Children's Book Workshop is the workshop for everyone who wants to create their own children's book – from the initial idea to the printed copy. The app is aimed at authors, parents and grandparents who want to give a personalized book as a gift, and anyone who has always had a story in mind. It's a tool for creating children's books – not a game or an app for children.
KAI, the little blue imp, guides you through the app.
YOUR STORY
• Writing Assistant: Build your story step by step – notes, bullet points, plot, outline, and finished text.
• 15 narrative structure templates, including the Rule of Three and Kishōtenketsu.
• Word counter to track your target length, version history, and chat for questions.
• Or import a finished short story.
• Book formats and age groups: board book, picture book, early reader, or chapter book. Page and word count are preset accordingly.
CHARACTERS AND WORLD
• Manage characters, locations, and objects all in one place.
• Multiple reference images per entry, one of which can be set as the main image.
• Define who or what appears in each scene.
ILLUSTRATIONS
• The AI divides your story into page-sized scenes and suggests an image idea for each one.
• Create or modify images directly in the app – in color or black and white.
• 20 ready-made drawing styles, from watercolor and comics to paper cutouts and 3D – or describe your own.
• Style and character references ensure that all images have a cohesive look.
• Change mood and perspective with the touch of a button.
• Your own photos and drawings can also be used.
• Image history: Every version is saved and can be restored.
DESIGNING THE BOOK
• Storybook Designer: Drag and drop page order, layout of image and text per page, preview as it will appear in the final book.
• Special pages: Cover, spine, dedication, author page, and imprint with ISBN and publisher information.
• Design the cover and back cover with AI if desired – title, author, and blurb appear directly on the image, if you like.
DESIGN AND PUBLISH
• Cinema mode: Present your book in full screen – with transitions, soundscapes, text-to-speech with word highlighting, hidden object games, and remote control via smartphone.
• Export as a print-ready PDF or as an ebook (EPUB), in A4, A5, square, or custom format.
• Audio recording: Have scenes read aloud or record your own voice – and export the book as an audiobook.
• Order your book as a physical, printed copy directly from the app, with price calculation and cover preview.
• Share a book as a read-only copy using a code or QR code.
OTHER TOOLS
• Editing: Readability and age-appropriateness checks, plus character consistency throughout the book.
• Marketing Kit: Blurb, keywords, and social media posts at the touch of a button.
• Storage for loose images, notes, and documents – turn any idea into a scene with a click.
• Author management across all your books.
• Optional cloud synchronization between your devices.
GOOD TO KNOW
• The app works completely offline without an account or AI. Your books remain on your device.
• The AI features require a free account and an internet connection. Input is transmitted to OpenAI. A one-time free trial is available.
• Images and text are generated by artificial intelligence. Results may vary – check them before publishing.
• The app is in beta: Features and appearance are subject to change. Feedback is welcome.
• You must be at least 16 years old to use an account.
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Write your own children's books, illustrate them with AI, and have them printed.