How to turn any idea into personalized illustrated storybooks

The Rundown: Google's new storybook feature transforms your ideas, memories, and documents into beautifully illustrated 10-page books with read-aloud narration in over 45 languages.

🧰 Who is this useful for:

• Parents creating engaging bedtime stories for their children
• Educators explaining complex concepts through visual storytelling
• Family members preserving memories in creative story format
• Content creators developing illustrated narratives for any purpose

STEP 1: Access the Storybook Feature

Head over to the Gemini app. Once you're in, look for the “Storybook” option under the Gems section in the menu, and simply start typing your storybook prompt directly in the chat.

For your first story, try a simple prompt like: “Create a storybook about a brave little mouse who discovers a hidden library.”

STEP 2: Create Stories in Your Native Language

One of the most powerful features is the ability to create stories in multiple languages. To create a Spanish story, simply write your prompt in Spanish or specify the language in your request.

Example prompt: "Crea un libro de cuentos sobre una niña que viaja por el espacio y descubre planetas mágicos" or "Create a storybook in Spanish about a girl who travels through space and discovers magical planets."

STEP 3: Upload Personal Documents for Custom Stories

You can also upload photos, documents, or files to create deeply personal stories. For instance, upload a summary of your career achievements and use this prompt:

"Create a storybook for my children that explains my career journey in a fun and engaging way. Turn my professional experiences into an adventure story where the main character overcomes challenges and grows stronger."

You can also upload family photos and ask: "Create a storybook based on these family vacation photos, turning our trip into a magical adventure."

STEP 4: Customize and Share Your Creation

Once your storybook is generated (usually takes 1-2 minutes), you can customize it further by asking for specific changes: "Make the illustrations more colorful" or "Add more dialogue between characters."

Your finished storybook will include read-aloud narration, and you can share it via a public link, print it directly from your browser, or save it for offline reading.

Pro tip: Be specific in your prompts and include details about characters, settings, and themes. The more context you provide, the more personalized and engaging your storybook will be.