How to Create and Sell Custom Children's Books Using AI

Introduction

• Custom children's books can be personalized for each child.
• Example: A single personalized book can earn substantial sales (e.g., $75,000 in a year from one book).
• Focus age group: 3 to 7 years.
• Target audience for purchases: Parents and grandparents.

Steps to Create and Sell Custom Books

Step 1: Choose the Best Topics

• Categories: Adventure, Learning (letters, numbers, life lessons), Bedtime stories.
• Use AI (ChatGPT) to generate ideas for personalized children's books.

Step 2: Create the Story

• Use ChatGPT to write a 24-page children’s story.
• Consider story structure to maintain the child's attention.
• Example prompt: "Write a 24-page bedtime story about 'The Magic Pajamas of [Child's Name]'"

Step 3: Create Illustrations

• Use Mid Journey for creating illustrations (not free, starts at $10/month).
• Maintain consistency in style across the book's illustrations.
• Use AI to generate prompts for each page's illustration.

Step 4: Build an Email List

• Use Omnis to collect emails of interested parents before the book is finished.
• Create forms and landing pages to capture emails without needing phone numbers.

Step 5: Assemble the Book Using Canva

• Canva is a free tool for designing book pages.
• Standard children's book size: 8.5x8.5 inches.
• Upload illustrations and add text from ChatGPT.
• Create cover photos according to printing requirements.

Step 6: Selling the Book

• Platforms: Etsy and Amazon KDP.
• Use strategic keywords in titles and descriptions for better visibility.
• Price considerations: On average, books sell for around $30.
• Use Lulu Direct for print on demand or offer digital downloads.

Marketing and Sales Tips

• Promote through social media, using the Omnis link.
• Use Etsy’s personalization feature to customize books for each child.
• Include keywords in titles and descriptions for SEO.

Considerations

• Print vs. Digital: Print requires more setup but potentially higher returns.
• Custom books require more effort than generic children’s books.

Conclusion

• Personalized children's books offer a lucrative opportunity.
• Consider starting with digital versions for simplicity.
• Engage with potential buyers early via email campaigns.

Additional Resources

• Links for AI tools, Omnis, Canva, Etsy, and Lulu Direct can be useful for starting.
• Feedback and continuous updates can help improve sales strategy.

Note: The lecture hints at a potential follow-up or part two session for more advanced details.