Minecraft Book Generator (Java & Bedrock)
Write a Minecraft book page by page and get a /give command for a signed written book, for every Java version from 1.13 to 26.x. For example: /give @p written_book[written_book_content={title:"Rules",author:"Admin",pages:["Be kind."]}]
Runs on your device · nothing uploaded
This tool is code that runs inside your browser. Your files, text and pictures are read here and never sent to a server, so it even works offline once loaded. Signed in? Only what you save to your account (My Kit, wardrobe) or publish is uploaded.
42 / about 250 characters fit
37 / about 250 characters fit
/give @p written_book[written_book_content={title:"Server Guide",author:"Admin",pages:["Welcome!
Read the rules on the next page.","1. Be kind
2. No griefing
3. Have fun"]}]Long commands go in a command block (/give @p command_block).
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Book limits
| Limit | Value |
|---|---|
| Pages | 100 |
| Characters per page (written by hand) | About 256 (14 lines) |
| Title length | 32 characters |
| Chat command length | 256 characters (use a command block for more) |
How to use it
- Pick your version, then type the book's title and author.
- Write each page; add pages with the button (up to 100).
- Copy the /give command and run it, or put it in a command block for long books.
- Hand out copies to new players, or put it in a lectern for a server guide.
How it works
Written books keep their text in the item. Java 1.20.5 moved it into the written_book_content component, and 1.21.5 changed pages from JSON strings to text components; before 1.20.5 the data was NBT on the item. The tool writes the right format for your version and escapes quotes and backslashes so the command stays valid.
Questions
Can I copy a written book?
Yes: craft the written book with a book and quill. Copies of copies can't be copied again.
How do I put a book on a lectern?
Place a lectern and right-click it with the book. Redstone can read the page number with a comparator.
Why is my book command too long?
Chat is limited to 256 characters. Put the command in a command block (/give @p command_block), which accepts very long commands.
Can I add colours to book text?
Yes, with § codes inside the page text on many versions, or with JSON text components. Our colour codes tool writes both.
Does this work on Bedrock?
No: Bedrock can't create written books with commands. Give yourself a book and quill, write it and sign it.
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By PickaxeKit Editorial Team. Updated 2026-11-09.