Stephen Szabados

Biography

Stephen Szabados is a lecturer and author who has given numerous programs to genealogy groups and libraries. He is the author of ten genealogy books and is also a contributing editor for the Polish American Journal. He is a member of Polish Genealogical Society of America, Northwest Suburban Genealogy Society Illinois Genealogy Society and a genealogy volunteer at his local library.

Steve has been researching his ancestors since 2000 and has traced ancestors back to the 1600s in New England and the 1730’s in Poland, Germany, Bohemia, Hungary, Slovakia and Slovenia. He has given numerous presentations to genealogical groups and libraries. As a genealogy volunteer at the Arlington Heights Library, he helps individuals with their research and he wants to share his passion for Family History.

Where to find Stephen Szabados online

Books

Polish Genealogy: Finding the Polish Records
Price: $11.99 USD. Words: 46,810. Language: English. Published: July 23, 2022 . Categories: Nonfiction » History » Genealogy
The book has many sources that will add to your family history and identify where to find your Polish records. Traditional sources are covered but also discuss many new and exciting sources for Polish records, The book includes many sample documents useful for both the beginner and the veteran genealogist. The information in this book covers the most up-to-date resources for Polish genealogy.
Irish Immigration to America
Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 47,710. Language: English. Published: June 23, 2021 . Categories: Nonfiction » History » Family history, Nonfiction » History » Genealogy
This is a fantastic resource and a must-have when writing your Irish family history. When did your Irish ancestors immigrate, where did they leave, why did they leave, how did they get here? Irish immigration had many factors, and the Great Potato Famine only magnified the main causes. The author hopes you find the answer to some of these questions.
German Immigration to America
Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 46,150. Language: English. Published: June 23, 2021 . Categories: Nonfiction » History » Family history, Nonfiction » History » Genealogy
If you are researching your German family history, this book is a must-read. The book should help you answer the questions, why did our German ancestors immigrate; when did they leave; how did they get here; where did they settle? The material should give you vital insights into your ancestors' immigration. Remember that each immigrant has a unique story.
United States Census Records: a Snapshot of the Past
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 7,350. Language: English. Published: August 23, 2020 . Categories: Nonfiction » General reference » Bibliographies & indices, Nonfiction » History » Social history
Census records are a snapshot of your family at the time the census was taken and contain a wealth of information that you can use to see the lives of your family. This book explains the information that the census records lists and how you can use the information in your family histories. The book also points to where these records can be found and also includes some search tips.
Czech and Slovak Immigration to America: When, Where, Why and How
Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 33,730. Language: English. Published: August 4, 2020 . Categories: Nonfiction » History » Genealogy, Nonfiction » Reference » Publishing & books
If you are researching your Czech or Slovak family history, this book is a must-read. It should help you answer the questions, why did our German ancestors immigrate; when did they leave; how did they get here; where did they settle? Remember that each immigrant has a unique story, and it is our challenge to dig out as many details of their immigration saga as we can.
Early U.S. Census Records: Deciphering Two Case Studies
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 5,480. Language: English. Published: June 25, 2020 . Categories: Nonfiction » History » Genealogy
Census records are a snapshot of your family, and finding all of these records is an essential task in researching your family history. This book reviews two case studies that will give you hints on how to decipher the early U.S census, which is challenging to use because they list only the head of the household.
Basic Genealogy: Saving Your Family History
Price: $6.99 USD. Words: 35,320. Language: English. Published: June 25, 2020 . Categories: Nonfiction » History » Genealogy
Find your roots! Start your search now. The author reviews a simple process that will help everyone be successful in their genealogy research. This is a "must have" book for the beginning genealogy researcher.
Memories of Dziadka: Rural Life in the Kingdom of Poland 1880-1912 and Immigration to America
Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 29,500. Language: English. Published: June 25, 2020 . Categories: Nonfiction » History » Genealogy, Nonfiction » History » Social history
This book is about the life of a Polish immigrant from the Russian partition of Poland. This is the story of my grandfather – a very ordinary man. It covers his childhood in Poland, his immigration, and his life in America. He was a typical Polish immigrant, who immigrated to make a better life for himself. Compare his life to your ancestors and use his as clues for understanding your ancestors.
Basic Genealogy and Beyond: Easy Steps to Find Your Family History and Tips to Break Down Brick Walls
Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 47,710. Language: English. Published: June 25, 2020 . Categories: Nonfiction » History » Genealogy
My new book includes the basic material from "Basic Genealogy" and additional new tips. Enjoy information on search tips, organization, an outline of steps to find where your European immigrants left, and the basics of using DNA testing in genealogy
Write Your Family History: Easy Steps to Organize, Save and Share
Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 35,590. Language: English. Published: June 25, 2020 . Categories: Nonfiction » History » Genealogy, Nonfiction » Reference » Publishing & books
Genealogy research should go beyond finding documents and filling in charts. Here is an exciting method that helps you write your family history and bring your ancestors back to life. The method makes your researching efforts easier and combines writing your family history with your research.
DNA and Genealogy Research: Simplified
Price: $6.99 USD. Words: 12,200. Language: English. Published: June 25, 2020 . Categories: Nonfiction » History » Genealogy, Nonfiction » History » Genealogy
Here is my new book that covers my simplified view of using DNA in genealogical research. I tried to stay away from using scientific terms and keep it simple. I know my methods work because I solved a non-marital mystery with no paper trail or oral history. It’s a very short read (84 pages) but should help most of DNA test-takers understand their test results.
Polish Immigration to America: When, Where, Why and How
Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 34,730. Language: English. Published: June 24, 2020 . Categories: Nonfiction » History » European » Europe / Eastern, Nonfiction » History » Genealogy
When did your Polish ancestors immigrate, where did they leave, why did they leave, how did they get here? Steve Szabados is a wonderful resource. He hopes you find the answer to some of these questions in this book. This book discusses the history of Poland and gives some insights to possible answers to the questions about your ancestors' immigration.
Hints For Translating Polish Genealogical Records
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 2,710. Language: English. Published: September 22, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Reference » Foreign languages, Nonfiction » Reference » Personal & Practical Guides
Are you afraid to search for the records of your Polish ancestors because you do not speak Polish? This guide will show you where to find resources that will help you overcome this problem. This quick reference will give you helpful hints to decipher the documents and allow you to find your ancestors.