Once Upon a Us
Bedtime stories made by you
About
Transform your child's ideas into beautifully illustrated, narrated storybooks. Simply describe a concept, choose an art style, and create unique tales for bedtime reading. Save characters to reuse in future adventures.
What's New in Once Upon a Us
1.0
June 10, 2026
Subscription plans
Studio
Ten premium 4K storybooks every month
In-App Purchases
$2.99
1 Book Credit
Create one more storybook.
Developer apps
FAQ
How does Once Upon a Us create stories?
Once Upon a Us uses your text prompts to generate unique, illustrated children's stories. You describe an idea, select an art style, and the app creates a book with gentle audio narration for each page.
What art styles are available in Once Upon a Us?
The app offers ten distinct art styles, including watercolor, claymation, and classic picture book aesthetics, allowing for diverse visual storytelling.
Can I save characters in Once Upon a Us?
Yes, you can save characters within the app and bring them back to feature in new story adventures, creating continuity and familiarity for children.
What are the benefits of the Studio membership?
Studio membership provides 10 premium storybooks monthly, narrated audio, the ability to export fine-press PDFs, longer story options, and an expanded character selection.
How much does Once Upon a Us cost?
The app is free to download and use. Optional in-app purchases are available, with the Studio membership costing $24.99 per month or $199.99 annually.
Does Once Upon a Us have ads?
No, Once Upon a Us does not contain advertisements. The monetization is based on optional in-app purchases for premium features.
What devices does Once Upon a Us support?
Once Upon a Us is currently supported on iPhone and iPod devices.
How often is Once Upon a Us updated?
The app was last updated on June 10, 2026, with version 1.0. Future updates will likely focus on adding new features and improving existing ones.