# Blossom Reads > Personalised illustrated children's storybooks. Each book features the child as the main character, with words and illustrations shaped by their photos and details. Available in softcover or hardcover; current options and prices are shown on each story recipe page. ## Products - [Story Recipes](https://www.blossomreads.com/story-recipes): Browse narrative blueprints, from detective and nursery rhymes to STEM, fantasy and more - [Story Recipe Artwork Gallery](https://www.blossomreads.com/book-gallery): Browse public catalogue covers and visual story worlds, not customer books ## How It Works Customers enter the reader's name and age, upload reference photos, choose a story recipe, and answer a few tailored questions. Blossom Reads creates a personalised storybook. Customers receive a digital proof, can request changes, and approve it before printing. ## About - [About Us](https://www.blossomreads.com/about-us): How a reader's details and photos become a proof-approved printed book - [Blog](https://www.blossomreads.com/blog): Practical guidance on choosing storybooks and meaningful personalisation ## Specifications - Format: Softcover or hardcover picture book, approximately 22 x 22 cm - Pages: Current page and story options are shown on each story recipe page - Paper: Premium coated pages designed for repeat reading - Shipping: Supported destinations, services and estimates are shown at checkout ## Order - [Create Your Book](https://order.blossomreads.com): Start a personalised book preview