Before you begin
Here's what you'll need:
- A StoryNest account
- A physical book you have permission to read
- A phone or computer with a microphone
Let's get started
Follow these steps
These instructions match the current StoryNest app. The pictures are simple screen maps until verified product screenshots are available.
Open your family bookshelf
Sign in and select the red Record a story button. If this is your first recording, the empty bookshelf has a Record your first story button.
Choose the book
On Which book are you reading?, look up the title or add the book details. Choose the correct cover if available, then select Next: start recording.
Let your microphone work
In the recording studio, tap the large recording button and allow microphone access when your browser asks. Read the physical book aloud in your own voice.
Pause or finish
You can pause to turn a page or take a break. When you've finished reading, stop and listen back before you save.
Save it for your child
Save the finished recording. For a longer recording you are not ready to publish, choose the available draft option and return later. Finished recordings can be made visible on your child's shelf.
A few handy tips
- Read as you usually would — your familiar voice matters more than studio sound.
- Choose a quiet place and keep the microphone clear.
- If you leave a book as a draft, look for Still recording on your bookshelf.
Good to know
Common questions
Can I record on my phone?
Yes. StoryNest works in a browser on a phone, tablet or computer that can use a microphone.
Can I resume a recording?
A book saved as a draft can be reopened from the Still recording section of the bookshelf.