5 stars by 113+ ratings
Your Personal Biography
Your Personal Biography
Capture your parents' life story in a
beautiful memoir book.
- A Personalized Pre-Interview Form
- Four 1-Hour Interview Sessions
- Story Writing & Book Creation
- Premium Leatherbound Book
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Your Personal Biography
What happens right after I place my order?
What happens right after I place my order?
After your purchase, you’ll automatically receive a confirmation email plus a second email with your order details.
This second email includes:
note you can forward to your loved one (if it’s a gift)
link to a form where you (or they) can fill out pre-interview questions and book a time for the first interview
It’s all designed to make the process smooth, simple, and meaningful from the very start.
I don’t think my mom/dad will know what to say.
I don’t think my mom/dad will know what to say.
That’s the beauty of it—they don’t have to know.
Our interviewer gently guides each session with thoughtful questions that spark stories naturally. Even the quietest parents end up sharing incredible memories they’ve never told before.
I want this to feel personal—but I don’t have time to organize it all.
I want this to feel personal—but I don’t have time to organize it all.
You don’t have to lift a finger.
From the moment you gift it, we handle everything—the interviews, the writing, the editing, the book design. You get a beautifully crafted keepsake that feels personal and meaningful, without the stress of doing it yourself.
What if they don’t feel comfortable being recorded?
What if they don’t feel comfortable being recorded?
We keep things natural and pressure-free.
These aren’t stiff or formal sessions—they’re more like heartfelt conversations. Many people say they forget they're being recorded at all. And those recordings? They become cherished keepsakes in themselves.
Your families legacy
The Perfect gift for your parents
Your parents and grandparents hold decades of incredible stories—moments, lessons, and memories that deserve to be remembered. This book gives them the chance to share it all, in their own words. A one-of-a-kind keepsake that turns their life into a story your whole family can treasure. Now and for forever.
How it works
You will receive a gift card & a pre- interview form for the receiver to fill out.
We’ll schedule four relaxed, 1-hour video calls with your loved one to capture their life story.
Our team transcribes, edits, and turns the interviews and photos into a beautifully written and designed story.
We’ll ship a stunning hardcover book—and a digital copy—straight to your door to keep forever.
What is the Interview book?
Capturing your family’s stories is important—but it can also be a lot to take on.
That’s where Tell Tales comes in.
We sit down with your loved one for a series of guided interviews, turn their memories into a beautifully written story, and design a custom hardcover book you’ll treasure forever.
You don’t have to organize, write, or edit—we do it all.
Our customers tell it best...
Rated 5/5 by 113+ Happy customers
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I wasn’t totally sure what to expect when I ordered it, but the whole experience was honestly kind of amazing. The interviews felt natural, the writing captured my dad perfectly, and the book itself was absolutely beautiful—thick pages, clean layout, great quality. He was so proud he left it out on the coffee table and reads it to the grandkids whenever they visit.
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★★★★★
Got this for my dad’s 80th and it honestly blew us all away. The book came out beautiful, and hearing his stories written out like that was something else. Easily the best gift I’ve ever given him.
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★★★★★
Finding something truly meaningful for my abuela hasn’t been easy—until this. The questions helped her open up in a way I’ve never seen before. She told stories from her childhood in Mexico, recipes I’d never written down, and even how she met my abuelo. When the book arrived, we cried reading it together. Now it’s the one thing everyone in the family wants a copy of.
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What exactly is the Interview Service?
Our Interview Service is a completely done-for-you experience. We pair your loved one (e.g. your mom or dad) with a trained interviewer who gently guides them through meaningful life questions over a private video or phone call. Then, we turn that conversation into a professionally written keepsake that you and your family can treasure forever.
What happens right after I place my order?
After your purchase, you’ll automatically receive a confirmation email plus a second email with your order details.
This second email includes:
note you can forward to your loved one (if it’s a gift)
link to a form where you (or they) can fill out pre-interview questions and book a time for the first interview
It’s all designed to make the process smooth, simple, and meaningful from the very start.
What if my parent isn’t comfortable on camera or with tech?
No problem at all. The interview can be done over the phone or video—whatever they’re most comfortable with. Our team is trained to work with older adults and will make sure the process feels natural and easy.
What do you ask in the interview?
We ask thoughtful, gentle questions about your loved one’s childhood, life lessons, dreams, family memories, love stories, and more. It’s all based on our carefully developed legacy storytelling framework—designed to spark powerful, emotional answers without feeling overwhelming.
How long is the interview and how many sessions are there?
The full interview typically takes 60 minutes. The pre-interview formed is designed for both them and us to create a clear idea of questions to ask to make the most out of the interview. We’re flexible and want it to feel relaxed, not rushed.
What do I receive after the interview?
You’ll receive a beautifully written, edited document based on your loved one’s interview—a story crafted in their voice and full of their words, memories, and life experiences. This will be a beautifully designed hardcover book. You’ll get a digital copy (PDF) too.
Is the interview recorded? Can I get a copy?
Yes! With your permission, we’ll record the interview so that your family can keep a copy of your loved one’s actual voice (audio or video). It’s a powerful, deeply personal addition to the written story.
How long does the process take from interview to delivery?
From the time of the interview, it takes around 2–3 weeks for us to fully transcribe, write, edit, and polish the story. If you’re ordering a printed book, shipping may take an additional 5–8 business days.
What if my loved one is nervous or hesitant?
That’s completely normal—and we’re here to help. Our interviewers are warm, patient, and deeply experienced in making people feel at ease. Most participants tell us afterward that it felt more like a meaningful conversation than an interview. Many even say it was therapeutic.