Colorful: A Novel Audiobook

Quotes

• “An intimate coming-of-age story that will undoubtedly resonate with readers.”

  — Ms. Magazine

• “A powerful case study in capturing very real social issues through a fantastical slant.”

  — Japan Society (UK)

• “Brian Nishii delivers a flawless narration…Nishii displays a masterful ability to imbue each scene with heartfelt emotions...A memorable listen. Winner of the AudioFile Earphones Award.”

  — AudioFile

• “Deceptively simple, yet unspeakably moving, Eto Mori devastates in Colorful.”

  — Paperback Paris

• “Mori maintains balance between her serious subject matter and her light tone well: such problems seem real and urgent, though the overall mood is hopeful.”

  — Foreword Reviews

• “A coming-of-age narrative that’s bighearted and emotional, tender and hilarious, thoughtful and bursting with light.”

  — Vulture

• “Will inspire and engage teens to look at their life from a new perspective.”

  — School Library Journal

• “The novel has spawned films, anime, manga, and more. It’s also saved lives—undoubtedly storytelling’s superpower.”

  — Booklist

• “Mori’s tale…is both life-affirming and, in Allen’s translation, quietly funny, offering readers a timeless perspective on human connections.”

  — Publishers Weekly

• “Mori tackles a fraught topic with empathy, humor, and grace…[and] beautifully illustrates the impact that perspective can have on one’s mental health.”

  — Kirkus Reviews

• “Colorful is ultimately an outstretched hand to young adults. It delivers the most craved-for reassurance: you’re okay, and you are not alone.”

  — Julie Lythcott-Haims, New York Times bestselling author

• “A fresh and bold story that asks big and important questions about death, mental health, and most importantly, what it means to truly live.”

  — Jasmine Warga, New York Times bestselling author

• “Whether in Japan or the United States, readers will find space in these pages to laugh, reflect–and keep breathing.”

  — Kit Frick, author of See All The Stars