DearTiny — Personalized Children's Books with AI | Custom Kids Books

Sarah M.

Austin, TX

My daughter's face when she saw herself in the book!

Absolutely incredible quality. The illustrations look like a real Pixar movie and my 5-year-old daughter couldn't believe she was the hero of the story. She asks me to read it every night now. Best gift ever!

David H.

Seattle, WA

Sparked a love for exploration

My son has been carrying this book everywhere since we got it. He now wants to 'explore' the backyard every day. The story is beautifully written and the illustrations of him in the adventure are stunning.

Rachel N.

Chicago, IL

Great concept, beautiful execution

The personalization is next level — my daughter genuinely thought someone drew pictures of her. The story teaches bravery in such a gentle way. Took off one star because shipping was a tad slow, but the product itself is flawless.

Marcus T.

Denver, CO

Worth every single penny

I was skeptical about the price at first, but when I opened the package I was blown away. The hardcover is premium quality and the illustrations are truly Pixar-level. My 4-year-old carries it everywhere.

Jennifer L.

Minneapolis, MN

Ordered three more for cousins

After seeing how much my son loved this, I immediately ordered one for each of his cousins. The personalization makes each book unique and special. Everyone at the family reunion was amazed.

Chris W.

Portland, OR

Beautiful book, minor text issue

The illustrations are stunning and my daughter adores it. Only small note — there was a tiny typo on one page that I fixed with the editor. Otherwise absolutely perfect. The explorer theme is fantastic.

Tammy R.

Atlanta, GA

My kid thinks he's famous now

My 6-year-old showed this book to everyone at school and told them he's in a 'real book.' The confidence boost alone was worth it! The adventure story is engaging and the illustrations capture his likeness perfectly.

Grandma Sue

Scottsdale, AZ

Grandma's favorite gift to give

I'm a grandmother and this is now my go-to gift for every grandchild. The quality is exceptional, the story is empowering, and seeing their little faces light up is priceless. Already on my third order!

Alex P.

Brooklyn, NY

Good but expected more pages

The quality is great and my son loves the story. I just expected more pages for the price. The illustrations are beautiful and the personalization is impressive, but it felt a bit short for a bedtime read.

Danielle K.

San Diego, CA

The subscription is a no-brainer

Started with this book and immediately subscribed. Getting a new personalized book every month is amazing — my daughter already has a whole shelf. The Brave Little Explorer is still her #1 favorite though!

Dr. Emily Chen

San Francisco, CA

Helped my child express feelings

As a therapist, I recommend personalized books for children struggling with emotions. This took it to another level — the AI illustrations are phenomenal and having my patient see themselves in the story made such a difference.

Kristen W.

Minneapolis, MN

A breakthrough for our anxious child

Our 4-year-old has been struggling with big emotions. This book gave us a shared language to talk about feelings. She points to her character and says 'that's me being brave!' The illustrations are gorgeous too.

Carlos D.

Miami, FL

Wonderful emotional tool

Such a clever way to teach kids about emotions. My son loves seeing himself in the story and we use it as a conversation starter. The only reason it's not 5 stars is I wish there were more feeling scenarios covered.

Ms. Laura B.

Richmond, VA

School counselor approved

I'm an elementary school counselor and I use this book in my sessions. The personalized version makes children feel seen and understood. It opens up conversations that would otherwise be very difficult. Highly recommend!

Patricia M.

Columbus, OH

My son finally talks about his feelings

After his parents' divorce, my son bottled everything up. This book was the key that unlocked his emotions. He identifies with the character and now says things like 'I feel like the sad cloud today.' Life-changing.

Nathan S.

Austin, TX

Great concept, wish it was longer

My daughter connects deeply with this book. She loves naming each feeling and seeing herself working through them. Would love a 'part 2' with more complex emotions for older kids. The art is absolutely top-notch.

Andrea F.

Nashville, TN

Better than any parenting book I've read

I've read dozens of parenting books about emotional intelligence. This single children's book teaches my kid more about feelings than all of them combined. The personalized touch makes it hit different. Absolutely brilliant.

Mike J.

Charlotte, NC

Bought it for the whole preschool class

After seeing how my daughter responded to her personalized copy, I talked to the teacher about getting one for every child in her preschool class. 15 books later, every kid in the class talks about feelings differently.

Grace T.

Denver, CO

Nice quality, story could be deeper

The book itself is gorgeous — premium paper, vibrant colors, great personalization. The emotional content is good for younger kids but felt a bit surface-level for my 7-year-old. Still a beautiful keepsake.

Samantha R.

Phoenix, AZ

Tears of joy from this mama

When my son pointed to the character and said 'that's me feeling happy!' I lost it. This book normalizes the full spectrum of emotions in the most beautiful way. The illustrations are museum-worthy. Thank you DearTiny!

Michael R.

Denver, CO

No more bedtime fears!

Since reading this book, my son actually looks forward to bedtime. The monster character is so funny and lovable. He's not scared anymore! The personalization with his actual face in the illustrations is mind-blowing.

Tanya B.

Atlanta, GA

The monster is now his best friend

My 3-year-old used to scream at bedtime. After reading this book together, he now checks under the bed and says 'goodnight, monster!' The story is perfectly paced and the illustrations are so warm and friendly.

Ryan K.

Boston, MA

Clever story, amazing art

What a creative way to address nighttime fears. The twist that the monster is actually nice had my kids giggling. The Pixar-style illustrations are truly museum quality. Would love a sequel!

Dr. Sarah L.

San Diego, CA

Pediatrician recommended this

Our pediatrician suggested we try a personalized book for our daughter's nighttime anxiety. This was exactly what she needed. The friendly monster teaches kids that scary things aren't always what they seem. Genius concept!

Jake M.

Houston, TX

Bedtime went from 2 hours to 20 minutes

I'm not exaggerating — bedtime used to be a 2-hour battle. Since we started reading this book, my son asks to go to bed because he wants to 'visit his monster friend.' The art is incredible and the story is perfection.

Elena V.

