Tell us about your reader
Name, appearance, reading level, favorite themes, and any details that matter.
Personalized books for beginning readers
Get early readers excited about books.
Personalized learn-to-read books your child will actually want to read — made with their name, their look, and the things they love.
- Loved by families
- Free US shipping
- Love-it guarantee
Big text. Simple words. Their favorite thing.
- Family-run in Minnesota
- Original stories & art
- Built for confidence first
- Privacy-first with kids' details
More than a name on the cover
About them. For them. At their reading level.
Most personalized books just swap in your child's name. We build the whole story around what they love — their best friend, their dog, their soccer jersey number, the things only they care about — and write it at the level they're ready for.
How it works
Three simple steps
We write a story they'll love
The words stay simple. The pictures carry the magic.
They read a book made for them
A confidence-building book they will want to read again and again.
Book options
Choose the format that works for your family
Digital PDF
$19
Printable PDF for home reading and practice. Fastest delivery.
- Fully personalized story & art
- Written at your child's reading level
- Emailed within 5 business days
Most popular
Paperback Set of 3
$89
$29.67 per book
Three personalized stories with repeated words and familiar themes.
- 3 fully personalized paperbacks
- Themes & reading level build together
- Thick matte paper, full-color art
- Free US shipping
Best value
Hardcover Set of 3
$129
$43 per book
The keepsake gift — perfect for grandparents & birthdays
A polished keepsake gift version for families and grandparents.
- 3 fully personalized hardcovers
- Sewn binding, heavier stock — built to last
- Gift-ready with a dedication page
- Free US shipping
Just want to try one book? Single paperback — $34
Monthly Book Club
A new personalized book every month.
Each month, your child gets a brand-new paperback book starring themselves — new themes, new adventures, same simple words that build confidence.
- 1 new personalized paperback per month
- Themes refresh — reading level grows with them
- Free shipping in the US
- Pause or cancel any time
Reading level approach
Built for confidence first
Pick the level that matches your reader — or pick easier. Confidence comes before challenge.
Level 1
Brand-new reader
“Sam can run.”
One short sentence per page. Big text. Lots of repetition.
Level 2
Very early reader
“Sam runs to the ball.”
Simple action words. Predictable patterns. Confidence-building.
Level 3
Growing reader
“Sam sees the big red ball.”
More story progression. More descriptive words. Still decodable.
Level 4
Confident early reader
“Sam kicks the ball down the hill and laughs.”
Short paragraphs. Wider vocabulary. More expressive story.
Peek inside
Real pages from real books.
Big text. Simple words. A hero they recognize as themselves.
Create my book
Takes about 3 minutes · Preview before it ships · Love-it guarantee
Loved by families
The moment it clicks
Early notes from the families who've read our books.
She loves it. They're amazing. Thank you!!!
Not in love with your book? We'll make it right.
Every book is custom-made, so if something's off — a name spelled wrong, a theme that didn't land, art that doesn't feel right — just reply to your order email. We'll redo it for free or refund you. We want kids excited about reading, not stuck with a book that doesn't feel right.
FAQ
Common questions
Can I include a favorite sport, pet, or stuffed animal?
Yes. Favorite activities, pets, stuffed animals, family members, colors, and numbers are exactly what make the book exciting.
What makes this different from other personalized books?
Most personalized books just insert your child's name into a generic story. We build the whole story around what your child actually loves — their dog, their grandpa, their soccer jersey number — and write it at the reading level they're ready for. Big text, simple words, a hero they recognize as themselves.
What's the print quality?
Our paperbacks are professionally printed on thick matte paper with full-color illustrations. Hardcover sets use heavier stock and a sewn binding so they'll survive lots of re-reads.
Can you use licensed characters?
No. We avoid trademarked characters, logos, and copyrighted worlds. We can create an original story inspired by a child's interests.
How does the monthly book club work?
Each month we ship a new personalized paperback book featuring your child. You're billed monthly and can pause or cancel any time from your receipt email.
What if I don't know the reading level?
When in doubt, choose the easier level. Confidence matters most for a brand-new reader.
How long until I get my book?
Most one-time paperback and hardcover orders ship within 7-10 business days. Digital PDFs are emailed within 5 business days.
What if we don't love it?
Tell us what to fix and we'll redo the book for free, or refund you. We want kids excited about reading — not stuck with a book that doesn't feel right.