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AI Storybook App

Designing an AI-powered personalized storybook app that lets families create characters resembling their loved ones, fostering connection through shared storytelling.

Role Contract Product Designer
Platform iOS (iPad-focused)
Status Testing Phase
AI Storybook App Overview

The Challenge

Creating meaningful family interactions in the digital age—bridging physical distance through personalized, engaging storytelling experiences that work for both parents and young children.

Process

User Research

We began with surveys and interviews with parents and children. Key insights included the need for larger touch targets for younger users and a preference for more visual storytelling elements. These insights guided several design iterations.

Character Customization

Usability Testing

I used flow diagrams during usability testing to ensure navigation was intuitive and that users could easily find and use all the app's features.

Key Design Work

Storybook Reading Experience

Storybook Reading View

The handcrafted wavy design of the textbox background adds whimsy and charm, helping with the storybook feel and making the text more engaging for users.

Subscription Flow

Subscription Flow

The main screen makes it easy to choose a subscription plan with clear options. Benefits are laid out clearly—new stories every week, discounts on extra characters. The design keeps things simple so users can quickly understand their options.

Design System

Creating multiple UI component variants was crucial—from language selection states that help users understand their actions, to a comprehensive button system with primary, secondary, and tertiary styles. These clear variations also helped during the designer-developer handoff.

User Flow

User Flow Diagram

I laid out the user flow beginning with onboarding and guiding users through character creation, customizing settings, and browsing stories.

App Store Presence

App Store Marketing

I created marketing slides optimized for different device sizes, highlighting features like turning kids into the stars of their own stories.

Creative Highlights

Animation

Story Animation

Interactive animation showing the storybook opening flow—demonstrating the handcrafted, creative side of the work.

Logo Exploration

Logo Explorations

I worked on initial logo designs and explorations, from handwritten scripts to 3D renderings. While I developed the foundational concepts, the final design was completed by another designer.

Outcome

Successfully combined classic storytelling with modern AI tech. Currently in testing phase with promising results. Future updates will focus on more stories and interactive features to keep everyone excited and engaged.