Question 1

How do I personalise this book?

Accepted Answer

It really couldn't be easier. Just add their first name, and the whole story is created using the letters of their name. Each letter gets its own unique animal to deliver it (even letters that repeat twice!).

We've designed six little characters to choose from, for both boy and girl. Select their gender, then choose from a selection of hair and skin tone options.

Make your gift even more special by adding your own personal message to the first page. We'll print up to 400 characters and 10 lines right at the start of the story – for free.

Lastly, choose a cover as a final flourish. We've designed four fabulous covers, each featuring an amazing watercolour illustration.

Question 2

What age is this book for?

Accepted Answer

It's the perfect gift to welcome a new baby to the world. We'd say it's a lovely keepsake to remember their first year.

Question 3

What occasion is it best to buy for?

Accepted Answer

This book is perfect for new baby arrivals and christenings. It's an especially good gift if you're a grandparent, auntie, uncle, godparent or simply a well-wishing friend who'd like to be considered responsible for planting the seed for a baby's lifelong love of books!

Question 4

How is a newborn book different to other baby books?

Accepted Answer

Our newborn book is an adorable personalised book designed especially for new babies. The book is all about a tribe of magical animal friends, all of whom visit the new baby, bringing with them a letter from the baby's name. Along the way, the animals will impart nuggets of worldly wisdom about what the baby will be like when he or she grows up.

Question 5

Do you have any other books for new babies?

Accepted Answer

We do! Take a look at our full collection of books for the very littlest ones. From gifts to reassure new parents to stories to soothe babies to sleep, there's something to welcome every little one to the world in splendid fashion.

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