9 steps from photo to printed book
How it works
From uploading a photo to holding a printed book — here's exactly what happens at every step of the journey.
Before Purchase
01
Upload Your Photos
Add up to three photos of the people you want in the story — kids, parents, grandparents, anyone. Our AI detects every face and builds a unique character from each one.
Up to 3 photos
AI face detection
Works with everyday phone photos
01
Upload Your Photos
Add up to three photos of the people you want in the story — kids, parents, grandparents, anyone. Our AI detects every face and builds a unique character from each one.
Up to 3 photos
AI face detection
Works with everyday phone photos
02
Name and Describe Each Character
For every face detected, give them a name, age, and role. Choose who the main characters are — the story will revolve around them. You can add up to four characters in total.
Up to 4 characters
Names, ages, roles
Mark main vs. supporting cast
03
Write Your Prompt, Pick Your Style
Describe the adventure you want — a few sentences is all it takes. Set the reading level to match your child's age, then choose from seven hand-crafted art styles. Not sure what to write? Hit "Surprise Me" and our AI dreams up an idea for you.
Your story prompt or AI-generated
4 reading levels
7 art styles to choose from
03
Write Your Prompt, Pick Your Style
Describe the adventure you want — a few sentences is all it takes. Set the reading level to match your child's age, then choose from seven hand-crafted art styles. Not sure what to write? Hit "Surprise Me" and our AI dreams up an idea for you.
Your story prompt or AI-generated
4 reading levels
7 art styles to choose from
04
Edit and Approve Your Story
Our AI writes a full 12-page story from your prompt. Read through every page, make any edits you like, then approve it when it feels right. The text locks in before illustrations begin.
12 story pages
Edit any line
Approve when ready
05
Dedication, Scrollwork & Fonts
Add a personal dedication message to the inside front page. Then pick ornamental scrollwork borders and a font pairing that sets the tone — from whimsical to elegant.
Custom dedication message
Ornamental scrollwork borders
Font pairing selector
05
Dedication, Scrollwork & Fonts
Add a personal dedication message to the inside front page. Then pick ornamental scrollwork borders and a font pairing that sets the tone — from whimsical to elegant.
Custom dedication message
Ornamental scrollwork borders
Font pairing selector
06
Preview Your Characters — Then Choose Your Bundle
See the first AI-generated character illustrations based on your photos before you commit. If they look great, choose your format — paperback, hardcover, coloring bundle, or the Keepsake Bundle — and complete your purchase.
Character preview before payment
Choose your format & bundle
Secure checkout
After Purchase
07
Edit and Approve Your Characters
With your purchase confirmed, you can now regenerate any character illustration until it looks just right. Zoom in to check details, regenerate with a single click, and approve each one when you're happy.
20 regenerations included
Regenerate any character
Approve individually or all at once
07
Edit and Approve Your Characters
With your purchase confirmed, you can now regenerate any character illustration until it looks just right. Zoom in to check details, regenerate with a single click, and approve each one when you're happy.
20 regenerations included
Regenerate any character
Approve individually or all at once
08
Edit and Approve Every Page
The AI illustrates your cover and all 12 story pages. Review them in a scrollable gallery, regenerate anything that isn't right, and add custom instructions to guide the next attempt. Every page is yours to approve.
Cover + 12 story pages
Regenerate with custom notes
Full gallery preview
09
Approve for Print — We Handle the Rest
Once every page is approved, we generate your print-ready files and send your book to our print partner. You'll receive tracking info as soon as it ships, and your digital flipbook is available to read immediately.
Print files generated automatically
Instant digital flipbook access
Delivered to your door in 7–10 business days
09
Approve for Print — We Handle the Rest
Once every page is approved, we generate your print-ready files and send your book to our print partner. You'll receive tracking info as soon as it ships, and your digital flipbook is available to read immediately.
Print files generated automatically
Instant digital flipbook access
Delivered to your door in 7–10 business days
At a glance
Upload Your Photos
Photos
Name and Describe Each Character
Characters
Write Your Prompt, Pick Your Style
Story & Style
Edit and Approve Your Story
Story Text
Dedication, Scrollwork & Fonts
Personalise
Preview Your Characters — Then Choose Your Bundle
Preview & Purchase
Edit and Approve Your Characters
Refine Characters· after purchase
Edit and Approve Every Page
Illustrations· after purchase
Approve for Print — We Handle the Rest
Print· after purchase
Ready to start your story?
Most families finish setup in about 15 minutes. Your book ships in days.
No subscription · Ships to your door