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Big personality. Book-shaped.

No boring gifts.
Just brilliant
books.

Their quirks. Your inside jokes. A whole book about someone who deserves more than another mug.

Preview before you pay. Make it feel like them.

Illustrative examples of four colourful personalized GoHippo books

Fictional personalized book examples

Made for their personality
Filled with your little details
5 ways to make it theirs

Find their main-character energy

A book for every
kind of brilliant.

The legend. The overthinker. The wonderfully roastable. We’ve got a book for that.

Illustrative examples. Yours starts with a real person.

Explore all 5 book types

You know them. We’ll make the book.

Big gift energy.
Three little steps.

A few details only you know. A gift that could only be theirs.

  1. Step 1: Pick their kind of book

    A gloriously unofficial biography? An affectionate roast? An adventure with them at the centre?

  2. Step 2: Spill the little details

    Add their name, photo, personality and your best stories. Choose the tone, and tell us what to avoid.

  3. Step 3: Make it a real gift

    Review your preview, choose your format and delivery, then follow your order from your book portal.

The magic is in the details

Nobody knows
them like you do.

The questionable catchphrase. The hobby that got out of hand. The story you’re still laughing about. That’s the good stuff. And that’s what makes their book.

Put their personality on paper

A little weird.
A lot loved.
Very them.

Made with your details
Their legendary one-linersYour best inside jokeThat unforgettable story

Good questions. Honest answers.

A little help
before the big gift.

Everything from photos and previews to delivery. Still wondering? Ask us at contact@gohippo.com

Our books
What is a GoHippo book?

A personalized gift book or comic created with AI from the details you share about someone. Their stories, interests and quirks help shape the writing and artwork, so the gift feels connected to them rather than a name added to a generic story.

Which kinds of books can I create?

Choose from Personalized Comics, Survival Guides, Unauthorized Biographies, In the Headlines, Affectionate Roasts. Comic books tell an illustrated story in panels. The available concepts and formats are shown as you create your book.

Can I choose the style of humour?

Yes. Use the personalization brief to describe the tone, inside jokes and topics to avoid. Aim for affectionate humour that the recipient will enjoy. Comedy is subjective, so review your preview carefully; we do not promise that every joke will suit every reader.

How personalized will it be?

Names are only the start. Specific anecdotes, hobbies, relationships, favourite sayings and recognisable habits give the book more character. A few real, useful details are better than lots of unrelated information. AI can introduce fictional scenes, so do not treat a gift book as a factual biography.

Who are these books suitable for?

Our funny gift-book concepts are aimed at grown-up gifting. Suitability depends on the concept, tone and details you choose; some humour may not be appropriate for children. Keep the recipient and occasion in mind and tell us about any sensitive topics to leave out.

What print formats are available?

Gift books can offer paperback and Hardcover formats; comics currently use a comic paperback format. Check the options for your selected product before payment. Format availability and the product specification shown with your order take priority over example photographs.

Creating and previewing
How do I create and order a book?

Choose a product, tell us about the recipient and occasion, complete the relevant questions and add a photo where offered. Choose your creative direction, title and cover, review the available preview, then select the format and enter your delivery details at checkout. Check the order summary before paying.

What details should I provide?

Include the correct name, relationships, interests, a few memorable stories and any inside jokes that need explaining. Add pronouns and topics to avoid where the brief asks for them. Check spellings, dates and names before generating a preview. Avoid unnecessary private or sensitive information.

Do I need a photo, and what makes a good one?

Follow the photo guidance for your chosen product. Where a photo is offered, a clear, well-lit portrait with one visible face helps the artwork reflect the recipient. Avoid tiny screenshots, heavy filters or a face hidden by sunglasses. Only upload images you have permission to use. Without a suitable reference, an illustrated character may not resemble the recipient.

Are the covers and illustrations AI-generated?

GoHippo uses AI to create personalized cover artwork and, for comics, illustrations from your brief and any suitable reference photos. AI likeness and lettering can vary. Check the cover, names and preview before ordering; an example image is an illustration of the style, not a promise of an identical result.

