A personalized Christmas book for your child

A holiday story with your child in the lead role and your family traditions in the plot. Printed as a keepsake for under the tree, or ready at once as a PDF.

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Money back until you approve the print One payment, no subscription
A half-unwrapped hardcover children's book titled Emil's Christmas Wonder on a rug in front of a lit Christmas tree and wrapped presents.

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.

Your Christmas, not a generic one

Stockings by the fire, cookies for Santa, the cabin at Grandma’s. Tell us what your holiday looks like.

Made to be unwrapped

A hardcover made for them, with a dedication from you inside.

A PDF if time runs out

The digital version is ready to download as soon as the book is finished, with no shipping involved.

The whole family

Add siblings, grandparents and pets, up to five characters in all.

How it works

From first detail to finished book

The theme is already set to Christmas when you start. Add your characters and any traditions you want in the story.

  1. 1Add your child and anyone else who belongs in the story.
  2. 2Mention your traditions, or let us suggest a Christmas plot.
  3. 3See your characters in a free preview image, with no payment details.
  4. 4Order, review the book and approve the print with time to spare.

When to order for Christmas

A printed book is made only after you approve the print, so the delivery time starts at that moment and not when you place the order. The estimate for your country is listed under "At a glance" on this page. Treat it as an estimate rather than a promise: carriers get busy in December, and we cannot guarantee delivery by a particular date.

So allow generous extra time and give yourself a few days to read through the book before approving it. If it gets tight, the PDF is ready as soon as the book is finished, and what you paid for it is credited in full if you order a print later.

Ideas for a Christmas story

The best details are the ones only your family would recognize. Maybe your child helps Santa solve a problem with the sleigh, follows reindeer tracks across the backyard, or sets out to find the perfect present for a little brother.

If your family marks the season differently, say so in your own words; the story follows what you write. And if you would rather choose from a theme than make something up, you can do that too.

A gift for someone else’s child

You can also order for a child you do not live with, as a grandparent, aunt or godparent. You will need a photo or a short description and a few details from the parents, so it is worth asking early. Add yourself as a character if you would like to be in the story, and write your message in the dedication.

You can also order extra copies of the same book, for instance one for each household.

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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Verified customer·

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
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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
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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
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Frequently asked questions

Will it arrive before Christmas?

We cannot guarantee a delivery date. Printed books usually arrive within the estimate shown on this page, counted from your print approval, and December shipping can take longer. Order early, and use the PDF if time runs short.

Do I have to make up the story myself?

No. Pick the Christmas theme and we suggest a plot. You can add your own ideas or change any text before printing.

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.

Start their Christmas story

See your free preview image today and order when you are ready. Leave time for printing and shipping.

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