and inspire your loved ones for generations to come.

Your family memories are priceless. Let us help you turn them into a timeless, beautifully written book that becomes a cherished heirloom, preserving your family stories and values for future generations to treasure and pass down with pride.

Every milestone and memory your family created is a chapter in your unique story. Let us professionally document your family’s most meaningful moments in a beautifully crafted book, ensuring that your legacy is preserved with the care and detail it deserves.
We'll talk about how a Family Storybook will preserve your legacy and the process of getting it finished. We'll also discuss a timeline with a goal of having the project finished before Christmas.
I’ll interview your family's 'memory keepers' for about 1-2 hours, using thoughtful Story Starter prompts that bring those memories to life.
Preserve Your Memories
We'll transform those memories into your storybook. Imagine how you and your family will feel when you are holding your treasured keepsake in your hands.

'Tap into memories ... and experiences'
Steve's enthusiasm, positivity, and understanding of people enable him to easily connect with others and help them to tap into their memories and experiences and craft this information in writing. He offers storybooks so you can preserve your family history for generations to come ... before it’s too late.
- Patty Edward Shaver


'Steve is one person I would trust without reservation'
Whether as a reporter, an editor, a motivational speaker or a preserver of family history and stories, Steve is one person I would trust without reservation. My trust comes from not only working with him in the newsroom, but from my own experience researching and saving a family legacy. Steve understands the importance of accuracy and integrity.
- Suzy Barile


'I can't imagine a better writer to work with'
I worked with Steve when he was a reporter for several weekly newspapers. His work was notable. The genuine connection he elicited with the people he interviewed distinguished his work. Steve’s curiosity and compassion provided the insight essential to telling each person’s unique story. I can’t imagine a better writer to work with in discovering and preserving your personal journey.
- Melissa Jackson Brister


With more than 30 years as a journalist and storyteller, I’ve spent my career capturing the stories that matter most.
Now, I help families like yours preserve the stories of the people who built them, before those stories fade away.
I believe every family deserves a keepsake that connects generations and reminds us where we came from.

Crafting a captivating and lasting legacy for your family transcends mere questions. It's an art that Award-Winning Writer Steve DeVane has mastered. Beyond simply providing the right questions, Steve understands the nuanced essence of storytelling. After conducting thousands of interviews, he knows that the way you ask a question is as crucial as the question itself. On this exclusive consultation call, Steve shares not just his extensive experience but also his invaluable expertise in unlocking the hidden depths of your family's history and memories. Join him in unraveling the art of asking questions, ensuring that the heart of your family's story is not just told but felt for generations to come.
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