A story thatfits exactlywhat your child needs right now
Bullying, a new sibling, fear of the dark, moving house. Tales for Now turns it into a personal, illustrated storybook, with your child in the leading role. You read everything for free before you order.
Stories that are actually about something.
Every story fits how your child experiences the world. The words, the situations, the way the message lands. Not too heavy, not too simple, just right. A four-year-old understands the world differently than an eight-year-old. Tales for Now knows that.
Most children's stories entertain. That's fine. But sometimes you want more. A story that's actually about something. That lets your child feel instead of just listen. No lessons, just a good story.
Tales for Now started with a simple question: why are there so few good stories about the things that really matter? That question came from a father of three boys. Bowie, Charlie, and Sam. The answer became Tales for Now.
Pick a theme. We write the story.
Pick what's coming up
Choose the theme that fits your child right now: bullying, big fears, a new sibling, moving. Then set the age and pick a genre: fairy tale, adventure, fantasy, or realistic.
Tell us who your child is
Add their name, choose the setting, and bring in the people who matter: little brother Tim, dog Boris, best friend Sara. This is a story of your child.
Read it first
The stories appear on your screen. You read them yourself, for free, before anything is paid. Only when you're happy do you order the book.
A book to keep
We illustrate the stories, print them as a hardcover book, and deliver it to your door. Expect about 10 working days. Your child's, forever.
What does your child need?
A glimpse of the themes our stories help children through.
Bullying
Coping with bullying, standing up for yourself and othersScreen time
Mindful use of tablets, phones, and gamesDiversity
Valuing differences and understanding inclusionGrief & loss
Coping with the loss of a loved one or petFriendship
Making friends, resolving conflict, being there for each otherConfidence
Believing in yourself and discovering your own strengthsNew family
Step-parents, step-siblings, and blended familiesMoving
Going somewhere new, saying goodbye, and starting freshFear
Coping with fear, nighttime worries, and anxietyBig feelings
Dealing with anger, frustration, and intense emotionsHonesty
The courage to tell the truth, even when it's hardNew baby
The arrival of a sibling and dealing with jealousyNew flavours
Discovering that unfamiliar food can be surprisingly tasty"Afterwards we had, for the first time, a real conversation about what had happened at school."
What does the book cost?
What story does your child
need?
Free sample without payment details · Ready in a few minutes
Maybe you were wondering…
How long is a story?
About five to ten minutes of reading aloud per story. Short enough to hold attention, long enough to leave something behind.
What exactly do I get?
A printed hardcover book (A5) with personal, illustrated stories starring your child, delivered to your door. You read every story online before you order.
How soon does the book arrive?
Every book is printed just for you. Expect about 10 working days after your order.
Can we keep rereading the book?
Yes, the book is yours. As often as your child wants. And the stories stay in your dashboard to reread anytime.
What age is Tales for Now for?
Every story is shaped to the age group you pick. We currently make stories for children ages 4 to 12.
What if the story isn't right?
You read the story before you pay. You only buy if you're happy with it.