You may ask, what exactly do I mean by story app? Let me set some context and give you an excellent example.
Most kids' books that have been converted to the iPad format feel very much like animated movies for the mobile screen. They can add gorgeous visuals and beautiful soundtracks to a story. Kids love them, and rightly so.
Now we're starting to see original stories created specifically for the new platform. A Present For Milo is an example of a story that takes full advantage of the iPad’s interactive playground, perfectly blending story, animation, sound, and game-like exploration. For look and feel, imagine a mash-up of a Sandra Boynton board book and the television program, Blues Clues. Clearly, Milo style stands in the company of winners.The best thing about Milo is the story is infused with sheer joy. Thank you, author Mike Austin.
Story apps are on the rise. The good news for readers: A Present for Milo has set the gold standard for all current and future writers and developers.
For a complete review see my Story App Review: A Present for Milo on GeekMoms.
A Present for Milo. Written and illustrated by Mike Austin, produced by Sequel Digital, and published by Ruckus Mobile Media Group. $2.99
(A copy of this product was provided for review purposes.)