Can I preview my book before paying?

Yes. The creation flow lets you review the available concept, title, cover and representative content preview before checkout. A prose preview is a sample, and a comic preview shows sample comic content; neither is the complete finished book. Full-book production follows payment, so later pages will contain additional content.

Can I change my details or cover before ordering?

Yes. Go back in the creator to adjust your answers and available creative choices. Changing the brief, concept or cover can make the previous preview out of date, so generate and review an updated preview before continuing to checkout.

What if my preview does not generate or looks wrong?

Read any on-screen error and use the available retry or edit action. Check that required answers are complete and your photo meets the guidance. If the problem continues, email contact@gohippo.com with your project or order reference and a description of the issue. Do not place repeated payments to try to fix a generation problem.

Checkout and delivery
Which currency will I pay in?

The Canada store uses Canadian Dollar (CAD). Review the currency and final total at checkout. A payment provider or card issuer may apply its own conversion fees if your account uses another currency.

How can I pay?

Use the payment methods offered at checkout, including card payment through Stripe and PayPal where available. Apply or clear a promotional code before paying; some promotional codes may require card checkout. A cancelled or declined payment is not a confirmed order. Contact us if you are unsure whether a payment succeeded.

How much are delivery and taxes?

The order summary shows the product price, applicable discount, delivery charge and total before payment. Available delivery options and any applicable tax treatment depend on the product and destination. Use your checkout summary for the amount you will pay, not an example price shown elsewhere.

Where do you deliver?

Available destinations are United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Canada, Mexico, Australia, Spain, Austria, France, Italy, Japan. Enter a complete address in a supported delivery country, including the postal code. The English-language Europe store requires you to choose a specific country. Confirm that checkout accepts the delivery address before paying.

When will my book arrive?

Your Canada checkout shows the current estimated delivery window for the available shipping option. Creating and producing a personalized book takes time, followed by printing and transit. These are estimates, not a guaranteed arrival date; production queries, carrier delays and busy periods can affect timing.

Will it arrive for a birthday or special occasion?

Check the estimated arrival window before paying and allow extra time for a date-sensitive gift, especially around holidays. If your deadline falls before or close to that window, contact us first. Please do not assume an occasion date entered in the brief guarantees delivery by that date.

Can I send the book directly to the recipient?

You can enter the recipient's delivery name and a supported delivery address at checkout. Use your own email for the purchase so order and payment messages go to you. For Canada, check the Postal code and all address details carefully before paying.

After ordering and privacy
Can I change or cancel an order after paying?

Email contact@gohippo.com as soon as possible with your order reference and the change you need. Because each book is made to order, whether we can change the content, address or cancel depends on its production status. Changes cannot be guaranteed once printing or dispatch has started. See our delivery and returns information for details.

How can I find my order or delivery update?

Use My Orders with the email you used to purchase, and check your confirmation email. Tracking is available when it has been recorded for your shipment; a payment confirmation does not mean the book has shipped. If you cannot find the order or need an update, contact contact@gohippo.com.

What if the book is damaged, incorrect or not what I expected?

Please email contact@gohippo.com with your order reference, what went wrong and clear photos if there is a print or delivery issue. We will review the issue and explain the available correction, replacement or refund route under our returns policy and your applicable rights.

What happens to my photos and personal details?

The information you provide is used to create and support your book, process payment and arrange delivery. This can involve hosting, AI, payment and fulfilment providers. We retain information as needed for the service, support and business or legal records. Read our Privacy Policy before sharing personal details, and only provide photos and information you have permission to use.

How do I ask about my data or get customer support?

Email contact@gohippo.com for book, delivery or privacy questions, including your order reference and purchase email where relevant. You can request access, correction or deletion of your information; some records may need to be retained for fulfilment or legal obligations. Never send passwords or full payment-card details.

The best gifts have
their name all over them.

Let’s turn your favourite person into their next favourite book.

Make their book