Before you were anyone's dad
In the summer of 1978 you drove a red truck with no radio, so you sang. Grandma says the whole county could hear you coming.
A book of their own
Their real story, beautifully told.
An illustrated hardcover about someone you love, written from your memories and drawn from their photo. No two are alike.
Start their bookSee the first pages free
Other personalized books swap in a name. Ours tells their real story.
From a sample book
The Story of Dad
The day you let go
You promised you wouldn't let go of the seat. You let go at the Hendersons' fence. I made it all the way to the corner before I noticed.
Every morning since
Coffee, the crossword, Biscuit asleep on your feet. My drawing is still on the fridge. You say you never got around to taking it down.
How it works
1
Tell us about them
Add a photo and a few memories. It takes about three minutes, and you can talk instead of type.
2
See it come to life
We write their story and draw them into it. Read the first pages free before you decide.
3
Give them their book
Get the digital book right away, and add a hardcover to wrap and keep.
Who is it for?
Choose their book
Best for gifting
Hardcover and digital
$108
A hardcover printed in full color, plus the digital book to share right away.
Shipping from $6.99, US only
Instant
Digital book
$39
The whole illustrated book online, with pages that turn. Easy to send to the whole family.
Questions
How is this different from other personalized books?
Most personalized books are one fixed story with a name swapped in. Yours is written from your memories, so it could only ever be about them.
What if I can't remember much?
A few small details are enough. We ask simple questions with examples to jog your memory, and you can add more after you order.
Can I change things before it prints?
Yes. You read and approve every page first, and you can add memories and photos or edit the words.
How long does the hardcover take?
Standard shipping takes about 3 weeks in the US, and Rush takes 2 to 3. Your digital book is ready right away, so you always have something to give on the day.
Are the illustrations made with AI?
Yes. AI helps us draw them in our classic picture-book style from your photo, and the story comes from your real memories.
What if it isn't right?
Tell us and we'll fix it. If we can't, we'll refund you.