Tampa, FL

Adorable and effective

The monster design is so cute that my daughter immediately wanted to hug it. The story gently teaches that things we fear might actually be friendly. Minor wish: more monster-child interaction scenes. But overall, wonderful!

Brittany S.

Raleigh, NC

Both my kids fight over it

I made the mistake of only ordering one. My 4-year-old and 6-year-old both want to read it every night. Had to order a second personalized copy. The friendly monster character is absolutely hilarious and the art is jaw-dropping.

Kim P.

Portland, OR

We named the monster 'Fluffles'

My son insisted on naming the monster character. Now 'Fluffles' is part of our family! He sleeps with the book next to his pillow. This is the most effective tool we've found for bedtime anxiety. Thank you!

Olivia D.

Salt Lake City, UT

Cute but my kid was still scared

The book is beautifully made and the concept is great. Unfortunately, my very sensitive 3-year-old was still a bit scared of the monster illustrations initially. After a few reads, she warmed up to it. Quality is excellent though.

Ms. Andrea G.

Columbus, OH

Teacher uses it in her classroom

I'm a preschool teacher. After seeing how well this worked for my own child, I now read it during our 'feelings and fears' unit. The kids love the friendly monster and the personalization makes them all want their own copy!

Natalie F.

Charlotte, NC

Finally, a book that gets it!

My twins fight over everything. This book validated that sharing IS hard while gently showing them how to do it. Seeing themselves in the illustrations made the lesson so much more real. We read it before every playdate now.

Omar J.

Houston, TX

Honest and relatable for kids

I love that this book acknowledges sharing is hard instead of just saying 'share!' My 5-year-old connected with the character immediately because it looked like him. Now he references the book when trying to share. Incredible!

Heather L.

San Diego, CA

Sweet story with a great message

Beautifully illustrated and the message about sharing is delivered perfectly for young kids. My daughter loves pointing at herself on every page. Wish the text was a tiny bit simpler for 3-year-olds, but overall wonderful.

Whitney A.

Orlando, FL

Saved our playdates!

Playdates used to end in tears every time because my son wouldn't share. This book gave him a framework he could understand. He now says 'sharing is hard but I can try!' Direct quote from the book. Love it.

Tony G.

Detroit, MI

My daycare provider recommended it

Our daycare teacher told us about DearTiny and we ordered this title. It addresses sharing in such a realistic, non-preachy way. My 3-year-old loves it and has actually started offering toys to other kids. Miraculous!

Veronica S.

Brooklyn, NY

Realistic approach to a tough topic

Most sharing books feel preachy. This one actually acknowledges the struggle, which makes kids trust the message. My daughter said 'finally someone understands!' (she's 5 going on 15). Art is gorgeous as always.

Rebecca M.

Nashville, TN

Siblings get along better now

Bought this for my two boys (4 and 6) who share a room and fight constantly. After reading it together, they started creating 'sharing plans' for their toys. This book is working better than any timeout ever did.

Daniel R.

Sacramento, CA

Perfect for only children too

My daughter is an only child and sharing with friends was really hard for her. This book helped her understand why sharing feels scary and how good it can feel. Now she's the first one to offer snacks at school!

Lucy T.

Madison, WI

Good message, average story

The sharing message is well-delivered and the personalization is cool. The story itself felt a bit predictable for my 6-year-old though. She preferred the Explorer book. That said, the quality of the book is excellent.

Steven K.

Tampa, FL

We reference it daily

This book has become part of our daily vocabulary. When my kids start fighting, one of them will say 'remember the book?' and they work it out. That's worth a hundred times what I paid. Illustrations are absolutely beautiful.

Amanda P.

Nashville, TN

Helped ease first day jitters

We read this book every day for a week before school started. By the first day, my daughter was excited instead of nervous! The personal touch of having her in the story really made the difference. Thank you so much!

Brian S.

Phoenix, AZ

Perfect timing for back to school

Bought this in August before kindergarten started and it was the best investment. My son was so nervous but after seeing himself having fun at school in the book, he couldn't wait to go. The art quality is insane.

Ms. Patricia G.

Columbus, OH

Teacher approved!

I'm a kindergarten teacher and I've been recommending this to all my students' parents. The kids love seeing themselves in a school story and it genuinely reduces first-day anxiety. Brilliant concept, premium quality.

Maria C.

Miami, FL

From tears to excitement

My daughter cried every morning before preschool. We started reading this book and within a week she was actually excited to go. Seeing herself in the story making friends and having fun changed everything.

Ryan H.

Austin, TX

Wish we had this sooner

We discovered this after school already started, but it still helped my anxious son feel better about going. The personalization is remarkable — he gasped when he saw himself on the first page. Ordering more titles!

Christine L.

Scottsdale, AZ

Bought for the whole class

As room mom, I ordered personalized copies for all 18 kids in my son's kindergarten class. The teacher read each one aloud and every child was thrilled. Best icebreaker activity ever! Worth every dollar.

Andrew T.

Charlotte, NC

School transition made easy

We moved to a new city and my 6-year-old was dreading starting at a new school. This book showed her having adventures and making friends, and it gave her the confidence to try. She came home on day one with two new friends!

Michelle K.

Seattle, WA

Great for anxious kids

My son has generalized anxiety and school was his biggest trigger. This book didn't solve everything, but it became a comforting ritual. He holds it in the car on the way to school. The quality is beautiful.

Linda W.

Portland, OR

My kid reads it to her stuffed animals

She sets up all her stuffed animals and 'teaches' them about school by reading this book to them. It's the most adorable thing. The fact that she looks like the character makes her feel like a real teacher. Precious!

Hiroshi N.

San Francisco, CA

Nice book but US-centric

The story and illustrations are lovely. My one criticism is that the school setting feels very American. We're in an international school and some details didn't quite match. Still, my daughter loves seeing herself as the hero.

Michelle T.

Philadelphia, PA

Made grandma cry happy tears

I ordered this for my daughter and her grandma. When grandma saw herself in the illustrations alongside her granddaughter, she was in tears. It's now their special bedtime book whenever she visits. Absolutely priceless.

