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The Dream Carriers
Black history, told as your child's story.
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Quick answers about previews, photos, prices and delivery.
How does a personalized Magic Story book work?
Upload one clear photo of your child and add their name. We turn the photo into an illustrated character and make your child the hero of the story, with their name throughout. Each book is printed to order as a hardcover. See which photo works best.
Can I see a free preview before I buy?
Yes. Create your child’s character from one photo and see a free personalized book preview, with no account or credit card needed. The preview shows your child in a scene or on a cover from the book you choose, not every page. See how the free preview works.
Is my child’s photo safe with Magic Story?
When you create an avatar for a personalized book, we do not save the original photo you upload. We save the illustrated avatar created from it so you can personalize your stories. We do not use customer data, including uploaded photos and generated avatars, to train AI models. You must be the child’s parent or guardian, or have their permission, to upload their photo. To request account or content deletion, email support@magicstory.com. Read our privacy policy.
What ages are Magic Story books for?
Magic Story books are made for children ages 2 to 10. Younger children enjoy them as read-alouds, and older children can follow the story on their own. Some books give their own age range on their page.
How much does a Magic Story book cost?
In the US, a personalized hardcover is $44.99 on its own, or $24.99 a month with a Magic Story+ subscription, which saves $20 on every book. Some books and sets are priced differently. Shipping and tax are added at checkout, and each product page shows the price for your country. See how much a Magic Story book costs.
How long does delivery take, and where do you ship?
Every book is printed to order. In the US, delivery takes 5 to 10 business days from your order with standard shipping, or 5 to 8 with expedited shipping, including 3 to 5 business days of printing. You can shop with us from Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom and the United States, and checkout shows the delivery estimate and shipping rate for your address. Order a book by December 10 with standard shipping, or by December 14 with expedited shipping, for delivery by Christmas Eve. See how long delivery takes.
Can I give a Magic Story book as a gift?
Yes. Grandparents, family and friends can personalize a book with the child’s name and a photo their parent or guardian has approved, then enter the family’s address at checkout. In the US, you can also send a Magic Story+ gift subscription, and the family personalizes the books themselves. See how to buy a book as a gift.
Can siblings, grown-ups or pets be in the story?
Each book stars one child, so for siblings, make a book for each child. Some books also include a parent, grandparent or pet alongside your child, and the personalization steps show which characters each story supports. In the US, adding one costs $4.99 more. See books for siblings and adding a parent or grandparent.
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