Beyond Once Upon a Time: How DreamStories is Reinventing Reading for the Next Generation

In a world where screens have taken over storytime, a new kind of book is bringing the magic of reading back to life. DreamStories, a revolutionary storytelling platform, is changing what it means to open a book and turning children everywhere into the heroes of their own ever-evolving adventures.

At first glance, DreamStories looks like a beautifully illustrated storybook. But this is no ordinary bedtime tale. Each book is powered by cutting-edge AI technology that tailors every story to a child’s age, interests and even language, creating a one-in-a-million experience that grows with them. As little readers develop, their DreamStories grow too, levelling up the vocabulary, narrative depth and even the themes so that every page always feels just right for their stage of life.

Parents start by simply chatting with the DreamStories platform, sharing a few details about their child, from favourite animals and hobbies to the people they love most. Moments later, they receive a fully illustrated storybook starring their little one as the main character, alongside friends, family and even pets. Using the DreamStories Studio, families can upload photos and transform them into stunningly lifelike illustrations that leap off the page. It is part story, part artwork, and all heart.

DreamStories’ founder, former Spotify executive Ricardo Vice Santos, was inspired by his own multilingual household. “Books have barely changed over the centuries, but kids and the world around them have,” he explains. “A regular book tells the same tale to every child, but DreamStories reflects their world, their reading age, language and particular tastes, on every page. We’re reimagining what a book can be.”

And that reimagining could not come at a better time. Studies show that children’s enjoyment of reading has hit its lowest level in twenty years, with endless online distractions competing for their attention. DreamStories steps in as a joyful antidote, a screen-free, tactile way to spark curiosity and creativity while keeping storytelling personal and interactive.

One of its most loved features is the ability to instantly switch between more than 100 languages. It is a game-changer for bilingual and multicultural families who have long struggled to find books they can enjoy together. Parents can toggle from English to Spanish, Portuguese, Swedish or Mandarin with a single tap, letting families connect through stories in whichever language feels most like home.

But the true magic lies in how these stories evolve. Every DreamStory is part of a larger series that unfolds across imaginative worlds and emotional milestones, helping children grow not just as readers but as dreamers. Whether they are exploring enchanted forests, saving the stars or learning about friendship, kids find themselves reflected in the pages, confident, curious and endlessly creative.

Printed as deluxe hardback editions, DreamStories combine modern innovation with timeless charm. They are the kind of keepsake that feels just as special on the bookshelf as it does in your hands. At £60, it is a beautifully thoughtful gift that families will treasure for years, proving that technology and storytelling do not have to compete, they can inspire each other.

So, as the festive season approaches and parents look for gifts that matter, DreamStories offers something more meaningful than toys or gadgets. It is a chance to give a child their own story, one that grows as they do, celebrates who they are and reminds them that the most magical adventures begin on the page.

Start your child’s reading journey at www.dreamstories.ai