Unlocking Your Family History:Genealogy for Beginners
Discover your family's American story — and preserve it for generations to come.
You know the names. But who were these people, really? Where did they come from, and what did they sacrifice to give you the life you have today? This book is your complete, step-by-step guide to US genealogy research—written for anyone who wants to trace their American ancestors but doesn’t know where to start.
A Data-First Approach to Genealogy
Tracing your lineage requires more than just curiosity—it requires structural integrity and a commitment to evidence-based truth. In this comprehensive guide, Sharyn Bowman Greberman, Sc.D., applies the rigor of scientific research to the art of genealogy.
- Bridge the Gap: Turn raw data into evocative storytelling.
- Systematic Research: A standard for lineage tracing.
- The Architecture of Insight: Transform names and dates into a polished legacy.
Whether you’re brand new to research or you’ve hit a "brick wall," this book gives you the methodology, the tools, and the confidence to uncover the stories your ancestors left behind.
Our Mission
About the Founder
Sharyn Bowman Greberman, Sc.D.
Founder & CEO, SBG Innovative Enterprises, LLC
The Architecture of Insight: Where Rigor Meets Artistry
Sharyn operates at the rare intersection of science, professional artistry, and executive leadership. As the founder of SBG Innovative Enterprises, LLC (SBGIE), she applies a lifetime of diverse expertise to digital publishing—transforming complex ideas into polished, impactful works of art.
The Scientific Foundation. With a Doctor of Science (Sc.D.) and a Master’s degree from The Johns Hopkins University School of Public Health, Sharyn’s career began in the rigorous world of high-level research. Her publications in professional scientific literature instilled in her a "data-first" approach to research. A commitment to accuracy, structural integrity, and the pursuit of evidence-based truth.
The Artist’s Vision. Parallel to her scientific achievements, Sharyn is a professional artist. From the delicate precision of glass art and jewelry design to the evocative storytelling of photography, her work is defined by a mastery of form and aesthetic harmony. This "artist’s eye" ensures that every SBGIE publication is not only intellectually sound but visually and emotionally resonant.
Innovative Leadership. Sharyn’s leadership extends beyond the studio and the lab. Having served three years as the National President of the National League of American Pen Women, Inc. (NLAPW), she has spearheaded the professional growth of women artists, writers, and composers nationwide. This experience as an executive and a mentor drives her mission at SBGIE: to build an enterprise that empowers voices through innovation and disciplined creative strategy.
The Mission of SBGIE. Today, through SBG Innovative Enterprises, Sharyn is dedicated to bridging the gap between "the what" (science) and "the how" (art). By leveraging her unique background, she is engineering a new standard for digital publishing—one in which quality is measured by both analytical depth and creative brilliance.
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