Stories that help toddlers & preschoolers grow brave
Upload a photo of your child's favorite toy and our AI creates a personalized storybook that tackles real challenges — bedtime fears, sharing, first days at school, and more. Your first book is free.
“Leo the little lion played on the beach. The golden sand was warm and cozy.”
How it works
Your first 8-page book is free — only pay when you love it
Snap a photo
Take a picture of your child's favorite toy. A stuffed bear, a rubber duck, a dinosaur — anything goes.
Create your first book free
Choose a theme and our AI writes and illustrates a complete 8-page storybook — no credit card needed.
Unlock or order a print
Love it? Unlock for $2.99 to remove watermarks and edit, or order a printed copy delivered to your door.
Stories that tackle real challenges
Designed for toddlers & preschoolers. Your child's own toy becomes the hero who faces the same fears and learns to overcome them.
Grounded in child psychology
Each story follows a proven arc: the toy feels nervous, tries something new, gets encouragement, succeeds, and feels proud.
Their toy, their hero
When a child's own toy overcomes the same challenge they face, it creates a powerful “if Teddy can do it, I can too” moment.
10 languages supported
Stories in English, Chinese, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, French, German, Portuguese, Hindi, and Arabic.
Beautiful illustration styles
Choose from watercolor, crayon, gouache, colored pencil, paper collage, or storybook oil.
Simple, transparent pricing
Your first 8-page book is free. Pay only when you love it.
- ✓Full AI-generated story
- ✓8 beautiful illustrations
- ✓PDF + EPUB download
- ✓Edit text & regenerate art
- ✓Download access forever
- ✓Full AI-generated story
- ✓12 beautiful illustrations
- ✓PDF + EPUB download
- ✓Edit text & regenerate art
- ✓Download access forever
- ✓Full AI-generated story
- ✓24 beautiful illustrations
- ✓PDF + EPUB download
- ✓Edit text & regenerate art
- ✓Download access forever
📦 Print add-ons
Loved by parents
“My daughter's face when she saw her stuffed bunny as the hero of a real book — absolutely priceless. We read it every night now.”
“Ordered hardcovers for both nephews' birthdays. The quality is amazing and they loved seeing their own toys in the illustrations.”
“We used it for a story about overcoming fear of the dark. It genuinely helped my son feel braver at bedtime. So thoughtful.”
Frequently asked questions
Is the first book really free?+
Yes! Your first 8-page storybook is completely free — no credit card required. You can preview it in your browser and download a watermarked PDF or EPUB. Unlock for as little as $2.99 to remove watermarks and enable full editing.
How long does it take?+
About 2-3 minutes. The AI writes the story and illustrates every page in real time — you can watch the progress as it happens.
What ages is this for?+
Ethan Tales is designed for toddlers and preschoolers ages 2-5. Stories use simple vocabulary, short sentences, and gentle emotional arcs perfect for bedtime reading.
Can I use any toy?+
Absolutely! Stuffed animals, action figures, dolls, rubber ducks — any toy your child loves. Just snap a clear photo and our AI will make it the hero of the story.
Can I edit the story or illustrations?+
Yes! Once unlocked, you can edit the text on any page, regenerate illustrations with custom feedback, and customize the cover and dedication.
What print options are available?+
We offer softcover books in 8, 12, and 24 pages, plus hardcover for 24-page books. Shipped worldwide. You can also download as PDF or EPUB.
What languages are supported?+
We support 10 languages: English, Chinese, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, French, German, Portuguese, Hindi, and Arabic.
Is my payment secure? What's the refund policy?+
All payments are processed by Stripe — we never store your credit card details. All purchases are final, but if your book fails to generate due to a technical issue on our side, we'll refund you automatically. For any concerns, reach out to support@ethantales.com.