Jenny C.

Brooklyn, NY

Bridges the distance with grandparents

My parents live across the country. This book gave my son a way to feel close to his grandma even when she's far away. He 'reads' it to her on video calls. The illustrations are warm and the math learning is woven in beautifully.

Robert M.

Tampa, FL

Beautiful intergenerational story

Such a heartwarming concept. My 4-year-old loves counting along with grandma in the story. The only improvement would be more pages — we finish it too quickly! Already looking at other titles in the catalog.

Jessica H.

Nashville, TN

Best Mother's Day gift ever

I gave this to my mom for Mother's Day — a book starring her and my daughter counting stars together. She sobbed (happy tears). It's now the most treasured item on her bookshelf. The quality is outstanding.

Thomas B.

Denver, CO

Honoring grandma's memory

We lost my mother last year. I created this book with her photos so my daughter could 'read with grandma' forever. It's the most meaningful thing I've ever purchased. I can't thank DearTiny enough for this gift.

Karen S.

Austin, TX

Learning math without realizing it

My daughter counts everything now — stars, flowers, birds. This book sneaks in early math concepts so naturally that she doesn't realize she's learning. Plus having grandma in the story makes it extra special.

Diane P.

Minneapolis, MN

Grandpa loved it too

We customized it with grandpa instead and he was over the moon. The story about counting stars together is so sweet. Slight issue with the character likeness but overall a fantastic product. Will order more!

Victor L.

San Francisco, CA

Three generations in one book

The fact that you can include multiple family members is amazing. My daughter, her mom, and grandma are all in the story. It's become our family treasure. The nighttime star illustrations are absolutely breathtaking.

Sandra W.

Richmond, VA

A keepsake for generations

This isn't just a children's book — it's a family heirloom. The story of counting stars with grandma captures something so timeless and pure. The premium hardcover quality means it'll last for decades. Truly special.

Paul R.

Chicago, IL

Sweet concept, counting felt forced

I love the grandma-grandchild bond theme. The counting element felt a bit forced into the story though. My daughter enjoyed it but preferred the non-educational titles. Still, great production quality and lovely illustrations.

Stephanie A.

Sacramento, CA

We use 'patience potion' as a real phrase now!

The concept is so clever — my son now says 'I need my patience potion!' when he's getting frustrated. It turned a difficult lesson into something fun and relatable. Seeing himself as the character made the connection instant.

Kevin O.

Detroit, MI

Game changer for our impatient kiddo

My 6-year-old has zero patience. This book somehow made waiting feel like a superpower. He was giggling through the whole thing and now references the story when he's trying to be patient. The illustrations are absolutely beautiful.

Diana P.

Salt Lake City, UT

Creative approach to a tough skill

Teaching patience to a toddler is nearly impossible, but this book makes it tangible. The 'potion' metaphor is genius. My daughter asks for it at bedtime. Art quality is outstanding — worth every penny.

Greg T.

Houston, TX

Even works on adults!

I caught myself thinking about the patience potion when stuck in traffic. If it works on a 38-year-old dad, imagine what it does for kids! My son absolutely loves it and the personalized illustrations blew us away.

Laura E.

Portland, OR

Replaced our patience chart

We used to have a patience sticker chart that never worked. This book replaced it entirely. Now my daughter imagines mixing her 'patience potion' when she's frustrated and it actually calms her down. Magic!

Sandra J.

Orlando, FL

Whimsical and practical

The potion-making scenes are so whimsical and fun. My son loves the 'recipe' for patience — kindness, deep breaths, and counting. It's become our calming ritual. Only wish the potion bottle was more prominently featured.

Beth N.

Raleigh, NC

We made a real patience potion!

After reading the book, my kids and I made a 'real' patience potion (glitter jar with water). They shake it when they feel impatient and watch the glitter settle. This book sparked the most creative family activity!

Peter F.

Atlanta, GA

Daycare teachers are fans

Both our daycare teachers asked where we got this book because our son started using the patience potion technique during circle time. Now the whole class does it. Spreading patience one kid at a time!

Allison B.

Denver, CO

Cute concept, execution could improve

I like the patience potion idea but the story pacing felt rushed in the middle. The illustrations are fantastic though, and my daughter does reference the 'potion' when she's waiting. Worth it for the concept alone.

Chelsea M.

San Diego, CA

Third DearTiny book and still impressed

This is our third book from DearTiny and the quality never disappoints. The Patience Potion might be my favorite yet — the concept is so original and the illustrations keep getting better. Subscribed and never looking back!

Maria V.

Orlando, FL

My little astronaut's dream come true

My son is obsessed with space and seeing himself as a space captain was the best thing ever. He literally jumped up and down. The cosmic illustrations are out of this world and the story teaches teamwork beautifully.

James T.

Raleigh, NC

Amazing quality, fast delivery

The book arrived in just 5 days and the quality exceeded my expectations. My 7-year-old space-loving kid was over the moon (pun intended). Only wish there were more pages! Will definitely be subscribing.

Tom W.

Portland, OR

Educational AND entertaining

Not only is this a fun adventure story, it sneaks in real astronomy facts that my 6-year-old keeps repeating. The personalized illustrations are jaw-dropping. We've bought three copies as gifts for friends already.

Dr. Mark S.

Houston, TX

NASA dad approved!

I work at NASA and even I was impressed by how well they integrated real space concepts. My daughter now wants to be an astronaut (she's 5). The illustrations of her flying through galaxies are absolutely spectacular.

Nicole F.

Charlotte, NC

Inspired a whole space bedroom makeover

After getting this book, my son wanted everything space-themed. We redid his entire room. But this book remains the centerpiece — displayed proudly on his nightstand. He reads it to his baby sister every night.

Patrick H.

Minneapolis, MN

Gorgeous space illustrations

The nebula and galaxy illustrations in this book are genuinely beautiful — like concept art from a space movie. My son stares at the pages in wonder. The story could have been a bit longer but the visual experience is A+.

