Gift for grandparents
A comic book gift for Grandma or Grandpa
Grandparents often have everything except a reason for the grandkids to read with them. Make them the hero of a comic book the whole family can flip through, from one photo.
A book for the whole family
A comic book with Grandpa as the explorer or Grandma as the secret agent gives children something to read aloud and point at. It also gives grandparents something to hold that is about them, not another sweater.
Because it is a printed book, it does not need a screen, a password or a Wi-Fi network. That matters for the relatives who prefer paper.
Getting it right
Use a clear recent photo, or a favorite older one if you want them drawn as they were. Add a few details from family life, such as a fishing trip, a famous recipe or the garden, and the story can work them in.
For a bigger project, the Life Story book turns a set of photos from different decades into an illustrated history of their life. Many families give it for an eightieth birthday or a retirement.
How it works
- 1Upload one photo
A clear photo of the hero. We check it on your device and warn you if it looks blurry or dark.
- 2Pick the adventure
Choose a story, an art style and a few details that make it theirs.
- 3See it free, then order
Preview the cover and a sample page before paying. Digital in minutes, or printed and shipped.
Digital book $18.99 路 Printed from $35.99. Standard shipping is included. Sales tax, where it applies, is added at checkout.
We check every book before it goes to print.
Story ideas that suit grandparents
- The Time Traveler
A journey through history, which suits someone who actually lived through some of it.
- The Superhero
Grandpa with the cape, Grandma with the powers, and a story made for reading to the grandkids.
- The Pirate Adventure
High seas, buried treasure and a legendary crew, with them as captain.
- The Birthday Adventure
A milestone birthday turned into a story they star in.
Questions
Can I mention the grandchildren?
Yes. The optional details box takes names and favorite things to include. The illustrations are built around the grandparent in the photo, so check the free preview to see how it reads.
Can I ship it to a different address?
Yes. Printed books go to the address you enter at checkout, so it can go straight to the grandparents.
What if I only have an old photo?
A clear photo of the face works, even if it is not recent. The create page warns you if the photo is too small, blurry or dark.
Is there something bigger for a milestone birthday?
Yes. The Life Story book illustrates a whole life from several of their photos.