Ink & Imagination

Become a published author

Questions?

November–December 2026 · Hanover

Your kid’s imagination.A real printed book.

A young author proudly holding the printed book he created in a previous ImagineAI program.
A book from a previous ImagineAI program.

An in-person class for ages 9–17. Create a story, illustrate it, and take home a book of their own.

No experience needed.

Find your class

From school & YMCA programs

“My kids have loved using your website and feel so proud of themselves when they can show family their books.”
A parent
teachers Kyle has worked with
15+
student accounts across 3 schools
400+
books created in school and YMCA programs
200+
A teacher and her class gathered in front of a screen that reads Thank You Imagine AI.
A teacher and students after an ImagineAI classroom program.

November–December 2026

Choose their class.

Laura’s Center for the Arts
Emilson YMCA · Hanover

Tuesdays & Thursdays

$220 Y members / $440 non-members

Per block, including a printed book. Register through the YMCA.

In the classroom

From first idea
to finished book.

Kyle Maloney guides students through developing their story, creating illustrations, and designing a cover using the ImagineAI platform. Each participant takes home a professionally printed copy of their own book.

A student signing her finished book, with classmates gathered around the table.
Signing day in a previous ImagineAI program.

A few things to know.

Do they need any experience?

No. Beginners are welcome. Kyle helps each student develop their idea and guides them through the ImagineAI platform.

How is ImagineAI used in class?

Students use the ImagineAI platform to develop their story, create illustrations, and design their book. Its AI features support that creative work, with Kyle guiding the class in person.

Do we need a YMCA membership?

No. Members and non-members can register. The session is $220 for Y members and $440 for non-members, including a professionally printed copy of the student’s book.