Every life is a story worth keeping.
We turn your father's, mother's or grandparent's life into a beautifully printed book, in Malayalam, English or both. Every book is reviewed by famous writers.
For the birthdays that matter most
Is a parent's or grandparent's milestone birthday coming in the next year or two? Book now. We complete the book in time and it can be released on stage at the celebration itself.
A book for every family
Family Life Story
- About 200 pages, in Malayalam or English
- Quality paperback with old family photographs
- 200 printed copies for the family
- Online edition to share with relatives abroad
For parents and grandparents, as a gift from their children.
Premium Memoir
- About 300 pages, deeper interviews
- Hardbound premium edition
- 200 printed copies
- Online edition included
For doctors, teachers, retired officers and successful Gulf returnees.
Tharavad Family History
- Roots, ancestors, traditions and family tree
- Stories from many family members
- An heirloom for the generations to come
- Ideal to unveil at a family reunion
For large families and tharavads with a proud history.
VIP Autobiography
- Fully ghostwritten and completely confidential
- Optional ISBN publishing and online sales
- Book launch with chief guests
- Malayalam, English or both
For business leaders, public figures and institutions.
Prices are starting prices. Additional pages and extras are quoted separately; your final quote is confirmed once we understand your book.
Your parent only has to talk
Book a consultation
Tell us whose story, the language and the occasion. We agree the scope and timeline.
Share the memories
Over a few weeks, gentle questions by phone or WhatsApp voice notes: childhood, work, family, life lessons.
Photos and family voices
Children and relatives add their own memories, old photographs and letters.
Writing
Our writers shape the memories into a warm, flowing book in the elder's own voice.
Review by famous writers
Senior writers review, correct and polish every book. The family then reads it and suggests changes.
Printed and delivered
Designed, printed and delivered with an online edition, or released at your celebration.
Written with care, reviewed by masters
Famous writers review
Every book is reviewed and approved by well-known Malayalam and English writers.
Malayalam & English
One language or a bilingual edition, so every generation can read it.
Family approves first
Nothing is printed until the family is fully happy with every page.
Private and respectful
Your family's memories stay private. Nothing is shared without permission.
Release the book in front of everyone
We organise the moment the book is released, at your family's celebration or as a special launch.
- Simple releaseBook released on stage by a writer, backdrop, display table and photographer.
- Grand launchDecoration, sound, compère, a reading from the book, a short film of the elder's life and video.
- Grand launch with live streamEverything above, plus a live stream for relatives abroad and copies for every guest.
- Chief guestsFamous writers, well-known personalities or celebrities to release the book, quoted separately.
The moment a family hands over that book is one nobody forgets. ഒരു ജീവിതം കടന്നുപോകുന്നു. ഒരു പുസ്തകം നിലനിൽക്കുന്നു.
Frequently asked
Does my parent need to write anything?
No. They only talk. We ask simple questions by phone or WhatsApp voice notes, and our team does all the writing.
Who writes the book?
Our trained Malayalam and English writers write each book, and famous writers review, correct and approve it before it goes to print.
We live abroad. Can we still order?
Yes. Many of our families are in the Gulf and other countries. Everything can be arranged online, and the book can be delivered in Kerala or abroad.
How long does it take?
Usually 6 to 12 months. For a birthday or event, book about a year before the date.
How do payments work?
In three parts: 40% at booking, 30% after the family approves the draft, and 30% before printing.
Can the book be in both Malayalam and English?
Yes. Choose one language or a bilingual edition, so grandchildren who read only English can enjoy it too.
Let's talk about your family's story
Tell us a little about whose story you'd like to keep. We'll get back to you within a day with the next steps.
Email: hello@footprintstories.in
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