Little readers. Big feelings. Room to be you.
Affirming children’s books about different minds, self acceptance, and sensory overwhelm, for kids who experience the world differently and the grownups learning to listen.
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A little reassurance can mean a whole lot.
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Discover the My Brain Is Just Right series, with gentle stories for neurodivergent children and any child learning to understand their feelings. Follow our beloved character through moments of discovery, reassurance, and understanding.
Book one · Available now
A gentle affirmation book for kids who experience the world differently.
A reassuring read that celebrates different ways of thinking, feeling, and experiencing the world. Gentle affirmations remind little readers that they are safe, loved, and free to be themselves.
Buy on AmazonWritten by Sharon Richardson
Illustrated by Zunaira Tariq
Available now on Amazon
Book two · Available now
A gentle story of overwhelm and understanding.
The first day of school begins with excitement. But busy hallways, bright lights, and fast directions soon become overwhelming. When words are hard to find, a teacher offers patience, simple choices, and room to return.
A gentle rhyming story about sensory overwhelm, communication beyond words, and the difference understanding can make.
Now available to purchase on Amazon
Buy on AmazonWritten and illustrated by Sharon Richardson
“I'm free to be me,
and I'm always enough”
From The Day Was Too Much, But I Was Enough.
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My Brain Is Just Right
Make room for a little creativity with six free coloring pages from the My Brain Is Just Right series. Featuring our beloved character, each page is an invitation to slow down, explore, and color your own way.
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Words from our readers
Little readers and grownups share what My Brain Is Just Right means to them.
Amazon review ★★★★★
“This book is an absolute gem.”
Amazon CustomerVerified Purchase on Amazon
This book is an absolute gem. It’s a wonderful reminder for kids (and adults) that their minds and bodies are wonderful exactly as they are.
Amazon review ★★★★★
“As an autism mom, this is the perfect affirmation book to read to my son.”
Th***Verified Purchase on Amazon
We absolutely love love love this book! As an autism mom, this is the perfect affirmation book to read to my son. We also shared it with his behavioral therapist whom also loved it. I encourage any and all parents to purchase this book as it really speaks to the sensory seeking, quirky kid in me as well as my babies.
Amazon review ★★★★★
“It serves as an empowerment tool for children as they maneuver in daily life activities.”
Lisa J.Verified Purchase on Amazon
This is such an awesome book. It serves as an empowerment tool for children as they maneuver in daily life activities. It would be a nice addition to a classroom curriculum.
Amazon review ★★★★★
“So this book is meaningful to me too as an adult.”
Jo***Verified Purchase on Amazon
Such a great book! Truly helps children know it’s ok to be different. Learn to love the amazing person they are. Growing up and into adulthood I have struggled with just being hypersensitive. So this book is meaningful to me too as an adult.
Amazon review ★★★★★
“I love the plain, yet delightful storytelling that promotes inclusivity and understanding.”
Amazon CustomerVerified Purchase on Amazon
Perfect addition to reading collections. My 4-year-old grandson loves the illustration which mirrors his likeness. I love the plain, yet delightful storytelling that promotes inclusivity and understanding.
Amazon review ★★★★★
“I have two young ones and they LOVE it.”
Amazon CustomerVerified Purchase on Amazon
This book is amazing. I have two young ones and they LOVE it. Such a great message.
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The heart behind the stories
Author. Creator.
A believer in room to be yourself.
Sharon Richardson · Durham, North Carolina
Sharon Richardson is the author of the My Brain Is Just Right series. Through gentle storytelling, Sharon creates books that help children feel seen, valued, and confident in who they are. She believes every child deserves to grow up knowing that their thoughts, feelings, and differences are something to celebrate, not hide.
Her work is inspired by her personal journey of learning to embrace her neurodivergent mind and discovering the power of self-acceptance. Her stories are designed to support meaningful conversations between children and the adults who love them.
Sharon is the founder of TRU2U Creations and TRU2U Publishing, where she focuses on creating affirming content that supports healing, growth, and becoming one's truest self.
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