Crystal A.

Nashville, TN

Best birthday party favor ever

Used this as the main gift at my son's space-themed birthday party. Every kid wanted one with their own face! Ended up ordering 8 more. The kids were literally screaming with excitement. Best party moment ever.

Derek L.

San Francisco, CA

From screen time to reading time

My 7-year-old was glued to his tablet. Since getting this book, he actually prefers reading! The space adventure is so engaging and seeing himself as the hero keeps him coming back. Game changer for our family.

Prof. Janet Y.

Boston, MA

Cool theme, a few inaccuracies

As a science teacher, I noticed a couple of astronomy inaccuracies. Nothing major, but I'm picky. The story and art are wonderful, and my daughter doesn't care about the science mistakes — she just loves being Space Captain!

Ashley R.

Atlanta, GA

Subscribed because of this book

This was our first DearTiny book and the quality blew us away so much that we immediately subscribed. The space theme is executed perfectly and the personalization is next-level. Can't wait for next month's book!

Linda K.

Portland, OR

The perfect birthday gift

Ordered this for my grandson's 4th birthday and it was the hit of the party. Everyone was amazed at the quality. The hardcover feels premium and the pages are thick and durable. Already ordering another one!

Angela R.

Madison, WI

Our new bedtime ritual

This replaced 'Goodnight Moon' as our bedtime book. My daughter loves seeing herself drifting off to dreamland with all the magical creatures. The illustrations have this soothing, dreamy quality that actually helps her wind down.

Grandpa Joe

Scottsdale, AZ

Calming and magical

The gentle pace of this story is perfect for bedtime. My 3-year-old is asleep by page 8 every single time. The soft color palette and personalized character make it extra special. Bought one for every grandchild!

Hannah K.

Denver, CO

Falls asleep before the last page

The soothing rhythm of this story is incredible. My daughter literally falls asleep before we finish it every single time. The illustrations get progressively dreamier, like they're designed to calm the nervous system. Brilliant!

Tyler M.

Seattle, WA

Beautiful but a bit short

The illustrations are dreamlike and gorgeous. My son loves seeing himself in the starry scenes. I just wish the story was a few pages longer — he's always disappointed when it ends. But the quality is truly premium.

Brandon C.

Phoenix, AZ

Replaced white noise machine

We used to need a white noise machine, a nightlight, and 3 songs to get our daughter to sleep. Now we just read this book. The gentle, rhythmic text combined with seeing herself as the Little Dreamer does the trick every time.

Scott D.

Tampa, FL

Even dad falls asleep reading it

Fair warning: this book is so soothing that I've fallen asleep mid-read more than once! The dreamscape illustrations are mesmerizing and my 4-year-old can't get enough. It's beautiful in every way.

Melissa H.

Austin, TX

Nap time savior

Not just for bedtime — this book has saved naptime too! Something about the rhythm of the text and the soft illustrations makes my toddler drowsy within minutes. I've read it probably 300 times and I still love it.

Priya N.

San Francisco, CA

Lovely illustrations, text could be softer

The artwork is absolutely stunning — very dreamy and calming. The text is mostly wonderful but a couple of rhymes felt a bit forced. Used the editor to smooth them out and now it's perfect. Great customization feature!

Catherine B.

Brooklyn, NY

Gift that keeps on giving

Gave this as a baby shower gift and the parents were blown away. They said it's the only book that actually helps their baby calm down before sleep. Now I give DearTiny books at every baby shower. It's my signature gift!

Lisa G.

Denver, CO

A magical way to teach honesty

The Truth Fairy concept is so clever! My daughter was fascinated by the idea that telling the truth makes the fairy's wings glow. Now when she's tempted to fib, she whispers 'truth fairy' to herself. The personalized art is stunning.

Jason H.

Kansas City, MO

Better than any lecture about lying

My 5-year-old went through a fibbing phase and no amount of talking helped. This book did what we couldn't — it showed him through his own story why honesty matters. He asks to read it constantly. Worth every penny!

Patricia N.

Boise, ID

Charming story with beautiful morals

The fairy character design is absolutely adorable and my daughter loves the sparkly wing scenes. The honesty message comes through without being preachy. Great quality hardcover too. Only wish it came in a smaller travel size.

Rachel T.

Atlanta, GA

The glowing wings concept is genius

My kids are obsessed with the idea that truth makes the fairy's wings glow brighter. They've started saying 'my wings are glowing!' when they tell the truth. It turned honesty into a game. Absolutely brilliant storytelling.

Monica S.

Charlotte, NC

Replaced 'the boy who cried wolf'

We used to read 'The Boy Who Cried Wolf' to teach honesty, but the fear-based approach never sat right with me. The Truth Fairy uses positive reinforcement instead — glowing wings for truth! So much better. My daughter adores it.

Dr. James K.

San Francisco, CA

Child psychologist approved

I'm a child psychologist and I now recommend this book to every parent dealing with lying behaviors. The positive framing (truth = glowing wings vs lies = punishment) is exactly what the research supports. Plus the quality is amazing.

Amanda W.

Nashville, TN

Beautiful fairy illustrations

The fairy character is so enchanting — my daughter wants to be her for Halloween! The story teaches honesty gently and effectively. Took off one star because the ending felt a bit abrupt, but we still read it almost every night.

Robert S.

Columbus, OH

Confession breakthrough

Three days after reading this book, my 4-year-old came to me and confessed to breaking a vase two weeks ago. She said she wanted her 'truth wings to glow.' I cried. This book is changing our family dynamic.

Derek P.

Miami, FL

Great for younger kids

My 3-year-old loves the fairy and the sparkles. My 7-year-old thought it was a bit young for him. I'd say this is best suited for ages 3-5. The art is gorgeous regardless and the hardcover quality is excellent.

Sara M.

Austin, TX

Our whole family talks about the Truth Fairy now

Even my husband and I joke about our 'truth fairy wings glowing' now. This book has created a whole family culture around honesty. It's playful, positive, and the personalized illustrations make our daughter feel like a star.

