How it works

From a few answers
to a book they\'ll love forever

Four simple steps. About 10 minutes of your time. Then we take over completely.

01
Answer questions about who they are

Tell us about your child

The questionnaire asks about your child's name, age, personality, favourite things, and what makes them uniquely themselves. The more you tell us, the more the story feels written just for them.

Choose your story tier (Dreamer, Explorer, or Legend)
Answer 8–17 tailored questions depending on tier
Upload an optional photo for illustration reference
Select your book's language
02
AI crafts a completely original story

We write and illustrate

Using your answers, our AI writes a fully original story — not a template with your child's name inserted, but a real narrative built around them. Then we generate custom illustrations for every page.

Unique story written from scratch (never templated)
One full-colour illustration per page
Story reviewed for quality, banned phrases removed
Usually ready to preview within a few minutes
03
Read every word before we print anything

Review and approve

You get to read the full story and view every illustration before we commit to printing. If anything isn't right, request a revision and we'll rewrite it. Up to 3 revisions included.

Read the complete story in your browser
View all illustrations at full resolution
Request changes — up to 3 revision rounds
Approve when you're completely happy
04
A real book arrives at your door

Print and deliver

Once approved, digital orders are available for download immediately. Print orders go to our global print network — professionally produced and shipped directly to you or your gift recipient.

Digital: Instant PDF download after approval
Printed in 3–5 business days, then shipped
Standard shipping: 5–10 business days transit
Express options available · Ships to 60+ countries
Audiobook: Add narration in your voice or a template voice (+$10)
Our promise

Quality at every step

Unique illustrations

Every illustration is generated specifically for your order — same character, consistent style, page after page.

Real narrative

Not a fill-in-the-blank template. A complete, structured story with a beginning, conflict, and resolution.

3 revisions included

If something isn't right, we fix it. Up to 3 rounds of revisions before you approve.

Professional printing

80# coated paper, case-bound hardcovers, matte laminate covers. Books built to last a lifetime.

Ships worldwide

We partner with a global print network to ship to 60+ countries. Standard delivery typically 2–3 weeks; express options available.

Approve before print

You see the complete book — every word and illustration — before we print a single page.

Add-on

Hear their story in your voice

Add audiobook narration to any tier for $10. Record a short voice sample — we narrate every page in your voice. Or choose from template voices in 29 languages.

Learn more about pricing →
Timeline

How long does it take?

The whole process — from your first answer to holding the book — typically takes 2–3 weeks for print orders.

~10 minutes
Complete the questionnaire
~5 minutes
Story and illustrations generated
Your pace
Review and approve (up to 3 revisions)
Instant
Digital PDF available for download
+$10 add-on
Audiobook narrated in your voice (MP3 download)
3–5 days
Book printed and enters shipping
5–10 days
Standard delivery (express options available)

Ready to start their story?

Takes about 10 minutes. You review and approve before we print anything.

How It Works · StoryKid