Lots of books that need searching through1.

We search through over 1000 baby, toddler, and early readers books

We don't just look at titles, we dig deeper to find characters you won't find with a simple search.

Stack of books with a mug on top2.

You find books with characters named like your friends and family

You can then purchase these books online, direct from our partner sites.

LA child and a parent reading a book together3.

Children get to enjoy books with characters they can relate to

With familiar names in the books you may find your kids are more excited about learning to read.

Latest additions

We are always on the lookout for new books for as many children's names as possible. See the latest additions to our library.

Thomas & Friends: Belle's New Friend (Thomas & Friends Story Time Book 5)

Thomas & Friends: Belle's New Friend (Thomas & Friends Story Time Book 5)

Belle, the new engine, is determined to have lots of fun - but not everyone wants to join in!

Characters: Belle

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Harvey to the Rescue

Harvey to the Rescue

Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends- The Thomas TV Series.

Characters: Harvey

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Ladybird Readers Beginner Level - Thomas the Tank Engine - Nia Learns Numbers (ELT Graded Reader)

Ladybird Readers Beginner Level - Thomas the Tank Engine - Nia Learns Numbers (ELT Graded Reader)

Nia Learns Numbers, a Beginner level Reader, helps children to learn and practice their first words in English. It introduces everyday phrases and focuses on vocabulary that young children can use in daily life. Simple text and repetition support understanding, and speaking and listening activities develop confidence. Nia learns one, two, three . . .

Characters: Nia

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Are we missing a book?

We try our best to find every book we can, but there are still plenty that have not yet made our library.

Are you an author releasing a new book? Do you have a favourite book you read to your kids that we don't have? Have we missed your kids names in a book you've read? Please let us know!

Send us an email at isbabyinabook@gmail.com

We check all suggestions, so please ensure that all recommendations are picture books aimed at children less than 6 years old.

Sam and Soraya

Built by Sam & Soraya

In 2022 we welcomed our little twins into the world. Since then we have been building up our home library full of baby books to try and give our boys the best start.

While books with characters called Sam are found in bookstores and charity shops throughout the land, we struggled to find any books with Soraya, Jasper, or Xander.

This gave Soraya the idea to compile a list of books for new parents and then Sam decided to turn it in to a website.