Make storytime the best part of the day.
yes, even at breakfast
A story app for ages 3–8, designed for parent and child together.
- New handpicked stories every month
- Personalized adventures, your child as hero
- Audio narration for storytime on the go
What's inside the app
A library made for storytime together
Original stories, reimagined classics, and curated collections designed for families.
Little Big Moments
Not a lecture. A mirror.
Stories that name the feelings your child can’t — through characters they recognize. For the new baby, the playground push, the scary shadows.
Untold Tales
Stories you won’t find anywhere else
“Ollo” — a giant octopus whose arms won’t stop reaching upward. “The Wild Shadow” — a girl whose shadow dances despite the village’s demand for stillness.
Reimagined Classics
Familiar stories, retold with more heart
The wolf in "Little Red" isn’t a villain — he’s misunderstood. The giant in "Jack and the Giant" has a perspective Jack never considered. Familiar tales, retold with more room for wonder.
And This Is Just the Beginning
New worlds, always
From mini-series like Harmonia to collections we haven’t announced yet — the library grows every month. What’s here today is just the start.
From the Minari shelf
Beautiful books for bedtime.
Stories that stay on the nightstand long after storytime ends.
Testimonials
Loved by families, trusted by teachers
“My kindergarten daughter absolutely LOVED this book!”
It’s a great read for all children, as it helps them understand that their emotions are valid and gives them the language and confidence to express themselves. This book is not only visually stunning but also emotionally meaningful—a wonderful read for both kids and adults!
Tiffany L.
Montessori Teacher | NYC
“One of the best rhyming stories I’ve read!”
The writing is stellar; it’s one of the best rhyming stories I’ve read! My 2.5-year-old daughter was immediately drawn in by the musical quality of the rhymes and the rich, whimsical illustrations. Within the first day of getting Lola Lamb and the Growly Grump, we read it a dozen times (no exaggeration!)
Heather E.
Author & Mom | NYC
“A most inspiring story for young children!”
Lola Lamb and the Tricky Treasure is a must-have for every child’s bookshelf! The illustrations complete the beautiful story of sharing and showing kindness during everyday adventures. A most inspiring story for young children to be read over and over again. There’s nothing better than a friend who reminds you to “baa-lieve in yourself”.
Agnes H.
Montessori Teacher | NYC
“She opened them and said, 'I love them!!'”
We got the Lola Lamb books while we were on vacation in Hawaii, and I saved them for my daughter’s first day of school. She opened them and said, “I love them!!” And we read them so many times. They’re so beautiful and I love reading them, too.
Mei N.
Mom | NYC
“The book feels special”
The illustrations caught my nephew’s eye right away - he keeps finding little details I missed. What I really appreciate is how Lola’s story deals with big emotions in a relatable way. The book feels special - nice thick pages and that textured cover. It’s a great gift book and a keeper for the bookshelf!
Gina L.
Devoted Auntie | NJ
Buy 1, give 1
For every purchase, Minari donates one book to children in underserved communities in Asia, through our partnership with Room to Read.
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Exploring the world of children's literature, one adventure at a time.
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worth it, we promise