The Grand Sandcastle Dream

Every Genie in a Book story starts with a simple idea.

Maybe your child will discover the magic of turning imagination into reality with a wave of a shovel and a sprinkle of sand. This heartwarming tale celebrates big dreams, the joy of creating something new, and learning that even the smallest builders can create something extraordinary with a little help from unexpected places.

You don't need to write a full story. Just describe the kind of adventure you want to create. Who is your child in the story? What kind of world do they step into?

Noah finds a shimmering blue bucket and a silver shovel at the beach. Whenever Noah uses them, the sand turns into grand, glittering castles, each one bringing new, playful creatures to life. One day, a mischievous tide threatens to wash away the most magnificent castle Noah has built, and Noah must find a way to save it and its new sandy friends.

Story Prompt

What You Can Create

Personalized Storybook

Your child becomes the hero of their own adventure
Custom illustrations inspired by their photo
Choose from full-color storybooks or coloring book editions
Printed, bound, and delivered to your door
Perfect for gifts, keepsakes, and bedtime reading

Every book is one-of-a-kind. No templates, no pre-written stories — just a magical adventure that belongs to your child.

Pricing & Formats

Choose the perfect format for your personalized storybook

Coloring Book

Creative fun for little hands

Paperback

Perfect for everyday reading

Hardcover

Built to last a lifetime

Features	Coloring	Paperback	Hardcover
Full-color illustrations
Line art for coloring
Premium hardcover binding
Illustration refinements	20	20	30
Great for gifting

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Paperback + Coloring

Read it, then color it

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Create a personalized storybook in minutes. Upload a photo, choose a story, and watch the magic happen.