About TaleCoco
Their face. Their name. Their next adventure.
TaleCoco turns your child's photo and name into a storybook starring them. Choose an adventure, see a personalized preview, and bring the story home in a hardcover with a PDF included.
- A hero inspired by your child
- Photo + name
- An illustrated adventure
- 32 pages
- Two ways to read
- Hardcover + PDF
- See it before you buy
- Free preview
A familiar face in a new adventure.
Your child's photo inspires the main character's illustrations, and their name becomes part of the story. Explore dinosaurs, a birthday adventure, or a journey under the sea.
Select an image to see it larger. These are example pages; your storybook depends on the age, theme, and art style you select.
Illustrations inspired by a photo
Your child's features guide the illustrated character. The result is an illustration, so check the likeness in your preview before ordering.
An adventure you choose
Start with your child's age and a theme they enjoy. Choose an art style, then see how the story and illustrations come together.
A story to hold and keep
Read together from a printed hardcover, with a PDF included for reading on a phone or tablet.
One storybook. Both formats.
A personalized hardcover, printed to order, with a PDF included. One-time purchase, no subscription.
Hardcover + PDF
$69.00
A personalized, 32-page hardcover storybook starring your child, with a PDF included.
- 32 illustrated pages
- Personalized with your child's photo and name
- Standard US shipping included
- PDF available after the storybook is complete
Prices are in USD. Review the final total and delivery details at checkout before paying.
Choose a storybook with your child in mind.
Consider how you will read it, what your child enjoys, and when you would like to give it.
Choosing a book for a four-year-old
Children of the same age can have different interests and reading experience. Select your child's age, then use the sample pages and free preview to decide whether the story feels right.
- Read a few sentences aloud to check the length and vocabulary.
- Start with a theme your child enjoys, such as dinosaurs, the ocean, or a birthday adventure.
- Look for scenes you can talk about together, even if your child is not reading independently yet.
One purchase: a hardcover with a PDF included
Your US order includes a printed hardcover and a PDF. The hardcover is made to order and shipped to your delivery address; the PDF is available after the storybook is complete.
- 32 illustrated pages personalized with your child's photo and name.
- Standard US shipping is included in the listed hardcover price.
- The free preview shows the cover and opening pages. The remaining pages are created after purchase.
A gift from an aunt, uncle, or grandparent
Before uploading a child's photo, ask the parent or legal guardian for permission to use it to create the storybook.
- Ask for a recent, clear photo, the child's name, and their age.
- Find out which themes the child enjoys.
- Check the name, illustrated character, and story in the preview before paying.
- Confirm the delivery address and allow extra time before the celebration.
If you need it for a particular birthday
Hardcovers arrive within 10 business days, about two weeks, according to our delivery information. A specific birthday deadline needs extra planning; contact support before ordering if the date is close.
- Business days are different from calendar days and do not include weekends or holidays.
- The PDF is available after production is complete, not automatically at the moment you pay.
- Gift wrapping and gift bags are not listed in the standard package. Ask support before ordering if you need them.
From a photo to storytime.
- 1
Tell us about your child
Enter your child's name and age, choose a theme and art style, and upload a clear photo of their face.
- 2
See your free preview
Check your child's cover and the opening pages. The preview shows part of the storybook; the remaining pages are created after purchase.
- 3
Place your order
Review your storybook and delivery address. Pay with a credit or debit card, or PayPal, through the secure PayPal checkout.
- 4
Read, then receive your hardcover
Download the PDF once the storybook is complete. Hardcovers arrive within 10 business days, about two weeks. Tracking is emailed when the book ships.
Made with someone special in mind.
A birthday, a visit from grandparents, or a story to read together. Start with the child and an adventure they would enjoy.
A birthday keepsake
Choose a birthday adventure or a favorite theme. Allow time for printing and delivery before the celebration.
From an aunt, uncle, or grandparent
Ask the parent or legal guardian for permission to use the child's photo, a clear photo, and the name to put in the storybook before you begin.
For an adventure they love
A dinosaur fan can meet dinosaurs. A child who loves the ocean can explore under the sea. Use the sample pages to help choose a theme.
Start with a clear photo.
A good photo helps us illustrate recognizable features. Check the character in your preview before you order.
- Use a recent, well-lit photo with the face clearly visible.
- Choose a photo with your child facing the camera.
- Avoid sunglasses, masks, or hands covering the face.
- Get permission from the parent or legal guardian before uploading another child's photo.
- Some themes may ask for an additional person's photo.
Before you order.
Is it suitable for a four-year-old?
Select your child's age when creating the storybook. Reading experience varies, so look at the sample pages and your personalized preview to decide whether the words and story suit your child.
Can I make a gift without a photo?
A photo is needed to create the personalized character. Ask the parent or legal guardian for permission and a clear photo before starting.
Will it arrive in time for a birthday?
Hardcovers are printed to order and arrive within 10 business days, about two weeks. Order with extra time before the celebration. The PDF is available once the storybook is complete; it does not replace physical delivery.
Is gift wrapping included?
Gift wrapping and gift bags are not listed as part of the standard package. If you need them, contact support before ordering.
Can I cancel or get a refund?
You can cancel yourself in My Books within 30 minutes of payment for a full refund, as long as you have not downloaded the PDF yet. After that, contact us before production starts and we will help. See the refund policy for full details.
What if my storybook arrives damaged or wrong?
Tell us within 30 days of delivery with your order number and a photo, and we will reprint, replace, or refund it. See the refund policy for details.
How is my child's photo used?
Only to create your book's personalized illustrations. It is never shown to other customers or used for advertising. See the Photo & AI Policy for storage, retention, and deletion details.
How is my hardcover made and shipped?
Each book is printed to order and shipped to the address you enter at checkout. Standard US shipping is included in the price.
Customer experiences
Reviews published on this US site appear here in their original wording. Customer photos show the book received at that time; they do not define current product specifications.
There are no US reviews to display here right now. Explore the sample pages and free preview, or visit the review page for the latest posts.
View published reviews →- Service
- TaleCoco
- support@talecoco.com
Meet your child's next adventure.
Create a free preview to see the character and opening pages. No payment is needed to preview.
Create a free preview