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A Personalized Birthday Book for Kids

Make the birthday child the hero of their own illustrated story. It is a gift nobody else can give, because the book is made from their photos.

A personalized storybook created from a family photo
  • Up to 5 people + 1 pet
  • Edit text and images on every page
  • Preview the whole book before checkout

How it works

  1. 1

    Choose the photos

    Pick clear, well-lit photos of the people and pets who should appear.

  2. 2

    Pick a story and style

    Choose a story idea and an illustration style, or write your own.

  3. 3

    Preview and personalize

    Flip through the whole book and edit names, text, and images.

  4. 4

    Send it as a gift

    Mark the book as a gift to have it shipped straight to the recipient with a digital gift message, or download the PDF.

Take a look inside

A few pages from a personalized storybook.

Cover
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Why a custom book makes a good birthday gift

Toys get outgrown, but a book with your child's face on the cover gets read again and again. It also gives you a story to read together on the big day.

You can build the story around the birthday itself, a favorite adventure, or a simple day in their life. You choose the story idea and can edit the text on every page.

Add the people they love

A family story can include up to 5 people and 1 pet, so siblings, parents, grandparents, and the family pet can all join the birthday adventure.

Printed or instant

Order a printed hardcover to wrap, or a digital PDF you can share the same day. If the birthday is close, the instant PDF means you never miss the date. Printed books are made on demand, so order early.

What our customers are saying

“I love how unique this whole process was from creating the book and the pictures and the personalized note that was used in the book. This entire experience was just amazing and my kids love their books.”

PreciousMagiMoments customer

“We absolutely loved our experience with MagiMoments! They transformed our photos into the cutest cartoon story, and the final result exceeded our expectations. Every illustration captured our family’s personalities so well, and the storytelling was both creative and heartwarming.”

Caty and JerryMagiMoments customers

“This book is such a wonderful keepsake that my wife actually teared up when it arrived in the mail. We highly recommend it! It’s a truly special book that can become a treasured keepsake to read and enjoy with your little ones for years to come.”

Janet and Ku-ChuanMagiMoments customers

“A big hit with the whole family. The process was easy and the 5-minute wait was totally worth it for these realistic, beautiful illustrations. The grandparents and kids love it. Highly recommend!”

ChrisMagiMoments customer

“The website was incredibly easy to navigate, and what impressed me most was how closely the generated characters actually looked like us after uploading our photos.”

KristinMagiMoments customer

Frequently asked questions

Can I make a birthday book with my child's name and photo?

Yes. Upload a photo and the book is illustrated with your child as the main character. You can edit names and text before checkout.

Can I send the book directly to the birthday child?

Yes. Mark the book as a gift to ship it straight to the recipient with a digital gift message. The package does not include prices.

Can I get the book in time for a birthday?

The digital PDF is available right after checkout. Printed hardcovers are made on demand and shipped, so order early and choose expedited shipping if you need it sooner.

Who can be in the story?

A family story can include up to 5 people and 1 pet.

Ready to see your story?

Preview the complete book before you pay.