Question 1

What is a Fabolia book?

Accepted Answer

An illustrated book where your child is the hero. The story is written just for them, characters are created from your photos, and it’s designed like a children’s picture book: thirteen illustrations, twelve of which are double-page spreads.

Question 2

What is the printed book’s format?

Accepted Answer

A 21 × 28 cm album (portrait), with 32 inner pages, printed on silky coated 170 g/m² paper with matte lamination. Softcover in Premium, hardcover in Deluxe.

Question 3

What exactly does the digital version include?

Accepted Answer

A 13-page illustrated PDF: the cover, then one double-page spread per story page. It’s the full book—nothing is removed compared to the printed version.

Question 4

Is each book truly unique?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The story is written specifically for your order, and the illustrations are created just for that book. Two books based on the same theme will have different text and images.

Question 5

From what age?

Accepted Answer

The books are designed to be read aloud from age 3, then read alone a little later. The narration style greatly influences the reading: the classic tale suits younger children, the epic tone fits older readers.

Question 6

Who can be the hero of the book?

Accepted Answer

The child, of course, but also their doudou, pet, a parent, or grandparent. This choice is made at the first step and completely changes the book.

Question 7

How many characters can a book have?

Accepted Answer

Up to four: one hero and three companions. Brother, sister, friend, parent, grandparent, doudou, pet, or magical object — combinations are unlimited.

Question 8

Is a photo required?

Accepted Answer

Yes, for every real person in the book: the photo ensures the likeness. A doudou or pet can also be photographed, which is highly recommended. Only an invented magical object is described with words.

Question 9

How is the likeness achieved?

Accepted Answer

Each photo is used to create an illustrated character in the chosen style. This character remains consistent from page to page: same face, hairstyle, outfit, from start to finish.

Question 10

Can we create a book for an adult, couple, or company?

Accepted Answer

Not at the moment. These worlds exist in our studio but aren’t available for order yet: we prefer to offer them when they reach the quality of children’s books. Today, Fabolia does one thing only.

Question 11

How long does it take?

Accepted Answer

The questionnaire takes about five minutes. The story is then sent to you for review, followed by the illustrations: allow a few minutes between each step while everything is produced.

Question 12

What worlds and themes are offered?

Accepted Answer

Seven worlds — adventure, sports, nature, magic, emotions, celebrations, everyday life — and forty-one themes within them: pirates, dinosaurs, space, dance, forest, magic school, fear of the dark, birthday, cooking, and many more.

Question 13

Can we invent the story completely?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and it’s a full path, not a fallback option. You describe what you have in mind — a memory, a family joke, a fear to tame — and the story is written from your description.

Question 14

What illustration styles are available?

Accepted Answer

Five: 3D Animation, Watercolor, 2D Cartoon, Pastel Pencil, and Kawaii. You see a real example of each style before choosing, and the chosen style applies to all pages.

Question 15

Can we change the way the story is told?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Five narration tones are offered: immersive first-person, classic tale, funny adventure, magical and poetic, or epic. It's the book's voice and greatly changes the read-aloud experience.

Question 16

Can I add a dedication?

Accepted Answer

Yes, when ordering. It’s printed in the book — often the page you’ll reread years later.

Question 17

How does the approval process work?

Accepted Answer

In two steps. First, you receive the full story to review and either approve or request a rewrite. Then the illustrations arrive and you approve them one by one. Only after your approval is the book assembled and printed if your plan includes it.

Question 18

How many times can I request corrections?

Accepted Answer

As many times as needed before your final approval. A misspelled name, a face that doesn’t look right, an outfit changing from page to page: just tell us and the page will be regenerated.

Question 19

What if I don’t like the result at all?

Accepted Answer

Contact us instead of approving. Our support team doesn’t just respond — they can trigger a new generation, fix a character, or redo a page on our side.

Question 20

Do I have a deadline to approve?

Accepted Answer

Take all the time you need. Nothing is printed until you give your approval, and your order stays accessible in your account.

Question 21

What’s the difference between the three plans?

Accepted Answer

Basic, at €14.90: the book in PDF format. Premium, at €29.90: the printed softcover album, delivered to your home. Deluxe, at €39.90: the PDF and hardcover album, delivered to your home. Both printed plans include a shipping fee contribution of €2.45 – €4.90 depending on the plan, shown before payment; the fully digital Basic plan has none.

Question 22

What payment methods do you accept?

Accepted Answer

Visa, Mastercard, and American Express cards via Stripe. Your bank details never pass through our servers. This is a one-time payment, no subscription.

Question 23

What is the delivery time?

Accepted Answer

The PDF is available immediately after your approval. For printed plans, allow 5 to 7 business days for production and delivery within mainland France, plus a shipping fee contribution of €2.45 – €4.90 depending on the plan, added to the plan price.

Question 24

Are shipping fees extra?

Accepted Answer

Partly. Printed packages add a flat shipping fee contribution of €2.45 – €4.90 depending on the binding, regardless of delivery country. The amount appears on the summary before payment. The Basic package, fully digital, has no shipping fees.

Question 25

How can I track my order?

Accepted Answer

From your account, accessible via a login link sent by email. There you’ll find progress updates, proofreading steps, the PDF, and shipping tracking.

Question 26

What happens to the photos I send?

Accepted Answer

They are used only to create the characters in your book. They are never shared with third parties, never used for anything else, and are deleted once the book is produced.

Question 27

Do I need to create an account?

Accepted Answer

No password to remember: you receive a login link by email to access your space, where your orders and files are stored.

Question 28

Can I request deletion of my data?

Accepted Answer

Yes, anytime, from the data deletion page or by contacting support. Requests are handled unconditionally.

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