Brainbow (A Graphic Novel)
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“A colorful must-read!” —Megan Wagner Lloyd, bestselling author of Allergic
A sixth grader discovers she has synesthesia in this middle grade graphic novel about rumors, friendship, and the power of new (and colorful!) perspectives.
Most kids have five senses. Rosie has six.
Eleven-year-old Rosie can sense colors—and she thought everyone else could, too....
Published By Little, Brown Ink
Format Hardback
Number Of Pages 248
Publication Date 09/22/2026
ISBN 9780316579223
Dimensions 6.75 inches x 8.95 inches
“Brainbow's exploration of synesthesia is a perfect fit for the graphic novel format, and kids will find the friendship dynamics oh-so-relatable. A colorful must-read!”—Megan Wagner Lloyd, bestselling author of Allergic
“I was thrilled to see synesthesia come to life in such a vibrant and captivating way! I loved going on Rosie’s journey as she learned more about her colorful world while navigating the often perilous one of sixth grade friendships. Maya Henderson even made math cool!” —Wendy Mass, Schneider Family Book Award-winning author of A Mango-Shaped Space
“A fresh and original story about changing friendship and learning to show your true colors."—Sharee Miller, bestselling author of the Curlfriends series
* “Middle grade readers will be absorbed by the social stories layered throughout….An excellent, modern contribution to the small but mighty world of middle grade literature about synesthesia and other lesser-explored forms of neurodivergence."—School Library Journal, starred review
“Henderson uses the visual format of comics very effectively to demonstrate Rosie’s neurodivergence . . . A great choice for kids who like character-driven comics.”—Booklist
“Equal servings of friend drama and neurodiverse representation make for a satisfying whole.”—Kirkus