Wanderly’s new app allows children to take control of their own stories, making them the hero and author. Founded by former Google executive Laura Holmes, the app reimagines personalized children’s books and enhances creativity for children aged 3-8.
United States, 17th Dec 2024 – Wanderly, a groundbreaking interactive storytelling app and publisher, has officially launched with a unique twist on traditional children’s literature. Unlike conventional personalized books, which typically only insert a child’s name or minor details into a pre-written story, Wanderly offers a completely interactive experience. Children aged 3-8 are invited to co-create their own adventures, where their decisions shape the narrative. With every page, children become the protagonist of a story that reflects their own choices, interests, and imagination.
Innovative, Creative, and Engaging
The app’s innovative features allow children to select everything from the characters they’ll meet along their journey to the settings they explore, creating a completely personalized adventure. “It’s all about letting kids be in charge of their stories, so they can explore their imaginations in an entirely new way,” says Laura Holmes, Founder of Wanderly. “This platform not only sparks creativity, but it also provides meaningful bonding moments between parents and children as they co-create stories together.”
Through Wanderly, children can experience a variety of genres, from fantasy to educational stories, with options to add playful twists and turns. The app is designed to keep children engaged with fresh, personalized content, promoting imaginative play while providing a welcome change from typical bedtime books.
A Product Born from Passion and Experience
Wanderly was created by Laura Holmes, a former Google leader who spent over a decade leading new products at the tech giant. Holmes founded the app with the goal of offering something unique to children and families—an app that allows kids to shape their own stories. Drawing inspiration from the stories she used to create with her mother at bedtime, she wanted to bring this special kind of interactive storytelling to a broader audience.
Holmes, who previously led innovative products such as Google’s Grasshopper (an app that taught adults to code) and the Google for Education AI Learning team, has combined her love of storytelling with her tech expertise to build Wanderly. She says, “As a mom, I wanted to create something that could foster creativity and help parents connect with their kids in meaningful ways, while also offering children a platform where they are in control of their own stories.”
Custom-Printed Books for Lasting Memories
In addition to the app, Wanderly offers custom-printed books, where each adventure comes to life with unique, custom illustrations based on the child’s choices. These one-of-a-kind prints make for a cherished keepsake that families can treasure for years to come. With this feature, Wanderly merges the best of digital storytelling with physical books, creating an immersive experience that bridges the gap between technology and traditional reading.
Expanding Access to Creative Education
With the launch of the Wanderly app, families now have access to a creative tool that not only entertains but also educates. The app helps develop early literacy skills, encourages decision-making, and introduces children to new concepts in a fun and engaging way. The company is also exploring partnerships with schools and educational institutions to expand the app’s reach as a creative tool for education.
Available Now
Wanderly is available for download on both iOS and Android devices, offering a free version with access to a wide range of stories, along with premium options for additional features and custom-printed books. As the holiday season approaches, Wanderly is positioned to be a unique gift for parents, grandparents, and caregivers looking for ways to connect with the children in their lives through creative, interactive storytelling.
About Wanderly
Wanderly is an interactive storytelling app and custom book publisher, founded by Laura Holmes. The platform empowers children to co-create personalized stories, where their choices shape the plot. Wanderly also offers custom-printed books featuring unique, hand-drawn illustrations. The app is available on iOS and Android devices.
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