A story for the evening

Create your own bedtime story A little adventure. A gentle ending.

A favorite soft toy, a day at preschool, or a friendly moon: turn a small idea into an illustrated book for your time reading together.

Mila makes a glowing paper moon lantern in the evening while a cat watches
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Start with something familiar

Choose a character your child likes: an animal, an imaginary friend, or a favorite person. A familiar place such as a bedroom or garden gives the story a simple starting point.

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Keep the plot manageable

A small wish or a friendly discovery can be enough for an evening story. A character might find a lantern, bring an animal a blanket, or say goodnight to the day. State explicitly that you do not want frightening or frantic scenes.

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Describe the ending in your idea

Tell AI how the story should end: everyone is home, the lantern glows, and the adventure is complete. This gives the story a clear direction. It does not guarantee a calming effect or better sleep.

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A description to try

“A little fox finds a moon lantern in the evening. He brings it home with his mother. Write a gentle story without danger, with short sentences and a cozy ending. Illustrate it in warm watercolor colors.”

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Match the reading level and length

Choose one of five reading levels for your reading situation. Start with four pages when time is short. Select the book’s language and art style too; the website language does not decide your story’s language.

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Read it yourself first

Review the finished book before reading it together. AI may produce unexpected details or unsuitable passages. As you read aloud, you can discuss the pictures, change names, or tell a sentence in your own words.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I include names and favorite characters?

Yes. Include them in your description and briefly explain their roles. Optionally add photos as character references.

How long should a bedtime story be?

It depends on your reading time. A four-page book is a manageable starting point. The reading level also affects how simple or detailed the text will be.

Can I create the story in German?

Yes. Choose your book’s language when creating it. There are 16 languages available.

Do I need a subscription to read the story?

No. Open your own finished books in your library. New books are created using credits; a subscription is not required.

Real PictureBook illustrations

No two ideas look the same

Watercolor, colored pencil, or paper collage: explore different visual worlds.

A small gray mouse wearing a big blue woolly hat and a red scarf in a meadow
Friendship · WatercolorNix and the Big Hat
Fini, a little fox, sits beside his mother outside their den, with short German story text in the image
Feeling safe · Text in the imageKleiner Fuchs
Mila makes a glowing paper moon lantern in the evening while a cat watches
Evening mood · WatercolorMila und die Mondlaterne

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