Sarah M.

Austin, TX

My daughter's face when she saw herself in the book!

Absolutely incredible quality. The illustrations look like a real Pixar movie and my 5-year-old daughter couldn't believe she was the hero of the story. She asks me to read it every night now. Best gift ever!

David H.

Seattle, WA

Sparked a love for exploration

My son has been carrying this book everywhere since we got it. He now wants to 'explore' the backyard every day. The story is beautifully written and the illustrations of him in the adventure are stunning.

Rachel N.

Chicago, IL

Great concept, beautiful execution

The personalization is next level — my daughter genuinely thought someone drew pictures of her. The story teaches bravery in such a gentle way. Took off one star because shipping was a tad slow, but the product itself is flawless.

Marcus T.

Denver, CO

Worth every single penny

I was skeptical about the price at first, but when I opened the package I was blown away. The hardcover is premium quality and the illustrations are truly Pixar-level. My 4-year-old carries it everywhere.

Jennifer L.

Minneapolis, MN

Ordered three more for cousins

After seeing how much my son loved this, I immediately ordered one for each of his cousins. The personalization makes each book unique and special. Everyone at the family reunion was amazed.

Chris W.

Portland, OR

Beautiful book, minor text issue

The illustrations are stunning and my daughter adores it. Only small note — there was a tiny typo on one page that I fixed with the editor. Otherwise absolutely perfect. The explorer theme is fantastic.

Tammy R.

Atlanta, GA

My kid thinks he's famous now

My 6-year-old showed this book to everyone at school and told them he's in a 'real book.' The confidence boost alone was worth it! The adventure story is engaging and the illustrations capture his likeness perfectly.

Grandma Sue

Scottsdale, AZ

Grandma's favorite gift to give

I'm a grandmother and this is now my go-to gift for every grandchild. The quality is exceptional, the story is empowering, and seeing their little faces light up is priceless. Already on my third order!

Alex P.

Brooklyn, NY

Good but expected more pages

The quality is great and my son loves the story. I just expected more pages for the price. The illustrations are beautiful and the personalization is impressive, but it felt a bit short for a bedtime read.

Danielle K.

San Diego, CA

The subscription is a no-brainer

Started with this book and immediately subscribed. Getting a new personalized book every month is amazing — my daughter already has a whole shelf. The Brave Little Explorer is still her #1 favorite though!

Dr. Emily Chen

San Francisco, CA

Helped my child express feelings

As a therapist, I recommend personalized books for children struggling with emotions. This took it to another level — the AI illustrations are phenomenal and having my patient see themselves in the story made such a difference.

Kristen W.

Minneapolis, MN

A breakthrough for our anxious child

Our 4-year-old has been struggling with big emotions. This book gave us a shared language to talk about feelings. She points to her character and says 'that's me being brave!' The illustrations are gorgeous too.

Carlos D.

Miami, FL

Wonderful emotional tool

Such a clever way to teach kids about emotions. My son loves seeing himself in the story and we use it as a conversation starter. The only reason it's not 5 stars is I wish there were more feeling scenarios covered.

Ms. Laura B.

Richmond, VA

School counselor approved

I'm an elementary school counselor and I use this book in my sessions. The personalized version makes children feel seen and understood. It opens up conversations that would otherwise be very difficult. Highly recommend!

Patricia M.

Columbus, OH

My son finally talks about his feelings

After his parents' divorce, my son bottled everything up. This book was the key that unlocked his emotions. He identifies with the character and now says things like 'I feel like the sad cloud today.' Life-changing.

Nathan S.

Austin, TX

Great concept, wish it was longer

My daughter connects deeply with this book. She loves naming each feeling and seeing herself working through them. Would love a 'part 2' with more complex emotions for older kids. The art is absolutely top-notch.

Andrea F.

Nashville, TN

Better than any parenting book I've read

I've read dozens of parenting books about emotional intelligence. This single children's book teaches my kid more about feelings than all of them combined. The personalized touch makes it hit different. Absolutely brilliant.

Mike J.

Charlotte, NC

Bought it for the whole preschool class

After seeing how my daughter responded to her personalized copy, I talked to the teacher about getting one for every child in her preschool class. 15 books later, every kid in the class talks about feelings differently.

Grace T.

Denver, CO

Nice quality, story could be deeper

The book itself is gorgeous — premium paper, vibrant colors, great personalization. The emotional content is good for younger kids but felt a bit surface-level for my 7-year-old. Still a beautiful keepsake.

Samantha R.

Phoenix, AZ

Tears of joy from this mama

When my son pointed to the character and said 'that's me feeling happy!' I lost it. This book normalizes the full spectrum of emotions in the most beautiful way. The illustrations are museum-worthy. Thank you DearTiny!

Michael R.

Denver, CO

No more bedtime fears!

Since reading this book, my son actually looks forward to bedtime. The monster character is so funny and lovable. He's not scared anymore! The personalization with his actual face in the illustrations is mind-blowing.

Tanya B.

Atlanta, GA

The monster is now his best friend

My 3-year-old used to scream at bedtime. After reading this book together, he now checks under the bed and says 'goodnight, monster!' The story is perfectly paced and the illustrations are so warm and friendly.

Ryan K.

Boston, MA

Clever story, amazing art

What a creative way to address nighttime fears. The twist that the monster is actually nice had my kids giggling. The Pixar-style illustrations are truly museum quality. Would love a sequel!

Dr. Sarah L.

San Diego, CA

Pediatrician recommended this

Our pediatrician suggested we try a personalized book for our daughter's nighttime anxiety. This was exactly what she needed. The friendly monster teaches kids that scary things aren't always what they seem. Genius concept!

Jake M.

Houston, TX

Bedtime went from 2 hours to 20 minutes

I'm not exaggerating — bedtime used to be a 2-hour battle. Since we started reading this book, my son asks to go to bed because he wants to 'visit his monster friend.' The art is incredible and the story is perfection.

Elena V.

