Our lives are full of stories. We help you preserve them.
Gift your loved one a personalized keepsake that celebrates their journey — beautifully compiled into a hardcover book to be cherished for generations.
Stories are a gift that should be captured and celebrated.
Preserve the unique experiences and memories of your loved ones in a beautifully crafted book that will last a lifetime.
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Share meaningful moments
Weekly stories to strengthen connections with loved ones, across any distance.
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Preserve your memories
Capture your family's most treasured moments to share with future generations.
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Discover Untold Stories
Uncover the hidden gems of your loved ones' lives through their personal stories.
Start crafting Their story today
Whether it’s a memoir, a family history, or a special tribute, find the style that best suits your loved one.
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Parents
Preserving Memories
Let your loved one share their lifetime of wisdom.Regular price $79.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Loved Ones
I'm Writing A Book About You
Create a custom book to celebrate someone special in your life.Regular price $79.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
Couples
The Story of Us
For couples to capture key moments and milestones together.Regular price $79.00Regular priceUnit price / per -
early years
Baby's First Moments
For parents to chronicle the early years of your child’s life.Regular price $79.00Regular priceUnit price / per
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Superior Quality
Up to 500 pages of durable, quality printing
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Easy Storytelling
Voice-to-text transcription available
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Make it uniquely yours
Unique, customizable cover options
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Peace of Mind Guarantee
30 day money-back guarantee
Reviews from our storytellers & gifters
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Over 15,000 happy customers
Reviews from our storytellers & gifters
“definitely worth the time”"This was gifted by my daughter and is definitely worth the time. What I got in the end is simply stunning. The book itself was lovely, and it was wonderful to be able to share stories with my daughter that I had never told her before."
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Over 15,000 happy customers
Reviews from our storytellers & gifters
“Best gift ever!”"Oh my goodness! I love getting my parent's response each week as they are working on completing their book in a year. So special to hear in their words about important moments in their lives."
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Over 15,000 happy customers
Reviews from our storytellers & gifters
“Turned out to be the best gift I've ever given my mom!”"This gift has become a treasured part of our lives, bringing us closer together and creating a legacy that will be cherished for generations to come. It is a precious keepsake that captures the essence of a person's life, filled with love, memories, and heartfelt reflections."
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Over 15,000 happy customers
Reviews from our storytellers & gifters
“Great keepsake”This is an amazing keepsake for a parent or grandparent to leave stories and memories for the next generation. Wish I found it sooner
Colleen
Capturing Memories Made Easy
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Step 1
Choose Your Book Type
Choose the perfect book type from our diverse collection that best tells your loved one’s story.
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Step 2
Receive Weekly Story Prompts
We’ll send inspiring weekly questions for you or your loved one to answer and share photos.
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Step 3
Choose a bookcover you love
Choose a cover from our beautifully designed covers to create a keepsake that’s truly yours.
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Step 4
Share in the gift of every Story
We print their stories in a high-quality book, perfect for passing down to future generations.
Effortless Storytelling with Voice-to-Text
For those who prefer speaking over typing, simply speak, and we'll do the rest—keeping every story authentic and true to voice.
Uncover memories with simple, thoughtful questions
Our 1-Year Story Prompt Program delivers weekly, flexible prompts that make capturing your loved one's stories simple, meaningful, and fully customizable.
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Preserving MemoriesWhat was your favorite childhood memory?Childhood
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Preserving MemoriesDid you have siblings? How was your relationship?Childhood
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Preserving MemoriesWho were your childhood friends and adventures?Childhood
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Preserving MemoriesWhat was your favorite toy growing up?Childhood
A Gift They’ll Treasure Forever
Gift something truly meaningful—a book with My Life in a Book. They’ll explore, share, and preserve stories that shaped their life.
Have a Question?
If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for here, ask our Support Team, or contact us and we’ll be happy to help.
Who’s My Life in a Book?
We’re so glad you asked! My Life in a Book helps people capture their life stories in beautiful, personalized books. Our prompt-based program makes it easy to turn memories into a keepsake that can be treasured for generations.
What kind of questions do you have?
We’ve crafted thousands of thoughtful questions, covering everything from childhood memories to life lessons. Each account starts with 52 pre-selected questions—perfect for a year of storytelling—but you can swap any question using our extensive library or even add your own to make it truly personal. You can explore a range of questions for each book type using our shuffling tool using this link.
Can I choose the questions?
Yes! You can handpick the questions that mean the most to you, ensuring every story feels personal and true to you and your gift recipient.
Can I add my own questions?
Absolutely! You’re welcome to add your own questions to make the experience even more personal.
Which languages are available for your books?
We offer question sets in a variety of languages, including English, French, Spanish,
Italian, Korean, Japanese, Chinese, German, Arabic, Hebrew, Dutch, and
Portuguese.
How much does it cost?
Pricing starts at $79 for a one-year Story Prompt Program which includes one full-color keepsake book.
Can I order additional copies after the initial purchase?
Yes, you can order extra copies of your book at any time. Each extra copy costs $30.
Where do you ship to?
We ship worldwide! Shipping is free for customers in the USA, Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand, as well as all countries in the European Union. For other countries, a shipping fee per package applies, ranging from $5 to $15, depending on the destination.
Hear it from our Customers
Discover Stories from Our Community
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“I ordered for my father, and he enjoys answering the questions and building a book to leave us kids. It’s one of the best presents I’ve ever given him. I highly recommend this to all those adult children looking for a special gift for their older family members.”
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“This was gifted by my daughter and is definitely worth the time. What I got in the end is simply stunning. The book itself was lovely, and it was wonderful to be able to share stories with my daughter that I had never told her before.”
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“I had an outstanding experience with this company! Their system is incredibly user-friendly, making it easy for anyone to write a book. The final product looks amazing, and I am thrilled to be able to give such a special gift. ”
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“My daughter purchased this for me for Christmas. I’ve enjoyed reminiscing about so many things in my life. I had forgotten many special days & times with family that brought me joy & hopefully will bring joy to my daughters and grandchildren when complete.”
- Ellen
Join thousands who’ve turned memories into beautiful keepsakes.
Explore our variety of books and start preserving your loved ones’ stories today.