First published 2025
Randy Rainbow loves Broadway music and painting his nails, but school bullies mock him for being different. He turns to his granny, who offers him a pair of glittery pink glasses as a remedy. The instant Randy wears them, his gray world explodes into vivid color. The local pool transforms into an underwater paradise filled with mermaids, one of whom looks just like Randy himself. With the glasses on, Randy discovers that everything becomes more enjoyable, and his self-assurance starts to flourish. The magical spectacles make Randy feel more like himself than ever before. As his newfound confidence builds, Randy begins to wonder whether the real enchantment comes from the glasses themselves or from something that was always within him. This colorful tale celebrates the courage it takes to stay true to yourself when fitting in would be simpler.
Genres: fantasy, contemporary, magical-realism, young-adult
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: found-family, self-discovery
Setting: School, Pool
40 pages · Hardcover · Feiwel & Friends