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Circa 1988 when Alan started his research on the Book of Mormon

Alan C. Miner, author and researcher.

Alan C. Miner is a retired Doctor of Medical Dentistry. Beyond his extensive gospel study, he has been involved in researching the cultural aspects of the Book of Mormon for decades.

He has published numerous volumes regarding these details. He has published books and articles on the Book of Mormon through Cedar Fort Publishing, Foundation for Ancient Research and Mormon Studies, Book of Mormon Archaeological Foundation, Meridian Magazine, Ancient America Foundation, Book of Mormon Archaeological Forum, and Book of Mormon Central. He considers A Covenant Record of Christ’s People to be a culmination of a lifetime of learning and gained perspectives.

Thank you for your interest!

Daniel Tyrell, website contributor

“I distinctly remember one day pulling my old large blue seminary scripture chase  Book of Mormon from its place on my bookshelf, and holding is close as the desire came of wanting to really get to know the book. My thought then was that creating a computer platform for its study would be a perfect way to really absorb its message, That exact opportunity eventually came about working through the volumes of commentary for the Step by Step through The Book of Mormon website. For this opportunity I am so grateful, seems that one can study if for a lifetime and always learn.
 
The significance of The Book of Mormon in our life is shared by many scholars, an example as Gerald Lund writes: Lehi’s great blessing to his son Jacob is so full of doctrine and profound meaning on the “fall of man” (2 Nephi 2:4) that virtually every sentence and, in some cases, every word takes on great significance. In this regard, Lehi’s speech, although doctrinal, takes on the added effect of being a literary proof of the Book of Mormon. May you be enriched in your studies.”
It has been like a kid in a candy shop for me learning from the Book of Mormon.

Sara Riley, website contributor

Sara Riley has a B.A. in Ancient Near Eastern Studies from Brigham Young University, and a Masters in Library and Information Science from the University of Maryland. Since then she has worked at the Utah State Archives, the Smithsonian, and the National Archives. She is currently the Digital Imaging Lab Manager at the Brigham Young University Library.

Her journey of loving the Book of Mormon began at a young age bedridden from illness and turning to the scriptures. When Sara is not spending time with her husband and two children, she can be found reading, hiking, and playing the piano. She is passionate about using technology to stimulate and deepen gospel learning.

Sara firmly believes anyone can become a scriptorian and find many new delights and discoveries from the Book of Mormon. She hopes this website will help you in your studies!