Up to five characters
Mix children, adults and pets, all in the same story.
A personalized family book with everyone in it
Put up to five characters in one story: your child, grandparents, a best friend, the dog. Each one looks like themselves and goes by their own name.
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.
Your kind of family
Two moms, a stepdad, grandparents who live with you, a friend who is family. You decide who counts.
Same look on every page
We create a reference for each character, so they stay recognizable throughout the book.
Family details included
Grandpa's workshop, the holiday cabin, the way the dog steals socks. Tell us and it can go in.
How it works
From first detail to finished book
Add one person at a time. A photo or a short description is enough for each.
- 1Add each character with a name, a role and a photo or description.
- 2Tell us about a place, a memory or a plot idea, or choose a theme.
- 3See your characters in a free preview image, with no payment details.
- 4Order, read it with the family in mind, then approve the print.
Why more than one character changes the book
A story with one hero is about that child. A story with their family in it is about the relationships around them: who they go exploring with, who comforts them, who makes them laugh. That gives the story more to draw on.
It also makes the book a good gift from relatives who live far away, because they get to be in it. A grandparent can read the story over a video call and point to themselves on the page.
Who to include, and how
Five characters is the limit, and it is usually enough: too many people on a small page leaves less room for each of them. If your family is larger, pick the people the story is about and mention the others in the text or the dedication.
Pets count as characters too. For each one, give a name and a line about what makes them them. "Always hungry" or "afraid of the vacuum cleaner" gives the story more to work with than a list of adjectives.
Friends and siblings work the same way
You are not limited to relatives. Best friends and classmates can be characters too, which suits a book for two kids who are inseparable. If it is mainly about brothers and sisters, have a look at the sibling book.
As with every book, you read the finished story before printing and can change any text, including who says what.
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!
Translated from German
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.
Translated from German
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
How many people can be in the book?
Up to five characters per book, counting children, adults and pets.
Do I need a photo of everyone?
No. Each character can come from a photo or from a written description, and you can mix the two in one book.
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.
Put the whole family in one story
Add your characters and see them together in a free preview image.
Add your family and friends