Exporting Your Story
From screen to hands: every way to share, print, and treasure your personalized story
Bringing Your Story Into the World
You've crafted the perfect tale. Now it's time to share it—whether that means printing a keepsake, sending a digital gift across continents, or publishing to our reading app. Here's everything you need to know about exporting your creation.
Digital Downloads
PDF Export
The most versatile option. Your complete book as a high-resolution PDF, ready for:
- Viewing on tablets and computers
- Printing at home or local print shops
- Emailing to grandparents and friends
- Archiving in your digital library
Pro tip: Choose "Print Quality" for the crispest illustrations, or "Web Optimized" for smaller file sizes perfect for email.
Individual Page Images
Sometimes you need just one illustration—for a birthday card, social media, or framing. Export any page as a standalone PNG image at full resolution.
Print at Home
Transform your digital story into a physical book with supplies you already have.
What You'll Need:
- Color printer (inkjet or laser)
- Cardstock or quality printer paper
- Stapler, binding rings, or ribbon
Recommended Settings:
- Paper: Letter or A4
- Quality: Best/Highest
- Color: Full color
- Orientation: Landscape
Binding Ideas:
- Saddle stitch (staples in the fold) for short stories
- Hole punch + ribbon for a charming handmade look
- Binder rings for durability
- Laminate pages for toddler-proof books
Professional Print Orders
For museum-quality results that feel like real bookstore finds.
Hardcover Books
Our premium option. Durable binding, thick pages, and a cover that withstands hundreds of readings. Perfect for gifts and keepsakes.
- Sizes: 8"x8", 8"x10", 10"x10"
- Paper: 148 GSM silk finish
- Binding: Smyth-sewn for lay-flat reading
- Production: 5-7 business days
Softcover Books
Lighter, more affordable, equally magical. Great for everyday reading and classroom sets.
- Same size and paper options
- Perfect binding
- Production: 3-5 business days
Board Books
For our youngest readers. Thick, durable pages that survive teething, dropping, and enthusiastic page-turning.
- Size: 6"x6"
- Pages: Rounded corners, wipe-clean coating
- Production: 7-10 business days
Sharing Digitally
Read-Only Links
Generate a private link to share your story with anyone. They can flip through pages in their browser—no account needed. Perfect for:
- Long-distance grandparents
- Teachers who want to preview
- Social media teaser sharing
AnyTale Reading App
Publish your story to our companion app and read it on any device with beautiful animations and optional narration. Your story joins a private library synced across all your family's devices.
Export Checklist
Before you export, make sure:
- ✓ All pages are in your desired order
- ✓ Character names are spelled correctly
- ✓ You've reviewed each illustration
- ✓ Text is free of typos (our spellcheck helps!)
- ✓ You've chosen the right art style
Preserving Your Work
Every story you create is automatically saved to your account. But for extra peace of mind:
- Download a PDF backup after completion
- Stories remain accessible even if you downgrade plans
- Deleted stories can be recovered within 30 days
Your story deserves to be held, shared, and treasured. However you choose to bring it into the world, we've made sure it arrives in its best possible form.
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