Answers to common questions about creating personalized stories with MyStoryWorld.app

Creating your personalised storybook is a simple, guided journey — and it all starts with your child.

1. Choose how you'd like to enjoy your book
   Pick the format that suits you — something to read on screen, print at home, or hold in your hands as a keepsake.
2. Tell us about your child
   Share a few special details — their name, interests, and the kind of story you'd love to create. This is what makes the story truly theirs.
3. Create their character
   Upload a photo and choose an illustration style. We'll transform your child into a storybook character inspired by their unique look.
4. Watch their story come to life
   We create a personalised story built around your child. You can review it and make small changes so it feels just right.
5. Bring the story into a visual world
   Beautiful illustrations are created to match the story — with your child at the heart of every scene.
6. Finalise your book
   Once everything looks perfect, we prepare your book in your chosen formats.
7. Keep it forever
   Your finished book is ready in your library — to read, download, share, or order as a printed keepsake anytime.

Where can I see product options and bundles?

You can view all our product options and bundles on our products page.

What kind of photo should I upload?

For the best results:

• Use a clear, well-lit photo
• Use a full-length photo when possible, or at least a waist-up photo if that's all you have
• If you want us to reference your child's outfit, include enough of the clothing for it to be seen clearly
• Choose simple, plain clothing where possible, because words, logos, and detailed graphics may not be reproduced correctly

This gives us the best chance of creating an illustrated character that feels like your child and helps us keep their outfit more consistent throughout the book.

What photos should I avoid?

Try to avoid:

• Too close (face fills the frame)
• Head cropped (top of head cut off)
• Too far away (child appears very small)
• Poor lighting (too dark or too bright)

These make it harder for us to generate a strong, consistent character.

Will the character look exactly like my child?

Not exactly, but that's intentional — it helps bring your child into the illustrated world.

Our books are created using AI illustration, which means:

• Your child's illustrated character is based on their physical features and will resemble them in the style you selected
• Small variations can occur between pages
• Details like patterns, logos, or text on clothing may not transfer perfectly

Think of it as a storybook version of your child, not a photograph. It is generative artwork, so it may not always be an exact match.

Will the clothes stay the same throughout the book?

If you select "Use clothes in illustrations" on the character page, we'll try to keep the outfit consistent across scenes.

Some scenes may still require changes for the setting, such as adding a coat in a snow scene, and AI-generated illustrations can still introduce small inconsistencies.

When should I make story changes?

After your story is generated, you can use the suggestions to make changes before illustrations are created.

This is the best time to update things like the book title, character names, genders, story details, or even the language.

You can make up to 3 changes at this stage.

What if I mention a character I didn't add during setup?

If you mention a character in your story idea but do not include them in the character step, the system will make its best guess about what they look like.

If you want a parent, sibling, grandparent, or any other important person to look correct, add them as a character and upload their photo during setup.

Can I change the illustration style later?

No. Once an illustration style is selected and you proceed to generate the story, that style is locked for that book version and cannot be changed later.

Should I review the story before generating illustrations?

Yes. Read through the story carefully before generating illustrations to make sure the details are correct.

• Check character names
• Check genders and ages
• Check important story details and relationships

This is the easiest point to catch mistakes before visuals are generated.

What content is allowed?

Only child-appropriate content is allowed.

Attempts to include hateful language, violence, sexual content, or anything else unsuitable for young children will be blocked.

Repeated attempts to include forbidden content may result in suspension or removal from the platform.

Does AI ever make mistakes?

Yes. Occasionally you may notice:

• Small inconsistencies between pages
• Slight changes in facial features or clothing
• Minor layout differences
• Small differences between formats or reading apps because each platform supports EPUB features differently

We do our best to minimise this, but it's part of how generative AI works. Most format differences are minor, but some variation is unavoidable.

Can I use anything I want in the story?

No.

Please do not include:

• Copyrighted characters (e.g. specific famous heroes)
• Inappropriate, harmful, illegal, or offensive content
• Requests involving abusive, sexual, or otherwise unsafe material

If you do, your request may be rejected or adjusted.

Is MyStoryWorld.app responsible for the final output?

No.

By using MyStoryWorld.app, you agree that:

• The content is AI-generated
• Results may vary
• There may be inconsistencies or interpretation differences in text, art, or layout
• You are responsible for how you use or share the content

Full details are in our T&Cs and Privacy Policy.

Can I edit my book after it's created?

No.

• Make changes before you finalise the book
• Once products are generated, the credits used for that generation are consumed
• Once finalised, changes cannot be made to that version
• If you want to make substantial changes after generation, it will need to be created as a new book
• Additional products for the same storybook can be purchased after the initial creation

What happens after I order a printed book?

• Your book is sent to our printing partner
• No changes can be made after submission
• You will receive updates via the email linked to your account
• Shipping and tracking are handled by the printer

For any shipping-related queries, please contact the print partner directly, as we are unable to assist with order fulfillment once the order has been placed.

We'll store confirmation once your print job is submitted.

Device & App Compatibility

Different devices and apps support different features of your EPUB books. Here's what works where:

Uploading Your Book

Audio & Video Support in EPUB3 Books

While the EPUB3 format technically supports embedded audio and video, most dedicated e-ink reading devices cannot play this content due to hardware limitations.

Reading Features

Two-Page Spread View (Google Play Books on Android)

On supported Android devices, you can view your book as a two-page spread:

1. Open the book in Google Play Books
2. Tap anywhere on the page
3. Tap the Aa button → Text → Page layout → 2 pages

Note: Not all books or Android devices expose this option. When they don't, Google Play Books falls back to single-page view.

On iPhone, iPad, and Mac, use Apple Books instead of Google Play Books for the best display experience.