For a StoryGenius alternative, you might want to try EnchantedPages.AI, an AI-powered storytelling tool that lets you create custom, illustrated stories with your child as the hero. It has character creation and story prompts, and the AI creates its own stories, each illustrated with a variety of beautiful illustrations. You can choose from educational, adventure and traditional bedtime stories, and the site offers virtual storybooks and new stories through subscription plans.
Another option is Oscar, a personalized bedtime story creator that uses AI to create stories starring your child. You can customize characters, settings and plot, and the app turns stories into audiobooks. It works in multiple languages and is for children of all ages, with a kid-friendly interface and focus on creativity and learning. The app offers free first-time stories and subsequent stories for a small fee.
Childbook is another option. The service lets you create your own children's books using your own photos and preferences. It includes tools for text-to-speech narration and integrates with Canva for editing. You can order printed copies of your creations, with prices ranging from single books to premium plans that get you access to lots of illustrations.
Last, MyStoryBooks has a personalized children's storybook service that uses AI to create interactive learning experiences. You can upload up to five photos of your child, and the service will create a custom storybook within a few hours. The service offers different book styles, including ABC books and affirmation stories, and it prioritizes data privacy with secure storage and deletion of uploaded photos.