Stories from the Night Sky

Honest guides to naming stars, tips for finding yours with the app, and beginner-friendly astronomy.

8 July 2026 · 16 min read · Editorial

How to Find a Star in the Night Sky: The Complete Guide

Find any star - including one you have named - using its coordinates, a free app, a catalogue number like HIP, a telescope, or a visit to an observatory. A complete, honest, step-by-step guide.

Stars

28 June 2026 · 10 min read · Star Register

How Naming a Star Actually Works: An Honest, Complete Guide (2026)

What you really get when you name a star, how a registry keeps every name unique, whether it is 'official', and how to find your star afterwards - a transparent, research-backed guide.

Stars

14 June 2026 · 8 min read · Star Register

Find Your Star With a Stargazing App: The Complete 2026 Walkthrough

Enter your registration number or catalogue ID, point your phone at the sky, and let augmented reality guide you straight to your star. A step-by-step guide plus the best free apps compared.

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