Abstract: Methods, systems, and computer-readable media for a method of building a customized story are provided. A user may select the story topic (e.g., grandparent memories, parent memories, vacation memories) they would like to use to build the story. The user selects story elements (chapters/subheadings) that are applicable to their personal story. The user is able to customize these story elements and add their own memory content and personalized data. It results in a story (both narrative & visual) that includes both base content and user content, merged into a single compelling story.