Question 1

What is DearTiny?

Accepted Answer

DearTiny is a platform for creating personalized children's books where your child becomes the hero of the story. Using AI, we generate Pixar-quality 3D illustrations that feature your child's actual likeness. Books are printed as premium hardcover books and shipped to your door.

Question 2

How is this different from other personalized books?

Accepted Answer

Unlike competitors who only insert a name into a template, DearTiny uses advanced AI to create a cartoon character from your child's photo that appears consistently on every page. We also offer fully custom AI-generated stories — no one else in the market does this.

Question 3

What age range are the books designed for?

Accepted Answer

Our books are designed for children ages 2-10. We have age-appropriate stories for toddlers (2-4), kids (5-7), and pre-teens (8-10). Each story's vocabulary and themes are carefully calibrated to the target age group.

Question 4

How much does a personalized book cost?

Accepted Answer

A single hardcover book costs $49.99. With a DearTiny+ subscription at $39.99/month, you get one personalized book each month plus 20% off merchandise. Buying 2+ books at once gets a bulk discount of $39.99 each.

Question 5

What is DearTiny+ subscription?

Accepted Answer

DearTiny+ is our monthly subscription at $39.99/month. You get 1 personalized book per month, 20% off all merchandise, free standard shipping, and the ability to rollover unused books (up to 3). Cancel anytime with no commitment.

Question 6

Do you offer refunds?

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Yes! We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not completely satisfied with your book's quality, we'll either reprint it or give you a full refund. No questions asked.

Question 7

Can I use a promo code?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Enter your promo code during checkout. Promo codes apply automatically to your order total. They cannot be combined with other discounts except the subscription discount.

Question 8

How does the photo personalization work?

Accepted Answer

Upload a clear, front-facing photo of your child. Our AI analyzes their facial features and creates a consistent cartoon character that looks like them. This character appears on every page of the book, maintaining the same look throughout the story.

Question 9

What kind of photo works best?

Accepted Answer

A well-lit, front-facing photo with the child looking at the camera works best. Avoid sunglasses, hats covering the face, or heavily filtered images. The photo should clearly show the child's face.

Question 10

Can I create a fully custom story?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Our custom book creation lets you choose the topic, select side characters, pick an art style (Pixar 3D, Watercolor, Classic Storybook, Anime, or Comic), set the tone, and even add special story elements. The AI generates a unique story just for your child.

Question 11

Can I edit the text and layout?

Accepted Answer

Yes! After generation, you can use our interactive page editor to adjust text placement, change fonts, colors, and sizes. You have full control over the final look of every page.

Question 12

How long does shipping take?

Accepted Answer

Standard shipping within the US takes 3-5 business days after printing. International shipping takes 7-14 business days. Expedited shipping options are available at checkout.

Question 13

What is the book quality like?

Accepted Answer

Our books are printed as premium 11" × 8.5" landscape hardcovers on thick, vibrant matte pages. They are printed in the USA by Gelato, a leading print-on-demand partner. The quality rivals any bookstore children's book.

Question 14

Do you ship internationally?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We ship to over 30 countries. International shipping costs and delivery times vary by destination. Exact costs are calculated at checkout.

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