What do you do when your little brother turns into a merman? If you're Alex, you just love him more.

Meet Alex, the narrator of our story, and his brother, Adam, who is different in a way that makes him more vulnerable, more sensitive, and entirely his own person. Adam finds his peace in water; when he's submerged, something magical happens; where his legs once were, a giant tail fin grows. He becomes a merman. It's a story that gives shape to what it feels like to experience the world differently, and to the sibling who loves and accepts that difference without question.

Adam is a tender picture book about sibling love and acceptance, written for families raising a child who feels or experiences the world differently, and for any child learning what it means to embrace someone else's uniqueness. Perfect for young readers ages 3 to 6, it's a gentle, imaginative read for storytime, bedtime, or a first conversation about what makes us all a little different.

• Represents & Embraces Differences: Adam's transformation into a merman is a tender metaphor for children who experience the world differently, encouraging young readers to see difference as something to celebrate rather than fear.
• Powerful Sibling Story: Through Adam and Alex's bond, the story gently explores acceptance and understanding, showing how empathy and kindness can bridge any difference.
• A Beautifully Imaginative Tale: The merman transformation brings a touch of magic and wonder to the story, drawing young readers in with an unforgettable image at its heart.
• Opens the Door to Big Conversations: Offers parents and caregivers a gentle, story-driven way to talk with young children about differences, empathy, and what it means to truly accept someone.
• Perfect for Ages 3 to 6: A tender, beautifully told picture book made for read-alouds, bedtime routines, and repeat visits with the whole family.

For more than 75 years, Albatros Media has been crafting original and innovative children’s books that are both playful and educational, fostering curiosity and a love of learning in young minds. From novelty and board books to picture books and seasonal titles, Albatros Media creates high-quality books designed to delight, comfort, and inspire.