Tampa, FL

Adorable and effective

The monster design is so cute that my daughter immediately wanted to hug it. The story gently teaches that things we fear might actually be friendly. Minor wish: more monster-child interaction scenes. But overall, wonderful!

Brittany S.

Raleigh, NC

Both my kids fight over it

I made the mistake of only ordering one. My 4-year-old and 6-year-old both want to read it every night. Had to order a second personalized copy. The friendly monster character is absolutely hilarious and the art is jaw-dropping.

Kim P.

Portland, OR

We named the monster 'Fluffles'

My son insisted on naming the monster character. Now 'Fluffles' is part of our family! He sleeps with the book next to his pillow. This is the most effective tool we've found for bedtime anxiety. Thank you!

Olivia D.

Salt Lake City, UT

Cute but my kid was still scared

The book is beautifully made and the concept is great. Unfortunately, my very sensitive 3-year-old was still a bit scared of the monster illustrations initially. After a few reads, she warmed up to it. Quality is excellent though.

Ms. Andrea G.

Columbus, OH

Teacher uses it in her classroom

I'm a preschool teacher. After seeing how well this worked for my own child, I now read it during our 'feelings and fears' unit. The kids love the friendly monster and the personalization makes them all want their own copy!

Natalie F.

Charlotte, NC

Finally, a book that gets it!

My twins fight over everything. This book validated that sharing IS hard while gently showing them how to do it. Seeing themselves in the illustrations made the lesson so much more real. We read it before every playdate now.

Omar J.

Houston, TX

Honest and relatable for kids

I love that this book acknowledges sharing is hard instead of just saying 'share!' My 5-year-old connected with the character immediately because it looked like him. Now he references the book when trying to share. Incredible!

Heather L.

San Diego, CA

Sweet story with a great message

Beautifully illustrated and the message about sharing is delivered perfectly for young kids. My daughter loves pointing at herself on every page. Wish the text was a tiny bit simpler for 3-year-olds, but overall wonderful.

Whitney A.

Orlando, FL

Saved our playdates!

Playdates used to end in tears every time because my son wouldn't share. This book gave him a framework he could understand. He now says 'sharing is hard but I can try!' Direct quote from the book. Love it.

Tony G.

Detroit, MI

My daycare provider recommended it

Our daycare teacher told us about DearTiny and we ordered this title. It addresses sharing in such a realistic, non-preachy way. My 3-year-old loves it and has actually started offering toys to other kids. Miraculous!

Veronica S.

Brooklyn, NY

Realistic approach to a tough topic

Most sharing books feel preachy. This one actually acknowledges the struggle, which makes kids trust the message. My daughter said 'finally someone understands!' (she's 5 going on 15). Art is gorgeous as always.

Rebecca M.

Nashville, TN

Siblings get along better now

Bought this for my two boys (4 and 6) who share a room and fight constantly. After reading it together, they started creating 'sharing plans' for their toys. This book is working better than any timeout ever did.

Daniel R.

Sacramento, CA

Perfect for only children too

My daughter is an only child and sharing with friends was really hard for her. This book helped her understand why sharing feels scary and how good it can feel. Now she's the first one to offer snacks at school!

Lucy T.

Madison, WI

Good message, average story

The sharing message is well-delivered and the personalization is cool. The story itself felt a bit predictable for my 6-year-old though. She preferred the Explorer book. That said, the quality of the book is excellent.

Steven K.

Tampa, FL

We reference it daily

This book has become part of our daily vocabulary. When my kids start fighting, one of them will say 'remember the book?' and they work it out. That's worth a hundred times what I paid. Illustrations are absolutely beautiful.

Amanda P.

Nashville, TN

Helped ease first day jitters

We read this book every day for a week before school started. By the first day, my daughter was excited instead of nervous! The personal touch of having her in the story really made the difference. Thank you so much!

Brian S.

Phoenix, AZ

Perfect timing for back to school

Bought this in August before kindergarten started and it was the best investment. My son was so nervous but after seeing himself having fun at school in the book, he couldn't wait to go. The art quality is insane.

Ms. Patricia G.

Columbus, OH

Teacher approved!

I'm a kindergarten teacher and I've been recommending this to all my students' parents. The kids love seeing themselves in a school story and it genuinely reduces first-day anxiety. Brilliant concept, premium quality.

Maria C.

Miami, FL

From tears to excitement

My daughter cried every morning before preschool. We started reading this book and within a week she was actually excited to go. Seeing herself in the story making friends and having fun changed everything.

Ryan H.

Austin, TX

Wish we had this sooner

We discovered this after school already started, but it still helped my anxious son feel better about going. The personalization is remarkable — he gasped when he saw himself on the first page. Ordering more titles!

Christine L.

Scottsdale, AZ

Bought for the whole class

As room mom, I ordered personalized copies for all 18 kids in my son's kindergarten class. The teacher read each one aloud and every child was thrilled. Best icebreaker activity ever! Worth every dollar.

Andrew T.

Charlotte, NC

School transition made easy

We moved to a new city and my 6-year-old was dreading starting at a new school. This book showed her having adventures and making friends, and it gave her the confidence to try. She came home on day one with two new friends!

Michelle K.

Seattle, WA

Great for anxious kids

My son has generalized anxiety and school was his biggest trigger. This book didn't solve everything, but it became a comforting ritual. He holds it in the car on the way to school. The quality is beautiful.

Linda W.

Portland, OR

My kid reads it to her stuffed animals

She sets up all her stuffed animals and 'teaches' them about school by reading this book to them. It's the most adorable thing. The fact that she looks like the character makes her feel like a real teacher. Precious!

Hiroshi N.

San Francisco, CA

Nice book but US-centric

The story and illustrations are lovely. My one criticism is that the school setting feels very American. We're in an international school and some details didn't quite match. Still, my daughter loves seeing herself as the hero.

Michelle T.

Philadelphia, PA

Made grandma cry happy tears

I ordered this for my daughter and her grandma. When grandma saw herself in the illustrations alongside her granddaughter, she was in tears. It's now their special bedtime book whenever she visits. Absolutely priceless.

