A Halloween storybook starring your pet
Halloween is the one night your pet’s costume gets the attention it deserves. The Halloween theme puts them in a story of pumpkins, moonlit adventures and trick-or-treat mischief, more spooky-fun than spooky.
Pick their costume (a wizard, a pumpkin, a tiny dragon) and the story is written around it: the quest for the best treats on the street, the mystery of the squeaking door, or the night they bravely guarded the house from a very friendly ghost.
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Costume of your choice
Describe the costume and it appears on every spread.
Not too scary
Kid-safe by design: glowing pumpkins and friendly ghosts, nothing gruesome.
Seasonal keepsake
A fun one to read every October and share with friends.
Step by step
- 1
Upload their photos
One clear photo is enough; three is best: the face at eye level, a full body from the side, and any distinctive marking. iPhone photos are fine.
- 2
Tell us about them
Their name, a story theme, and up to three details that make them who they are: what they love, a silly habit, their best friend.
- 3
Pick an art style
Compare styles side by side, from Storybook Watercolour to Old Master Portrait. Penwrite suggests one for your theme.
- 4
See the preview
In about a minute: two portraits to choose from, a cover with their name, and the first page of the story. One free restyle.
- 5
Make the book
Twelve illustrated spreads appear page by page. Edit any line, re-roll any picture, add a dedication, then download the PDF or share the flipbook.
- 1 to 4 photos of your pet (3 recommended)
- Their name and species
- A story theme and an art style
- Optional details: what they love, a silly habit, their best friend
- A 12-spread illustrated story (24 interior pages and a cover)
- Your pet drawn consistently from their photos on every page
- A character portrait in your chosen style
- Screen PDF and print-ready PDF
- A private flipbook link to share with family
- Editable text and a dedication page
Previews are free for signed-in users during the 7-day Pro trial. Making the full book uses a Pro book credit (Pro includes one a month), and downloading or printing needs a paid plan.
Example pages
Illustrative artwork shown while sample books are being made.
Making it special
- You do not need a photo of them in costume; a clear everyday photo works.
- Noir Detective and Comic Hero styles make fun Halloween twists.
- Mention any real trick-or-treat route or neighbours you would like to appear.
Storybook Watercolour
Soft watercolour washes, warm pastels and gentle pencil outlines: the classic look of a bedtime picture book.
Best for bedtime stories, first books for toddlers, gentle gifts for grandparents.
Old Master Portrait
A 17th-century oil painting: chiaroscuro light, a velvet cloak and lace ruff, a dark umber background and fine craquelure.
Best for regal pet portraits, funny gifts for adults, "royal" story covers.
Fairy-tale Classic
Golden-age fairy-tale illustration: fine pen line, muted watercolour wash, enchanted forests and a storybook border feel.
Best for bedtime stories, keepsake books, quest adventures.
Hand-painted Anime Film
A hand-painted animated-film look: soft cel-shaded characters, lush painterly backgrounds, towering clouds and warm afternoon light.
Best for adventure stories, countryside and seaside settings, teens and adults.
Comic Hero
Bold inked comic-book art with halftone dots, a flowing cape, an eye mask and vivid primary colours. No real superhero costumes or emblems.
Best for superhero adventures, birthdays, gamer and comic fans.
Mid-century Storybook
A 1950s children’s book look: gouache texture, a limited warm palette and rounded, friendly shapes.
Best for nostalgic gifts, grandparents, Christmas books.
Frequently asked
Do I need a photo of my pet in costume?
No. Describe the costume and it is drawn onto your pet from their everyday photos.
Is it too scary for small children?
No. Halloween stories are written to be playful and kid-safe.
Will it really look like my pet?
It draws from your photos rather than a breed list, and describes your pet back to you before illustrating so you can correct anything. Three good photos give the most consistent results across all twelve spreads.
Is the preview free?
Yes, for signed-in users during the free 7-day Pro trial. Making the full book uses a Pro book credit (Pro includes one a month), and downloading or printing needs a paid plan.
A Halloween storybook starring your pet
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