A Story Made Just for Them
Personalized hardcover picture books
where your child is the illustrated hero,
built around the character traits
that shape who they become.
Based in leading child-development research
A person approves every page
Your child's photo deleted within 30 days
Quality guaranteed · free shipping · 10–14 days
How it works
One Photo. They become the hero.
Your child illustrated into stories that shape who they become.
Your photo
Their story
Meet Leo in “The Big Mad Cloud,” where he sees himself learning to regulate his emotions.
The books
Choose their story
Each story personalized to your child, grounded in developmental research — getting them ready for the journey ahead.
From Stories With Me families
“Elliott was super excited when we gave him the book. His eyes lit up when he recognized himself on the cover. That alone made it a worthwhile purchase, but what mattered even more was how seeing himself in the story helped him absorb the message so much faster, simply because he was that invested.”
Trevor, father of two, New Hampshire
“My wife can’t get over how cute he looks in this book. It made her day. Julian took his book to school to show off for a week straight.”
Kelsey, Julian’s dad
“I’ve seen these customized books before, and the kid never quite looks like your kid. This one did. Hazel spotted herself straight away. She kept pointing at her hair.”
Dan, Hazel’s dad
After the book arrives
The story keeps going in the companion app
Every book unlocks gentle weekly moments to notice and practice together, matched to the story and your child's stage. No quizzes, no grades — just small, real things, like the first time they name a feeling out loud.
The Compass tracks all seven character traits as their library grows. Included with every order — and it's for you, not more screen time for them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does personalization work?
You upload a photo of your child at checkout. We create a watercolor illustration that looks like them and place them as the hero on every page.
What age is this for?
Designed for children aged 3–8, though the stories resonate with younger and older children too.
How long does delivery take?
10-14 days after your photo is approved. You'll receive a tracking number when it ships.
What if my photo isn't suitable?
Best photos are well-lit, forward-facing, and recent.
Can I add a personal dedication?
Yes. At checkout you can write your own message up to 120 characters, or we'll include a heartfelt default dedication.
Can I order as a gift?
Absolutely. Enter the recipient's address at checkout. No pricing is included in the package.
What's your quality guarantee?
If you're not happy for any reason, email hello@storieswithme.com and we'll make it right.
What happens to my child's photo?
Your child's photo is used only to create their illustration. It is never sold, never used to train AI, and shared only with the service providers who create and print your book. Once your order is fulfilled, your photo is permanently deleted from our systems, typically within 30 days of delivery.
The illustration itself is stored as part of your order record so we can reprint if needed, but your original photo is not retained beyond fulfillment. If you'd like it deleted sooner, email us at hello@storieswithme.com and we'll handle it within 48 hours.
Are more stories coming?
Yes. More character-building stories are in the works. Enter your email below to be the first to know.
The Full Journey
Founding Families get every new title first
Every Stories With Me book focuses on a different character trait — empathy, courage, kindness, and more. Each one is personalized to your child's name and likeness, so the hero of every story looks and sounds just like them. Start with one, or build a path that grows alongside them.
Early access to new books and the occasional behind-the-scenes look. No spam.