Jenny C.

Brooklyn, NY

Bridges the distance with grandparents

My parents live across the country. This book gave my son a way to feel close to his grandma even when she's far away. He 'reads' it to her on video calls. The illustrations are warm and the math learning is woven in beautifully.

Robert M.

Tampa, FL

Beautiful intergenerational story

Such a heartwarming concept. My 4-year-old loves counting along with grandma in the story. The only improvement would be more pages — we finish it too quickly! Already looking at other titles in the catalog.

Jessica H.

Nashville, TN

Best Mother's Day gift ever

I gave this to my mom for Mother's Day — a book starring her and my daughter counting stars together. She sobbed (happy tears). It's now the most treasured item on her bookshelf. The quality is outstanding.

Thomas B.

Denver, CO

Honoring grandma's memory

We lost my mother last year. I created this book with her photos so my daughter could 'read with grandma' forever. It's the most meaningful thing I've ever purchased. I can't thank DearTiny enough for this gift.

Karen S.

Austin, TX

Learning math without realizing it

My daughter counts everything now — stars, flowers, birds. This book sneaks in early math concepts so naturally that she doesn't realize she's learning. Plus having grandma in the story makes it extra special.

Diane P.

Minneapolis, MN

Grandpa loved it too

We customized it with grandpa instead and he was over the moon. The story about counting stars together is so sweet. Slight issue with the character likeness but overall a fantastic product. Will order more!

Victor L.

San Francisco, CA

Three generations in one book

The fact that you can include multiple family members is amazing. My daughter, her mom, and grandma are all in the story. It's become our family treasure. The nighttime star illustrations are absolutely breathtaking.

Sandra W.

Richmond, VA

A keepsake for generations

This isn't just a children's book — it's a family heirloom. The story of counting stars with grandma captures something so timeless and pure. The premium hardcover quality means it'll last for decades. Truly special.

Paul R.

Chicago, IL

Sweet concept, counting felt forced

I love the grandma-grandchild bond theme. The counting element felt a bit forced into the story though. My daughter enjoyed it but preferred the non-educational titles. Still, great production quality and lovely illustrations.

Stephanie A.

Sacramento, CA

We use 'patience potion' as a real phrase now!

The concept is so clever — my son now says 'I need my patience potion!' when he's getting frustrated. It turned a difficult lesson into something fun and relatable. Seeing himself as the character made the connection instant.

Kevin O.

Detroit, MI

Game changer for our impatient kiddo

My 6-year-old has zero patience. This book somehow made waiting feel like a superpower. He was giggling through the whole thing and now references the story when he's trying to be patient. The illustrations are absolutely beautiful.

Diana P.

Salt Lake City, UT

Creative approach to a tough skill

Teaching patience to a toddler is nearly impossible, but this book makes it tangible. The 'potion' metaphor is genius. My daughter asks for it at bedtime. Art quality is outstanding — worth every penny.

Greg T.

Houston, TX

Even works on adults!

I caught myself thinking about the patience potion when stuck in traffic. If it works on a 38-year-old dad, imagine what it does for kids! My son absolutely loves it and the personalized illustrations blew us away.

Laura E.

Portland, OR

Replaced our patience chart

We used to have a patience sticker chart that never worked. This book replaced it entirely. Now my daughter imagines mixing her 'patience potion' when she's frustrated and it actually calms her down. Magic!

Sandra J.

Orlando, FL

Whimsical and practical

The potion-making scenes are so whimsical and fun. My son loves the 'recipe' for patience — kindness, deep breaths, and counting. It's become our calming ritual. Only wish the potion bottle was more prominently featured.

Beth N.

Raleigh, NC

We made a real patience potion!

After reading the book, my kids and I made a 'real' patience potion (glitter jar with water). They shake it when they feel impatient and watch the glitter settle. This book sparked the most creative family activity!

Peter F.

Atlanta, GA

Daycare teachers are fans

Both our daycare teachers asked where we got this book because our son started using the patience potion technique during circle time. Now the whole class does it. Spreading patience one kid at a time!

Allison B.

Denver, CO

Cute concept, execution could improve

I like the patience potion idea but the story pacing felt rushed in the middle. The illustrations are fantastic though, and my daughter does reference the 'potion' when she's waiting. Worth it for the concept alone.

Chelsea M.

San Diego, CA

Third DearTiny book and still impressed

This is our third book from DearTiny and the quality never disappoints. The Patience Potion might be my favorite yet — the concept is so original and the illustrations keep getting better. Subscribed and never looking back!

Maria V.

Orlando, FL

My little astronaut's dream come true

My son is obsessed with space and seeing himself as a space captain was the best thing ever. He literally jumped up and down. The cosmic illustrations are out of this world and the story teaches teamwork beautifully.

James T.

Raleigh, NC

Amazing quality, fast delivery

The book arrived in just 5 days and the quality exceeded my expectations. My 7-year-old space-loving kid was over the moon (pun intended). Only wish there were more pages! Will definitely be subscribing.

Tom W.

Portland, OR

Educational AND entertaining

Not only is this a fun adventure story, it sneaks in real astronomy facts that my 6-year-old keeps repeating. The personalized illustrations are jaw-dropping. We've bought three copies as gifts for friends already.

Dr. Mark S.

Houston, TX

NASA dad approved!

I work at NASA and even I was impressed by how well they integrated real space concepts. My daughter now wants to be an astronaut (she's 5). The illustrations of her flying through galaxies are absolutely spectacular.

Nicole F.

Charlotte, NC

Inspired a whole space bedroom makeover

After getting this book, my son wanted everything space-themed. We redid his entire room. But this book remains the centerpiece — displayed proudly on his nightstand. He reads it to his baby sister every night.

Patrick H.

Minneapolis, MN

Gorgeous space illustrations

The nebula and galaxy illustrations in this book are genuinely beautiful — like concept art from a space movie. My son stares at the pages in wonder. The story could have been a bit longer but the visual experience is A+.

