In 2003, the Rainbow Magic early reader series made its debut. The popular series has sold more than 40 million copies. These short chapter books each feature a different fairy who has a unique role to play in the fairy universe.
Now, the popular series is getting a refresh in the form of graphic novels. These adaptations, take the beloved stories, and add even more art and color.
At less than 80 pages each, with big panels and accessible text, these books are perfect for readers transitioning into chapter books who still enjoy highly-illustrated stories.
The first two books, Ruby the Red Fairy and Amber the Orange fairy are available now. Learn more about these exciting books below.
RAINBOW MAGIC RAINBOW FAIRIES #1: RUBY THE RED FAIRY GRAPHIC NOVEL, by Daisy Meadows, Claudia Giuliani, Erika Turner, Silver Dolphin Books, June 30, 2026, Paperback, $8.99 (ages 6-8)
One day, new friends Kirsty and Rachel discover a magical surprise when they find a fairy at the end of a rainbow! Ruby the Red Fairy takes them to Fairyland, but the beautiful kingdom is in trouble. Can Kirsty and Rachel help Ruby save her six fairy sisters so they can bring color back to Fairyland? Now in a colorful and dynamic graphic novel format, this magical story features age-appropriate text and vibrant illustrations of the magical fairy world broken into easy-to-read chapters. This book is great for beginning readers and graphic novel fans looking for their next series! —Synopsis provided by Silver Dolphin Books
RAINBOW MAGIC RAINBOW FAIRIES #2: AMBER THE ORANGE FAIRY GRAPHIC NOVEL, by Daisy Meadows, Claudia Giuliani, Nora Neus, Silver Dolphin Books, June 30, 2026, Paperback, $8.99 (ages 6-8)
After learning Jack Frost’s villainous plan to drain the color from Fairyland, best friends Kirsty and Rachel set out to rescue the Rainbow Fairies. They already found Ruby the Red Fairy! But can they find her sister Amber the Orange Fairy and avoid Jack Frost’s mean goblins? Now in a colorful and dynamic graphic novel format, this magical story features age-appropriate text and vibrant illustrations of the magical fairy world broken into easy-to-read chapters. This book is great for beginning readers and graphic novel fans looking for their next series! —Synopsis provided by Silver Dolphin Books
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