Sunny Jane Morton: How Does Writing Fit Into Your Career?
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24-Sep-2026
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Eastern
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Eastern
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Event Description
Writing for publication can be a powerful and rewarding part of a genealogist’s career at any stage. This webinar explores how writing supports professional goals, from building your brand and gaining experience to generating income and sharing expertise. Learn about different publishing opportunities, where to submit your work, and how writing can strengthen your professional presence. While many outlets offer limited pay, published work can serve as a valuable platform for expanding your career, increasing visibility, and establishing credibility. Whether you’re just starting or looking to grow, this session offers practical guidance on making writing a meaningful part of your path.
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About the Presenter
Sunny Jane Morton is Editor of the National Genealogical Society’s NGS Magazine and author of the new guide, Searching for Sisters: A Guide to Researching Catholic Nuns in the United States. She is past editor of Ohio Genealogy News and co-author of How to Find Your Family History in U.S. Church Records; for both roles, she received NGS awards. She is a Contributing Editor of Family Tree Magazine and past content contributor at the FamilySearch, Your DNA Guide, and Genealogy Gems websites. She is a career writer, editor, and researcher whose experience dates back to time as a History and Humanities undergraduate student, when she was the religion section editor for an off-campus student newspaper and delivered her first paper at an academic conference.
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