Crystal A.

Nashville, TN

Best birthday party favor ever

Used this as the main gift at my son's space-themed birthday party. Every kid wanted one with their own face! Ended up ordering 8 more. The kids were literally screaming with excitement. Best party moment ever.

Derek L.

San Francisco, CA

From screen time to reading time

My 7-year-old was glued to his tablet. Since getting this book, he actually prefers reading! The space adventure is so engaging and seeing himself as the hero keeps him coming back. Game changer for our family.

Prof. Janet Y.

Boston, MA

Cool theme, a few inaccuracies

As a science teacher, I noticed a couple of astronomy inaccuracies. Nothing major, but I'm picky. The story and art are wonderful, and my daughter doesn't care about the science mistakes — she just loves being Space Captain!

Ashley R.

Atlanta, GA

Subscribed because of this book

This was our first DearTiny book and the quality blew us away so much that we immediately subscribed. The space theme is executed perfectly and the personalization is next-level. Can't wait for next month's book!

Linda K.

Portland, OR

The perfect birthday gift

Ordered this for my grandson's 4th birthday and it was the hit of the party. Everyone was amazed at the quality. The hardcover feels premium and the pages are thick and durable. Already ordering another one!

Angela R.

Madison, WI

Our new bedtime ritual

This replaced 'Goodnight Moon' as our bedtime book. My daughter loves seeing herself drifting off to dreamland with all the magical creatures. The illustrations have this soothing, dreamy quality that actually helps her wind down.

Grandpa Joe

Scottsdale, AZ

Calming and magical

The gentle pace of this story is perfect for bedtime. My 3-year-old is asleep by page 8 every single time. The soft color palette and personalized character make it extra special. Bought one for every grandchild!

Hannah K.

Denver, CO

Falls asleep before the last page

The soothing rhythm of this story is incredible. My daughter literally falls asleep before we finish it every single time. The illustrations get progressively dreamier, like they're designed to calm the nervous system. Brilliant!

Tyler M.

Seattle, WA

Beautiful but a bit short

The illustrations are dreamlike and gorgeous. My son loves seeing himself in the starry scenes. I just wish the story was a few pages longer — he's always disappointed when it ends. But the quality is truly premium.

Brandon C.

Phoenix, AZ

Replaced white noise machine

We used to need a white noise machine, a nightlight, and 3 songs to get our daughter to sleep. Now we just read this book. The gentle, rhythmic text combined with seeing herself as the Little Dreamer does the trick every time.

Scott D.

Tampa, FL

Even dad falls asleep reading it

Fair warning: this book is so soothing that I've fallen asleep mid-read more than once! The dreamscape illustrations are mesmerizing and my 4-year-old can't get enough. It's beautiful in every way.

Melissa H.

Austin, TX

Nap time savior

Not just for bedtime — this book has saved naptime too! Something about the rhythm of the text and the soft illustrations makes my toddler drowsy within minutes. I've read it probably 300 times and I still love it.

Priya N.

San Francisco, CA

Lovely illustrations, text could be softer

The artwork is absolutely stunning — very dreamy and calming. The text is mostly wonderful but a couple of rhymes felt a bit forced. Used the editor to smooth them out and now it's perfect. Great customization feature!

Catherine B.

Brooklyn, NY

Gift that keeps on giving

Gave this as a baby shower gift and the parents were blown away. They said it's the only book that actually helps their baby calm down before sleep. Now I give DearTiny books at every baby shower. It's my signature gift!

Lisa G.

Denver, CO

A magical way to teach honesty

The Truth Fairy concept is so clever! My daughter was fascinated by the idea that telling the truth makes the fairy's wings glow. Now when she's tempted to fib, she whispers 'truth fairy' to herself. The personalized art is stunning.

Jason H.

Kansas City, MO

Better than any lecture about lying

My 5-year-old went through a fibbing phase and no amount of talking helped. This book did what we couldn't — it showed him through his own story why honesty matters. He asks to read it constantly. Worth every penny!

Patricia N.

Boise, ID

Charming story with beautiful morals

The fairy character design is absolutely adorable and my daughter loves the sparkly wing scenes. The honesty message comes through without being preachy. Great quality hardcover too. Only wish it came in a smaller travel size.

Rachel T.

Atlanta, GA

The glowing wings concept is genius

My kids are obsessed with the idea that truth makes the fairy's wings glow brighter. They've started saying 'my wings are glowing!' when they tell the truth. It turned honesty into a game. Absolutely brilliant storytelling.

Monica S.

Charlotte, NC

Replaced 'the boy who cried wolf'

We used to read 'The Boy Who Cried Wolf' to teach honesty, but the fear-based approach never sat right with me. The Truth Fairy uses positive reinforcement instead — glowing wings for truth! So much better. My daughter adores it.

Dr. James K.

San Francisco, CA

Child psychologist approved

I'm a child psychologist and I now recommend this book to every parent dealing with lying behaviors. The positive framing (truth = glowing wings vs lies = punishment) is exactly what the research supports. Plus the quality is amazing.

Amanda W.

Nashville, TN

Beautiful fairy illustrations

The fairy character is so enchanting — my daughter wants to be her for Halloween! The story teaches honesty gently and effectively. Took off one star because the ending felt a bit abrupt, but we still read it almost every night.

Robert S.

Columbus, OH

Confession breakthrough

Three days after reading this book, my 4-year-old came to me and confessed to breaking a vase two weeks ago. She said she wanted her 'truth wings to glow.' I cried. This book is changing our family dynamic.

Derek P.

Miami, FL

Great for younger kids

My 3-year-old loves the fairy and the sparkles. My 7-year-old thought it was a bit young for him. I'd say this is best suited for ages 3-5. The art is gorgeous regardless and the hardcover quality is excellent.

Sara M.

Austin, TX

Our whole family talks about the Truth Fairy now

Even my husband and I joke about our 'truth fairy wings glowing' now. This book has created a whole family culture around honesty. It's playful, positive, and the personalized illustrations make our daughter feel like a star.