Frequently asked questions
Everything parents ask about creating personalized bedtime stories with Tellspinners.
- How do personalized bedtime stories work?
- You upload a photo of your child, pet, or family member, answer a few fun questions about theme and tone, and Tellspinners uses AI to write and illustrate a custom story with them as the hero. You can read it online, download a PDF, and keep it forever.
- Can I use my child's photo?
- Yes. Photos are used only during story creation to build a text description for consistent illustrations. We do not store your original photos — see our For Parents page for full details.
- Are the stories downloadable?
- Yes. Every finished story includes a storybook PDF you can download. Paid plans also include a coloring-book PDF and optional read-aloud narration.
- Can I print the stories?
- Yes. The PDF is designed for home printing or professional print shops. Many families print favorites for bedtime shelves or gifts.
- Are the stories safe for kids?
- Stories are moderated for family-friendly content, written for gentle bedtime reading, and you review everything before sharing. We are ad-free and built for parents.
- What age groups are supported?
- Most families use Tellspinners for ages 2–10. You choose tone and complexity when you create a story — from toddlers who love simple adventures to older kids who enjoy choose-your-own-adventure paths.
- Can I make stories about pets?
- Absolutely. Upload a pet photo and they can star alongside your child or on their own in animal, space, pirate, and other themes.
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