- Hardcover11 × 8.5 in
- 24 pagesFull color
- Ages 3–8Read-aloud
- Free previewBefore you order
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My Monster Is Afraid of the Dark
Starring your child and the monster they drew
When the lights go out, your child’s monster gets the shivers, so your child grabs a flashlight and leads the way, one brave step at a time.
See your child and their monster in this story
Start their free previewMeet their storybook monster for free while this book gets ready. No card needed.
$39.99hardcover+ $3.99 shipping
Coming soon. The first printed copy is being reviewed now.
- Free character preview
- No credit card needed
- No child photo required
Made from their imagination
How your book is made
- They draw a monster
Any paper, any crayons, exactly as they imagined it.
- We illustrate it with your child
Their monster and a storybook version of your child, side by side in every scene.
- We print the hardcover
A real book with both of their names woven into the story.
A sneak peek
See inside the story
Turn through a few of the opening pages.
Page 1 of 4
These are sample pages. In your book, your child and their monster take these roles. The rest stays a surprise for the printed book.
What's inside
Your child and their monster, together on every adventure.
Every copy is shaped around your child and the monster only they could invent.
Their monster brought to life
The shapes, colors, and wonderfully odd details from their drawing guide every illustration.
Your child in the adventure
Choose a photo or use the child builder, then approve both characters before you continue.
Both of their names in the story
24 premium color pages place your child and their monster at the heart of the story.
- Format
- Personalized hardcover with a glossy casewrap cover
- Size
- 11 × 8.5 in landscape
- Pages
- 24 premium color pages
- Paper
- 80# coated white
- Reading age
- Ages 3–8
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Let us help
Questions? Answered.
What can I personalize?
Your child’s look and first name, and the monster they drew. Their monster’s name goes into the story too.
Do I need a photo of my child?
No. You can build your child’s look without a photo. You can also upload one clear photo if you want a closer likeness.
Can I preview the story first?
Yes. You can meet both characters and see a few teaser pages before you order. The rest of the story stays a surprise.
What happens to the monster drawing?
It guides the monster’s colors, shape, eyes, and special details so the finished character still feels like theirs.
Is my child’s photo stored?
No. The original photo is only used to create their character and is not kept in your project. Only the finished illustration is saved.
What age is this book for?
Ages 3–8. It works as a read-aloud for little ones and a first read-together for early readers.
What is the book like?
A 11 × 8.5 in landscape hardcover with a glossy casewrap cover and 24 full-color pages on 80# coated white paper.
How much does it cost?
$39.99 for the hardcover plus $3.99 shipping. The character preview is free.
When will my book arrive?
Your delivery estimate and shipping total are shown before you pay. Each hardcover is printed only after your order is approved.
Still wondering about something? The Help Center has more answers, or send us a note.
Meet their monster first
See your child and their monster in this story.
Upload their drawing and meet the storybook monster for free. No card needed.
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