Written for this age
Language and plot follow the age you choose, from a first birthday to the tween years.
A personalized birthday book for the birthday child
A story that fits the age they are turning, with their best friends and favorite things in it. A present they can read again long after the party.
4.960 reviews
Money back until you approve the print One payment, no subscription
At a glance
- Price
- PDF $9.99, softcover $32.99, hardcover $37.99. One payment per book, no subscription.
- Delivery
- PDF as soon as the book is finished. A printed copy to the US takes an estimated 5 to 9 days after you approve the print.
- Length
- 32 pages with 15 illustrated spreads per book.
- Personalization
- Name, looks, personality, up to 5 characters, theme, tone and dedication.
- Illustrations
- 13 illustration styles to choose from, from watercolor to anime.
- Who we are
- A small team based in Hamburg, Germany. We ship to Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the UK, and the US.
Friends can join in
Add the best friend, a sibling or the family pet, up to five characters in all.
Your message inside
Write a dedication with the date and a few words from you. It is printed as you wrote it.
Something that stays
Unlike most party gifts, a hardcover goes on the shelf and comes back out at story time.
How it works
From first detail to finished book
The theme is already set to birthday when you start. Tell us who it is for and what they are into this year.
- 1Add the birthday child, their age and what they currently love.
- 2Add friends or family, and pick an illustration style.
- 3See your characters in a free preview image, with no payment details.
- 4Order, review, write your dedication and approve the print.
Matching the story to the age
A book for a two-year-old needs short sentences and a simple, repeating idea. By five, children enjoy a real adventure with a problem to solve. By eight or nine, they can follow a longer plot and may want a mystery or something a little daring. You set the age and we adapt the language and themes.
What they love right now is the best place to start: dinosaurs, soccer, the moon, a certain stuffed rabbit. That snapshot of who they were at this age is part of what makes it a keepsake.
Planning ahead for the date
A printed book is produced after you approve the print, so count the delivery estimate from that point and allow a few extra days. The current estimate for your country is listed under "At a glance" on this page.
Is the party tomorrow? The PDF is ready as soon as the book is finished. You can give it on the day and order the printed copy afterwards, and what you paid for the PDF is credited in full.
A gift from further away
A birthday book also works as a present from grandparents, aunts, uncles and godparents. You can add yourself as a character, which gives a child who does not see you often a story to connect with you. See how family books work.
If you are unsure which details to use, ask the parents for a recent photo and the name of the current favorite toy. That is usually enough.
What parents say
What parents say about their book
4,9 out of 5 stars from 60 reviews
The book turned out so beautifully! The story is simple and really lovely, just right for a two-year-old. Thank you so much for the help. Such friendly contact! I'm sure our granddaughter will be delighted! Thank you!
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I love everything about this book. The animation and the beautiful colors are just perfect. The story is absolutely delightful and we are going to have so much fun reading it aloud.
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The book is written just right for children. I like it very much. The drawings are gorgeous! It's also great that you can still change the text yourself (e.g. add names).
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Formats and prices
Choose your format
You see your preview image for free before you decide.
Digital PDF
$9.99per book
The complete story as a PDF, for reading on a screen or printing at home.
- Ready as soon as the book is finished
- Credited in full if you print later
- 14-day money-back guarantee
Softcover
$32.99per book
plus $4.99 shipping
A flexible matte softcover for everyday reading.
- Thick 170 gsm satin paper
- PDF download included
- Money back until you approve the print
Premium Hardcover
$37.99per book
plus $4.99 shipping
A rigid hardcover made to keep, and the usual choice for a gift.
- Thick 170 gsm satin paper
- PDF download included
- Money back until you approve the print
Frequently asked questions
Can the book mention how old they are turning?
Yes. Add it to your story request or write it into the text yourself. You review every page before printing, and the dedication can carry the date.
Can I give the book as a surprise?
Yes. Everything happens in your account, and the printed copy ships to the address you enter when you approve the print.
What does the free preview image include?
You describe your characters or upload a photo, and we draw them in the illustration style you chose. It costs nothing and needs no payment details, and you only pay if you decide to order the book.
Can I change the book after ordering?
Yes. You read the finished book page by page before anything is printed. Text changes are unlimited, and you can regenerate up to 30 illustrations per book, the cover included. If you get stuck, email us and we will take a look together.
What if I do not like the finished book?
Printed books come with a money-back guarantee until you approve the print: tell us before then and we refund the full price. A digital PDF has a 14-day money-back guarantee.
Make the birthday child the hero
Add a few details and see your free preview image. You decide about the book afterwards.
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