We are incredibly excited for The Sky Blues by Robbie Couch to come out next year. As he counted down to the cover reveal of his debut book, Robbie Couch dropped five hints that made us want to read it even more!
This Author Dropped Five Hints about His New Book!
1. Our main character’s name is Sky.
big news: THE SKY BLUES COVER REVEAL IS IN 5 DAYS (6/29)?
I REPEAT: 5 DAYS!! @simonteen
I may or may not have made countdown shirts that may or may not reveal a piece of Sky’s story to celebrate the occasion…..
watch this space ? pic.twitter.com/ycwpfYeMP1
— Robbie Couch (@robbie_couch) June 24, 2020
We’re just getting started, so let’s find out a bit more.
2. Sky’s best friend is named Bree Brandstone.
THE SKY BLUES COVER REVEAL IS IN 4 DAYS (6/29)?
I REPEAT: 4 DAYS!! @simonteen
I’m getting my day started with some hot cocoa in honor of one of my favorite characters & Sky’s fiercest best friend, Bree Brandstone. pic.twitter.com/Kvo4Ztrvtj
— Robbie Couch (@robbie_couch) June 25, 2020
Upon further investigation, the editor is telling us we should all stan Bree. I can’t WAIT to meet this character!
Guys, gals, and nonbinary pals, we stan Bree Brandstone, and you will, too. https://t.co/MCQi3UUKDK
— Amanda Isabel Ready 2 Fight Ramirez (@AmandaIsA_Ram) June 25, 2020
3. Sky’s BFF Marshall sounds like a DREAM!
THE SKY BLUES COVER REVEAL IS IN 3 DAYS (6/29)?
I REPEAT: 3 DAYS!! @simonteen
today’s pic is in honor of Sky’s big-hearted BFF Marshall, who’s obsessed with cinnamon gum & everything @ava-related. pic.twitter.com/SXlsUHnffe
— Robbie Couch (@robbie_couch) June 26, 2020
Ummmm I think we’re gonna need to stan Marshall as well. Someone who’s obsessed with cinnamon gum and Ava DuVernay? Yes please!
4. We need to meet Ali!
THE SKY BLUES COVER REVEAL IS IN 2 DAYS (6/29) ?
I REPEAT: 2 DAYS!! @simonteen
Saturday’s selfie is dedicated to Ali – the guy who gives great fist bumps, can melt an admirer with his laugh, and has absolutely stolen Sky’s gay little heart. pic.twitter.com/YisuIrMob3
— Robbie Couch (@robbie_couch) June 27, 2020
Is it just me or have you already fallen in love with the joyous person that is Ali?
5. Sky is a fighter
THE SKY BLUES COVER REVEAL IS IN 1 DAY (TOMORROW)?
I REPEAT: 1 DAY!! @simonteen
today’s pic is in honor of the one, the only, Sky Baker. After hitting rock bottom, Sky decides to toughen out his senior year in a very big way – and he changes the whole school doing it. pic.twitter.com/iYcu1GacXS
— Robbie Couch (@robbie_couch) June 28, 2020
We can’t wait to meet Sky Baker and read about his journey throughout the book.
And finally, THE COVER! ?
the sky blues cover!! IT’S HERE?
major thanks to Entertainment Weekly @EW for featuring the reveal along with a Q&A: https://t.co/1OOI6dZR3P
YOU CAN PRE-ORDER THE SKY BLUES NOW: https://t.co/1DbbriWSA7
Ahh!!!!
— Robbie Couch (@robbie_couch) June 29, 2020
Let’s take a closer look ?️??️
*looks up where to by unicorn hoodie online immediately*
If you want to know even more about this incredible book, check out Entertainment Weekly’s exclusive Q&A with Robbie Couch as he talk about The Sky Blues.
I don’t know about you, but I’m already counting down the days until April 6th, when I can hold this book in my hand.
did I mention the artist behind the sky blues cover IS INCREDIBLE. his name is Jeff Ostberg & here is his insta which you should immediately follow: https://t.co/GjQUh5oHt4 pic.twitter.com/igFFDvNqzT
— Robbie Couch (@robbie_couch) June 30, 2020
That’s right! The absolutely stunning cover was illustrated by Jeff Ostberg. If you love his artwork as much as we do, check him out on Instagram.