BoekjesAtelier
Inspiration
With BoekjesAtelier you create a personal book in a few steps. You start with a photo of your child and then choose the style and the story. On this page we show what's possible with plenty of examples.
Step 1: Start with a photo of your child
Upload a photo of your child, enter the name and optionally pick the gender. With that we create a main character that truly resembles your child.
- ✓A clear photo in which your child is clearly visible
- ✓Your child's name
- ✓Optional: the gender
Based on the photo we sometimes already suggest a theme as a starting point.
Step 2: Choose the style, the story and an optional sidekick
In the story step you set the mood and the story. For the style you can upload an inspiration photo — such as a birth announcement, nursery or stuffed animal — or pick a predefined theme. You also decide on the story elements yourself:
- ✓A sidekick: a second character such as a brother, sister, grandpa, grandma, pet or stuffed animal
- ✓Hobbies of the child
- ✓Name of a stuffed animal
- ✓Hobbies of the parents
- ✓Holiday country
- ✓A deeper message (friendship, courage, perseverance)
- ✓What kind of story you want (adventurous, exciting, sweet, dreamy, etc.)
If you leave the story elements empty, we'll come up with a fun story ourselves.
Step 3: Review your book and adjust it
You stay in control. We prepare a first version of the complete book, then you review everything in a preview and keep adjusting until it's exactly right.
- ✓Pick the main character yourself from several variants
- ✓Review the cover, title page and all illustrations
- ✓Not happy? Have the text or an illustration redone, or pick a different cover
- ✓Steer illustrations with your own feedback
- ✓Only order once you're completely happy — as a premium hardcover
Nothing is set in stone: you stay in charge of the final result.
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From Birth Announcement to Children's Book
Read how Yara's birth announcement became the basis for a complete example book on the blog.
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Examples
From birth card to children's book
James
James steps into his wicker basket, his teddy bear firmly by his side. In his blue-striped hot air balloon, he rises above the canals of Amsterdam. What starts as an ordinary flight quickly turns into an exciting mission when a yellow pennant breaks loose and drifts toward a tall church tower. James doesn't hesitate for a moment. Skillfully steering his balloon through the clouds, he chases after the pennant. Will he manage to grab it in time?
Olivia
In the quiet of the night, Olivia climbs upward, above the clouds. There she sees a little rabbit that can't reach the golden moon. The creature seems to need help. Olivia doesn't think twice. Using the threads of the stars, she draws closer and gently lifts the rabbit onto the crescent moon. Soon after, a fluffy white owl joins them. Together they find a cozy spot in the moonlight.
From nursery to children's book
Liam
Liam has a plan: he wants to find a secret planet to hold a special feast. But the planet is well hidden, behind a thick layer of clouds. Determined, Liam builds a sturdy rocket from his building blocks. With a bag full of cookies, he sets off on a journey among the stars. Will he find the hidden planet? Luckily he's not alone. Together with his sister Amy, he experiences a tasty adventure in space before returning home satisfied.
Mila
Princess Mila is ready for the grand ball at the pink castle, but her favorite doll is somewhere else. Determined to retrieve it, Mila sets out on a special journey. Along the way she faces surprises: a wide river blocking the path and high clouds she must climb. With clever solutions and plenty of courage, Mila always finds a way to continue. Will she make it back in time for the party?
From stuffed animal to children's book
Bobbie
Bobbie is ready to go to sleep. But the fluffy orange fox in his room thinks otherwise. It jumps on the bed, builds a tower of pillows, and keeps bouncing around. How do you calm down such an energetic friend? Bobbie tries everything: catching it under the blanket, searching under the duvet, and finally… an extra firm hug. Slowly the room grows quiet and Bobbie can finally fall asleep.
Otis
Otis has a goal: he wants to reach the top of the tall Crystal Mountain to look out over the entire dino valley. But the path upward is not easy. In the dense forest, small dinosaurs jump at his feet and obstacles lie everywhere. Luckily Otis gets help from a brave Triceratops. Together they carve their way through ferns, run past giant dinosaurs, and leap over a wide river. Step by step they get closer to the top. Will they make it?
There are many more possibilities. Think of a book for a birthday, Mother's Day, becoming a big brother or sister, and much more.
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