Bloodlines & Belonging: Why You Need to Do Your Genealogy Paperback – February 4, 2026

The Search for Self — A Step-by-Step Guide to Genealogy, Identity, and BelongingHave you ever wondered who your people are, where they came from, or what was lost along the way?The Search for Self is a deeply personal and practical guide to uncovering your ancestry—especially for those who believe they may have Native American roots. More than just a “how-to” book, this work is a roadmap for reclaiming what was forgotten, silenced, or taken. Whether you're chasing a family story, seeking tribal recognition, or trying to understand a part of yourself that was never named, this book offers clarity, tools, and encouragement.Through a clear 12-step process, detailed examples, and culturally sensitive guidance, you’ll learn how to:Build and organize your family treeUse documents, oral history, and tribal recordsUnderstand enrollment, blood quantum, and Indigenous sovereigntyNavigate identity with honesty and humilityHeal generational disconnection through knowledge and remembranceThe Search for Self speaks to adoptees, descendants of boarding school survivors, and those raised outside of their culture. It's for researchers, relatives, and record-keepers—anyone ready to face the past in order to walk forward with truth.This is more than genealogy. This is your legacy. This is your beginning. Read more