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StoryScribe®
Custom rhyming story

You've Been Good This Year

Celebrate Christmas with a personalized book from Santa featuring festive rhymes, family photos, and joyful memories your child will treasure forever.
Ages
0-7
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28
Pages
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Uses
13
+
of your photos
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Price:
$39.99
HARDCOVER
LAYFLAT
Size:
LARGE
MEDIUM
SMALL
Size:
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MEDIUM
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About this book

Special delivery! You've Been Good This Year is officially your next favorite holiday tradition. A heartfelt letter from Santa himself, made just for your child, using a very special blend of professional storytelling and custom personalized rhymes, this one-of-a-kind book highlights your child’s kindest, funniest, and most memorable moments from the year.

From helping others to learning something new, Santa has been paying close attention. This magical book gives your little one a chance to see all the special ways they’ve earned their place on this year's Nice List, told in a cozy, rhyming style they’ll want to hear again and again. With real photos and custom story details, this keepsake becomes a treasured part of your family’s holiday season. It’s not just a book, it’s a celebration of your child’s growing heart, wrapped up in a festive, memory-filled package. *U.S. Shipping Only.

Book details
Recommended ages
0-7
Photos required
13
Minimum
Story
Rhyming Couplets, 28 pages
Production time
3-5 business days, plus shipping
Ships to
U.S. only
Why families love it
  1. StoryScribe® allows you to completely personalize this book and tailor it just for your child and their unique memories! No two stories are alike!
  2. Personalized Christmas books like this one help children see the best in themselves, highlighting real moments of kindness, growth, and joy from throughout the year.
  3. Framed as a heartfelt letter from Santa, the story uses your own photos to make the holiday feel even more magical and meaningful.
  4. Festive rhymes nurture early literacy and make storytime during the holiday season even more memorable.
  5. Perfect for cozy December nights, Christmas Eve traditions, or celebrating your child’s place on the Nice List.
Ideal gift for...
  1. Children ages 2–7 who love holiday stories and seeing their own moments in print
  2. Parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and family friends searching for a personalized holiday gift that stands out
  3. Families starting a new Christmas tradition that encourages love, reflection, and kindness
  4. Anyone looking for a keepsake Santa letter book that brings joy year after year
Sizes & materials
Size
Layflat
Hardcover
Small
7x7"
6x6"
Medium
9x9"
8x8"
Large
12x12"
12x12"
Layflat
Premium

Our fan-favorite layflat books are made with the highest quality archival materials. With 190 GSM thick, bend-proof, stain-proof pages, they're built to last a lifetime, even in the toughest toddler hands. Our small layflat is our sturdiest book at 5/8" thick, the closest to a classic board book. Medium and large are 1/2" thick.

Hardcover
Classic

High-quality 100# luster photo paper with archival inks and a traditional PUR-bound binding. At 5/16" thick, our hardcovers make a beautiful, more economical gift.

Written, designed, printed, & shipped with love in the USA.
Shipping & returns
Fast, trackable shipping
Anywhere in the U.S.  See our shipping policy
Happiness guarantee
We'll make it right if you're not delighted.
Hassle-free replacements
Books that arrive damaged are replaced. It doesn't happen often, but if it does, we've got your back.
How StoryScribe® works
Three easy steps. We handle the rhymes.
1
Upload your photos
Straight from your computer, phone, or tablet. From professional shots to everyday snapshots, they all print beautifully.
2
Describe each photo
Add a few words about who or what is in each image: a loved one, a special moment, a favorite memory.
3
We write it in rhyme
StoryScribe® writes custom rhyming verses for each page. Preview your book and edit anything you like before you order.
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Science-Backed for Developmental Growth

Grounded in early childhood development research, our books help foster memory recall, social-emotional development, and a sense of belonging.
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Makes the Perfect Gift

A one-of-a-kind keepsake that celebrates real family moments. Thoughtful, personal, and treasured for years to come by your littles.
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Our Mission

For every Stareworthy book sold, we donate $1 to a children's hospital, helping to bring joy and comfort to families in need. Learn More 
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Created With Love In USA

Lovingly written and designed in Charleston, South Carolina, and crafted with care by our US-based printing partners using the highest quality materials.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before you start personalizing.
What makes Stareworthy books different from other personalized children's books?
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Stareworthy isn’t about making up stories. It’s about preserving the real ones. While many personalized books focus on imaginative tales, ours pair your actual family photos with rhyming text written for young children, celebrating real experiences, real relationships, and real memories.
What educational value do Stareworthy books have?
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Our books combine two powerful tools for early development: family photos and rhyming text. Seeing loved ones in photos helps children build a sense of identity, belonging, and emotional security, while rhyme helps them recognize sound patterns, anticipate words, and build the phonemic awareness that’s foundational for reading.
How does personalization work?
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You’ll upload your photos, names, and/or photo descriptions throughout the story and can add a free custom dedication on the first page. You can preview your entire book before purchasing, so you’ll know exactly what you’re getting. Photos can come from your phone, tablet, computer, or a gallery link like Google Drive or Dropbox. For the best experience, we recommend creating your book on a desktop computer. Need help?Watch our how to video.
Are my smartphone photos good enough to print?
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Yes! Most modern smartphones capture high-resolution images that are perfect for your Stareworthy book. We’ve personally tested hundreds of smartphone photos (even in our largest book sizes) and they print beautifully. That said, there are a few things can impact print quality.Learn more about image quality here.
Can I save my book and finish it later?
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Yes! Your progress can be saved as you work, so you can gather photos at your own pace and come back anytime to complete your book.
Can I send my book directly to someone as a gift?
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Yes! Just enter the recipient’s address at checkout. Our prices are left off the packaging slip to make gifting from far away even easier.
Can I order more than one copy?
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Absolutely. Extra copies make wonderful gifts for grandparents. Simply type in your desired quantity in your cart and you're good to go.
How long will it take to receive my book?
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Typically, our books take about 1-2 weeks to craft and deliver, depending on the chosen shipping method. Production time for our books is 3-5 business days. After your book is printed and bound, it will be shipped using your chosen shipping speed. Around high-traffic times (like Holiday seasons), it may take more time for production and delivery.
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Size Guide
Find the right book size.
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7x7"
Small
9x9"
Medium
12x12"
Large
6x6"
Small
8x8"
Medium
12x12"
Large
Size
Layflat
Hardcover
Small
7 x 7"
6 x 6"
Medium
9 x 9"
8 x 8"
Large
12 x 12"
12 x 12"
Thickness
5/8" (S), 1/2" (M, L)
5/16" (all sizes)
Most toddler-proof
Small layflat: our thickest pages, closest to a classic board book.
Most popular gifts
Small layflats and medium hardcovers are our most popular.